Homemade Facial Masks
We have discussed facial scrub(facial treatment) first part of anti-aging skin care program, now we will discuss different types of face masks, “the second part”, most important part of anti-aging skincare program.
Face mask is basically a skin treatment that you leave on your face for some time then wash off to give extra cleaning to remove dirt, impurities, dead skin cells and toxins from the clogged pores of the skin. Face masks are designed as per requirement and type of skin. Some face masks are designed for hydrating of skin, some for firming of loose skin, like wise some for anti-aging, some for rejuvenating, moisturizing, soothing and healing blemishes, acne and sun damaged skin.
There are various types of face masks but homemade facial masks are easy, inexpensive, nourish the skin with natural, vitamin enriched ingredients and keep your skin looking younger. Homemade face masks are being used since ancient times to soften, nourish and rejuvenating the skin. The following facial mask recipes will replenish your skin and its deeper layers, leaving your skin feeling hydrated and looking healthy and glowing.
Skin Enriching Mask
Olive Oil Yogurt Honey
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon yogurt
Mix all the ingredients to form a smooth paste. Honey will heal, stimulate and smooth the skin, egg yolk and olive oil will penetrate in the skin to moisturize it. The yogurt will gently exfoliate and cleanse while refining and tightening pores. You may get more facial recipes at facialrecipes.com
Refreshing Tomato Mask
Ingredients
- 1/4 peeled and seedless tomato. Chop it.
- 3 teaspoons of yogurt
- 1 teaspoon peeled and then grated cucumber
- 1 teaspoon of aloe Vera gel
- 3 teaspoons of oatmeal (finely ground)
Additional ingredients crush the fresh 2 mint leaves so the essential oils run out of the leaves.
Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl. Apply on the face and leave on for about 10 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water. You may more facial recipes at facialrecipes.com
Cucumber Moisture Lock Facial Mask:
Cucumber Eggs Milk Powder
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of peeled, grated cucumber
- 1/2 cups of peeled and grated avocado
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons of milk powder
Blend all the ingredients until the mass is consistent. Apply on the face and let it rest for 30 minutes. Wash your face alternating warm and cold water.
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