10 Unique Homemade Face Mask Ideas

By Rishika Narayanan

Updated on May 18, 2020

IN THIS ARTICLE

+ Papaya

+ Yogurt

+ Oatmeal

+ Avocado and Cucumber

+ Butternut Squash

+ Cucumber and Milk

+ Strawberries and Almonds

+ Apple cider vinegar

+ Gram flour and Milk

+ Banana and Yogurt

Heat, cold, rain, dust, sweat, and I could go on and on; multiple factors affect and destroy our skin. Our face is made up of super sensitive skin that reacts differently to different facial products and weathers. At this point in time, with the development of multiple brands from all over the world, it has become challenging to judge the legitimacy of the brands and the ingredients they use in their products. This has become one of our main concerns, especially when it comes to maintaining the sensitive skin on our face. There are a lot of harmful ingredients used in skincare products such as formaldehyde, artificial fragrance, parabens, oxybenzone, and a lot of others that we might not even know of. So our best bet to get through bad skin is the old school way; using natural products!

Frankly speaking, Natural Face Masks are incredibly underrated. They are super easy to make and deliver nutrients deep into your skin, therefore, working more quickly compared to other skincare products. They are known to help with a large number of skin issues such as acne, dry skin, clogged pores, wrinkles, and a lot more.

Now let’s take a quick look at ten unique natural face masks that you can make at your home!

1. Papaya

Ingredients

Mashed Papaya - 1/2 cup

Honey - 1 tsp

Whipped egg white - 1

Papaya is known for enzymes that are capable of naturally exfoliating skin by shedding of dead skin cells. This will enhance the glow and result in brighter looking skin.

Papaya in Face Mask

Honey acts as a natural antibacterial; it not only helps with reducing acne scars but preventing them too.

Eggs are versatile and can play a super neutral role on your skin; they help with dry skin as well as oily skin. Egg whites contain a form of protein that removes excess oil from the skin by tightening the pores.

Recommended for: Dull skin and regular use

2. Yogurt

Ingredients

Plain yogurt - 1 tbsp

Honey - 1 tsp

Turmeric powder - 1 tbsp

An age-old secret for great skin is yogurt! I am pretty sure you’ve heard of this one from your mothers and grandmothers. Yogurt has a bunch of great benefits; it can keep your skin moisturized, soothe sunburns, reduce acne, help with dark circles and under-eye bags, reduces wrinkles, and much much more.

Turmeric is an excellent Indian secret to a lot of health issues, specifically for skins. Its properties are known to reduce acne, scars, and brighten the skin.

Recommended for: Sensitive skin, dull skin, dry skin

3. Oatmeal

Ingredients

Cooked oatmeal - 1/2 cup (preferably cooled in the refrigerator)

Egg - 1

Lemon juice - 1 tbsp

Oatmeal is not only healthy for the insides of your body but also for the outside. It’s a common household item that can come in handy for several of your health needs. It can treat acne by soaking up extra oil from the skin. It’s also an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. We have already looked at the super versatile structure of the egg. Egg yolks are rich in fatty acids and hence help with retaining moisture on the skin.

Lemons are a popular skincare ingredient and have a wide range of benefits. They keep our skin refreshed and clean with their antibacterial and antiseptic properties.

Recommended for: Super oily skin

4. Avocado and Cucumber

Ingredients

1/2 an Avocado

Blended Cucumber - 1/4 cup (Cooled DUH!)

Avocado on the skin? Something not so familiar yet a miracle ingredient for face masks. Avocado is filled with antioxidants, vital vitamins, fatty acids, anti-inflammatory properties. They nourish your skin from within, resulting in a moisturized glowing skin. The fatty acids help keep the skin smooth. Anti-inflammatory properties is super useful for managing acne and pimples.

Cucumber is another common one, they’re delicious, and your skin will appreciate them too. They’re filled with antioxidants, hydrant properties, and nutrients such as vitamin C. It soothes acne-prone skin, helps with dark circle and puffy eyes, keeps your skin hydrated, and soothes any kind of skin irritation.

Recommended for: Regular use, acne-prone skin

5. Butternut Squash

Ingredients

1 pureed squash

Honey - 1 tbsp

Tea-tree oil - 2 drops

Squash is a great source of vitamins and minerals. Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant that keeps your skin healthy and prevents aging. Vitamin C helps with wrinkles and pigmentation.

Tea-tree oil has amazing inflammatory properties and is recommended for acne. It soothes the skin, calms the swelling, and reduces inflammation.

Recommended for: Acne-prone skin, blemished skin

6. Cucumber and Milk

Ingredients

Blended Cucumber - 1/2 cup (Cooled DUH!)

Honey - 1 tbsp

Milk - 1/4 cup

Cucumber in Face Mask

A great relaxing mask that cools the skin and reduces any itching and redness. Milk is another one of the old remedies for clear skin. It’s rich in vitamin B, calcium, and other antioxidants. It nourishes the skin and keeps it moisturized. It’s great for oily skin as it tightens large pores and removes excess oil from the skin.

Recommended for: Oily skin

7. Strawberries and Almonds

Ingredients

Mashed ripe strawberries

Ground almonds - 3 tbsp

Yogurt - 2 tbsp

This will definitely leave your skin smoother and softer than before. Strawberries are rich in vitamin C and are acidic in nature. Therefore it helps remove excess oil from the skin and lightens the skin and treats blemishes and acne scars.

Almonds are unique when it comes to their benefit for the skin. They are rich in vitamin E; it nourishes as well as helps in treating sunburnt skin.

Recommended for: Recommended for: Dry skin, daily use

8. Apple cider vinegar

Ingredients

Vinegar - 1/4 cup

Cool water - 1/4 cup

This mask is a super quick one to make. Apple cider vinegar has a lot of health benefits and is super effective on the skin as well. Pat the mixture on to your face and let it dry. Wash it off in about 15 minutes. The result will be a toned skin. It’s a great remedy to soothe acne and pimples.

Recommended for: Acne-prone skin, sunburnt skin

9. Gram flour and Milk

Ingredients

Ground flour (Besan) - 2 tbsp

Milk - 1 tsp

Honey - 1 tsp

Turmeric - 1/2 tsp

Mix all the above ingredients to obtain a smooth paste. Apply it on to your skin and wash it off once dry. Gram flour is another one of the great Indian secrets when it comes to having flawless skin. It’s unique and filled with nutrients. It contains zinc, which can address acne by fighting the underlying infection. It’s capable of removing tan and exfoliating dead skin.

This, combined with Milk, Honey, and turmeric, will result in moisturized and glowing skin.

Recommended for: Dry, flaky skin

10. Banana and Yogurt

Ingredients

Plain yogurt - 1 cup

One medium banana mashed

Honey - 2 tsp

Mix all the above ingredients to obtain a smooth paste. Apply it on to your skin and let it sit for about 15-20 minutes before washing it out. Bananas are filled with phytochemicals and is an excellent skin moisturizer. It can be used to smoothen rough, aging skin and also remove excess oil.

Recommended for: Dry and dull skin

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