Here are 4 amazing all-natural facial mask recipes, that are sure to become a part of your skin care routine:
Brightening Mask
This facial will keep you glowing...Even when the sun goes down.
With cinnamon being the clarifying property, ginger helping to even the skin tone, and tumeric bringing out your skin's natural glow, this mask will leave you shining bright like a diamond!
Ingredients:
1 cup Organic Greek yogurt
1/8 tsp. Ground Cinnamon
1/8 tsp. Ground Tumeric
1/8 tsp. Ground Ginger
Directions:
1) Combine all ingredients.
2) Apply to face for 10 minutes.
3) Rinse well with lukewarm water.
Pore-Detoxifying Mask
This mask literally gets down and dirty!
The papaya fruit contains natural alpha hydroxy acids; which works as an exfoliant by dissolving impurities located deep down in the pores, and removing dead skin cells.
(Note: This recipe contains fresh citrus, which can be allergic. A patch test is recommended prior to applying to the entire face. If stinging, remove immediately).
Ingredients:
1 tbsp. Papaya Puree
Splash of Lemon Juice
Directions:
1) Mix together until properly combined.
2) Apply to skin; leave on 5-10 minutes (depending on tolerance).
3) Rinse well with lukewarm water.
Anti-Aging Mask
Ever wonder what it feels like to have a smoothie on your face? Well you're about to find out!
Berries are full of antioxidants, which are known for their capability to to fight free-radical damage to the skin. (Free-radical damage contributes to early signs of aging).
Ingredients:
1/8 cup Blackberries
1/8 cup Raspberries
1/8 cup Blueberries
Directions:
1) Mash berries together, until it's a thick juice consistency.
2) Apply to face; leave on 10 minutes.
3) Rinse with lukewarm water.
Lip Mask
Be sure, this mask will leave your lips feeling softer than a... you know the rest ;)
Organic Cane Sugar is used for it grainy exfoliating texture, while the filtered honey is loaded with antioxidants, which fights free-radical damage, while retaining your skin's moisture.
Ingredients:
1/2 tbsp. Organic Cane Sugar
1/2 tbsp. Filtered Honey
Directions:
1) Combine ingredients.
2) Gently rub onto lips. Do not rub too hard, as the sugar granules are rough in texture.
3) Leave on for 5 mins; rinse well with lukewarm water.
4) Apply a hydrating lip balm of your choice!
Try these facial out at home, and share your experiences in the comments below
Sources: cosmopolitan.com; harpersbazaar.com