There are several options when it comes to homemade face masks and the nice thing about using typical pantry items to create face masks? You can customize the mask to use ingredients that will help solve your particular skin issue.
Honey Mask – It couldn’t be any simpler than this! Open your pores by patting your face with a warm, wet washcloth. Apply honey in a thin layer and leave on skin for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and finish with a cool water splash to close your pores. Honey is naturally antibacterial and a wonderful exfoliant, making it the perfect mask for those with acne.
Egg Mask – You may use the whites or the yolks in a face mask. If using egg whites, beat them with a fork until frothy, and apply to your face. Just leave it on your face until it dries and rinse with warm water. For the egg yolk mask, spread the yolks on your face for 30 minutes then rinse with warm water. Egg yolk masks are great for moisturizing dry skin while egg white masks are an excellent remedy for oily skin.
Banana Oatmeal Mask – You may want to just sit down and eat this mask instead of applying it but if you resist making it your breakfast, your face will thank you! Simply mash up a whole banana, add enough dry oatmeal to make a paste, apply it to your face for 15 minutes, and rinse off with warm water. The oatmeal exfoliates while the banana softens and moisturizes your skin.
Avocado Mask – Instead of putting that avocado in your guacamole, save one half of it to use in a homemade face mask. Mix ½ of an avocado with one teaspoon of honey and one teaspoon of Greek yogurt. Mix until smooth, spread it onto your face and leave for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with warm water and moisturize. Not surprisingly, it is the healthy fats in the avocado that contribute to supple skin, making it appropriate for anyone with dry skin issues.
These are just a few of the options for a homemade facial mask. If you use simple ingredients from your kitchen, the combinations are endless and the results are astounding!