
Why spend hundreds of dollars for a store bought facial mask or scrub when you can actually create your own - using basic and all-natural ingredients that are readily available in your pantry? Below I am sharing some of the best (and easy to make) diy face masks and scrubs for different skin types and concerns that you can try to pamper your skin. Enjoy!
Lemon & Honey Face Scrub (for removing dry and dead skin)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons sugar
Mix ingredients in a bowl. Apply to face, leave for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Banana Face Mask (for anti-aging and wrinkle)
- 1 small ripe banana
- 1 teaspoon greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon orange
Mix ingredients in a bowl. Apply the mixture to face, leave for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Avocado & Oatmeal Face Scrub (for oily skin)
- 1 teaspoon of avocado
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 2 teaspoon of finely ground oatmeal
Mix ingredients in a bowl forming a thick paste. Massage the mask onto damp face in a circular motion. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Strawberries, Lemon & Clay Mask (for oily skin)
- 8 strawberries
- 1 teaspoon lemon
- 1 tablespoon clay
Mix ingredients in a bowl forming a thick paste. Apply the mixture to face and neck, leave for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Oatmeal & Lavender Face Scrub (for exfoliating dry skin)
- 1 cup of ground oatmeal
- ½ cup of dry lavender flowers
- ½ cup of powdered milk
- 2 teaspoon cornmeal
Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl. Massage into damp skin. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Kiwi Face Mask (for skin brightening)
- ½ medium kiwi
- 1 teaspoon yogurt
- ½ teaspoon orange juice
- ¼ teaspoon olive oil
Mix ingredients in a bowl forming a thick paste. Apply the mixture to face and neck, leave for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Coffee Face Scrub (for moisturizing)
- 1 ½ tablespoons of ground coffee
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- ⅓ teaspoons of virgin olive oil (coconut oil will also do)
Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Apply and massage mixture to clean dry face for about 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Strawberry & Yogurt Face Mask (for clearing acne)
- ¼ cup fresh strawberries
- ¼ cup yogurt
Mash strawberries and mix with yogurt in a bowl. Apply mixture to clean dry face, leave for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Tomato & Sugar Face Scrub (for exfoliating dry / dead skin)
- 1 tomato
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Cut tomato in half and dip in sugar. Rub to your face in a circular motion for 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Mocha Face Mask (for detoxifying)
- 2 tablespoons ground coffee
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon honey
Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Apply evenly to face and allow to sit for 10 - 15 minutes. Gently massage while rinsing it off with warm water and pat dry.
Have you tried any of the mentioned DIY facial masks and scrubs recipes above? Let me know using the comment section below.
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