Charlene Nieves
A freelance blogger & writer based in USA.
Face masks are all the rage nowadays but can be pricey. Thankfully, there’s no need to cash out on an expensive face mask at the store when you could make your own face masks with the ingredients in your kitchen for free! Check out these simple do it yourself face masks that’ll help any skin trouble you have:
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Acne
Turmeric Face Mask
What You’ll Need: Turmeric and Plain Greek Yogurt
Directions:
- Take a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt and a pinch of turmeric and mix it together
- Apply to your face and leave it on for about 15 minutes
- Wash it off with warm water
- Turmeric can stain the skin to a yellowish color so it’s best to apply at night
- If staining does occur, use an oil based cleanser to remove the stains
Extra Ingredients to Add (Optional): Cinnamon, Milk, Apple Cider Vinegar, Avocado, Honey, Strawberry, Oatmeal
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Aging
Lavender Face Mask
What You’ll Need: Lavender Oil, Honey and Plain Greek Yogurt
Directions:
- Warm up the lavender oil to help with absorption
- Once you’re done, combine a few drops of lavender oil, 1 tablespoon of honey and a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt and mix it all together
- Leave it on for 15 minutes then wash it off with warm water
Extra Ingredients to Add (Optional): Apple, Matcha, Banana, Oatmeal, Cucumber
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Dullness
Papaya Face Mask
What You’ll Need: Papaya and Plain Greek Yogurt
Directions:
- Mash up a piece of papaya fruit until it has a creamy texture
- Mix the papaya with a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt and apply to the face
- Leave on for 20 minutes and then wash it off with warm water
Extra Ingredients to Add (Optional): Turmeric, Mango, Aloe Vera, Banana, Milk, Oatmeal, Kiwi
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Dryness
Banana Face Mask
What You’ll Need: Banana, Honey and Aloe Vera
Directions:
- Cut up a few pieces of banana and mash it together until it turns into a creamy texture
- Mix the banana with ½ tablespoon of aloe vera and ½ tablespoon of honey and apply to face
- Leave on for 25 minutes and then wash it off with lukewarm water
Extra Ingredients to Add (Optional): Oatmeal, Plain Greek Yogurt, Avocado, Milk, Cucumber
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Sensitive
Cucumber Face Mask
What You’ll Need: Cucumber, Honey and Plain Greek Yogurt
Directions:
- Cut 2 slices of cucumber into tiny pieces
- Mix the cucumber, ½ tablespoon of honey and a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt and apply to the face
- Leave on for 25 minutes then wash off with cold water
Extra Ingredients to Add (Optional): Avocado, Oatmeal, Carrot, Banana, Milk, Aloe Vera, Pumpkin
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Oily
Tomato Face Mask
What You’ll Need: Tomato, Cinnamon and Honey
Directions:
- Cut up a few slices of tomato and mash it up
- Mix the tomato, a pinch of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon honey together and apply to the face
- Leave it on for 15 minutes then wash it off with warm water
Extra Ingredients to Add (Optional): Lemon, Strawberry, Apple, Apple Cider Vinegar, Orange
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Uneven Skin Tone
Lemon Face Mask
What You’ll Need: Lemon, Turmeric and Plain Greek Yogurt
Directions:
- Squeeze out a couple of drops of lemon juice from a lemon
- Mix the lemon juice with a pinch of turmeric and a spoonful of plain Greek Yogurt
- Apply to the face and leave on for 20 minutes
- Wash off with lukewarm water
Extra Ingredients to Add (Optional): Aloe Vera, Tomato, Papaya, Milk, Sugar, Oatmeal
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Damaged
Egg Face Mask
What You’ll Need: Egg, Honey and Aloe Vera
Directions:
- Separate the egg yolk from the egg white and throw away the egg yolk
- Mix the egg white, 1 tablespoon of honey and ½ tablespoon of aloe vera
- Apply to the face and leave on for 25 minutes
- Wash off with cold water
Extra Ingredients to Add (Optional): Strawberry, Cucumber, Oatmeal, Plain Greek Yogurt, Avocado
Do you have a favorite DIY face mask that wasn’t listed? Share it in the comments down below!
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