Monday, December 21, 2009

How to make a face mask at home?

Any and all types of face masks are welcome, for any and all kinds of skin issues. Im just bored and want to know. Also I want things that I can get at a grocery or pharmacy store. ThanksHow to make a face mask at home?
Masks (homemade or otherwise) should stay on for 10-15 minutes. Follow with a cleansing and a thin layer of moisturizer.


INGREDIENTS:


1陆 tsp green clay (French is preferred)


陆 tsp kaolin clay


1陆 tbsp aloe vera gel


1 tbsp rosewater


2 drops rose essential oil


PREPARATION:


Mix green and kaolin clays together.


Add in the aloe vera gel, rosewater and oils.


Refrigerate mixture for up to four weeks.








This simple (only two ingredients!) cooling mask is great for soothing a sunburnt face. It's great for all skin types.


INGREDIENTS:


1 tbsp natural yogurt, room temperature (not lowfat or non-fat)


1 tsp runny honey (microwave for a few minutes to soften hardened honey)


PREPARATION:


Combine mixture, then apply to face.


Let sit for 15 minutes.


Wash face with steaming washcloth.


For dry skin, use an extra tsp of honey.


Oily skin? Add a few drops of fresh lime juice.








This is a soothing face mask and great if you have bananas around the house.


INGREDIENTS:


1 banana, preferably ripe (you can keep ripe bananas in the freezer. Let it thaw before using)


1 tbsp honey


An orange or a lemon


PREPARATION:


Mix the banana and honey together.


Add a few drops of juice from an orange or a lemon.


Apply to face for 15 minutes before rinsing with a cool washcloth or a steaming warm washcloth.








Strawberry and lemon juice contain natural astringents. Note: Recipe works for two people, so invite a friend, or cut recipe in half for just you.


INGREDIENTS:


1 tsp lemon juice


2 egg whites


3 tsp honey


1 cup strawberries


Optional: 4 drops of your favorite essential oils


PREPARATION:


Mash or blend the above ingredients.


Smooth over face.


Let it stay for 10 minutes.


Rinse.











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