DIY Face Masks: Easy Recipes to Try at Home

You’ve probably seen many photos on social media lately of people wearing face masks to protect against infection and pollution. While medical-grade masks are in short supply, you can easily make your face mask at home with simple ingredients from your kitchen. Read on to discover easy recipes for homemade face masks today.

5 DIY face mask recipes

1. Aloe vera face mask

Aloe vera is a soothing ingredient perfect for homemade face masks. Its gel is filled with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can hydrate skin and fight signs of aging. Here’s how to make a simple aloe vera face mask:

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp aloe vera gel
• 1 tbsp raw honey
• 1/2 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Scoop the gel from fresh aloe vera leaves or purchase pure aloe vera gel. Make sure it’s 100 percent aloe vera without added sugar.
2. Mix the aloe vera gel, honey, and lemon juice. Honey is a natural humectant that helps hydrate skin. Lemon juice brightens skin and reduces inflammation.
3. Apply the mask evenly to your face and neck, avoiding the eye area.
4. Leave on for 10-15 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.
5. Pat your face dry and moisturize as usual.

2. Cucumber face mask

Cucumbers contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that soothe, hydrate, and brighten skin. That being said, follow these steps on how to make one:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cucumber, unpeeled
• 1 tbsp aloe vera gel (optional)
• 1 tsp honey (optional)

Instructions:

1. Wash the cucumber and cut into chunks. 
2. Blend the cucumber in a food processor or blender until it reaches a watery paste consistency.
3. For extra hydration, mix in 1 tbsp of aloe vera gel. Or, for added benefits, stir in 1 tsp of raw honey.
4. Evenly cover your neck and face with the mask after cleaning.
5. After 10-15 minutes of relaxation, wash with warm water.
6. Use 1-2 times a week or as needed. Store any leftover mask in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

3. Matcha tea and honey face mask

Matcha powder is finely ground green tea leaves that provide antioxidants to help protect skin. In contrast, honey is a natural humectant, meaning it draws moisture into the skin. Together, these ingredients can help target redness, even skin tone, reduce excess oil, and moisturize.

To make the mask, you will need:

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp matcha green tea powder
• 1 tbsp raw honey
• 1 tbsp warm water

Instructions:

1. Mix the matcha powder and honey in a bowl until well combined.
2. Add the warm water 1 tsp at a time, stirring frequently, until the mask reaches your desired consistency. It should be thick but spreadable. Add more matcha powder to thicken or more water to thin as needed.
3. Put the mask on your clean face and neck, but do not put it near your eyes.
4. Give it 15 to 20 minutes to work on your skin so the ingredients can take care of it.
5. To remove the mask, wash your face with warm water and pat it dry with a towel.

4. Lemon and yogurt face mask

Lemon juice is a natural astringent that tightens pores and brightens skin, while yogurt moisturizes and soothes. This mask helps reduce the appearance of age spots, acne scars, and keeps breakouts at bay.

To help you create this face mask, here’s how to do it:

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/3 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt works well)
• 1 tsp honey (optional for extra hydration)

Instructions:

1. Mix the lemon juice and yogurt in a bowl until well combined.
2. While keeping your eyes out of the way, spread the mask evenly over your clean face and neck.
3. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes. The lactic acid in the yogurt will gently exfoliate your skin while the lemon juice brightens.
4. Apply lukewarm water to rinse and dry with a towel.
5. Use this mask 1-2 times a week. The yogurt will moisturize without clogging pores, while the lemon thoroughly cleanses for a clear complexion.

5. Multani Mitti and rose water face mask

Multani Mitti, or Fuller’s earth, is a natural clay mixed with rose water to create a clarifying face mask. This DIY face mask helps unclog pores and absorb excess oil when applied to the skin.

To make the mask, follow these tips below:

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Multani Mitti (Fuller’s earth) clay
• 1 tbsp rose water
• 1 tsp honey (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix the Multani Mitti and rose water into a smooth paste. Add honey for extra hydration if desired. The paste should be thick but spreadable.
2. Clean your face and neck, then spread the mask evenly on them.
3. Let the mask dry for 10-15 minutes. You may feel a slight tingling sensation, which is normal.
4. With lukewarm water, wash off the mask.
5. Use 1-2 times a week for best results. 

Note that the natural ingredients in this mask are gentle and non-irritating for most skin types. However, if you have sensitive skin, do a patch test on your skin first.

Achieve healthy skin with DIY face masks

Now that you have these simple DIY face mask recipes to try, you have no excuse not to practice a little self-care. So set aside 30 minutes this week to whip up one of these masks, dim the lights, put on some relaxing music, and give your skin some much-needed nourishment. Your face and your mood will thank you.

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