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Using ordinary ingredients you have at home as a DIY face mask can work wonders for your skin.
Sometimes we’re too lazy to get to the shops, or (let’s be honest) too broke to splurge on facial masks. So, when you want to give your skin some TLC, but don’t want to wander further than your kitchen, try these seven DIY face masks to solve pretty much all your skin problems.
Who needs botox when you have bananas? A banana face mask will help moisturise your skin and leave it feeling and looking softer. Honey has natural antibacterial properties, helping to soothe any imperfections.
Did you know? Cocoa is a great antioxidant that helps to refine pores! Adding avocado makes this mask recipe intensely hydrating.
Turmeric is an amazing spice that has plenty of benefits for your skin. It has been used as a natural remedy for acne, eczema, dry skin, wrinkles and dark circles under the eyes.
It also reduces skin inflammation because it’s so high in antioxidants and slows cell damage. It can also help reduce pigmentation and even out skin tone. No wonder it’s one of our favourite DIY face masks.
Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness and bumps on your nose, cheeks, chin, and forehead. Cold weather can aggravate rosacea.
An oatmeal face mask can lessen this irritation, with the help of apple cider vinegar to help stabilise the pH of your skin.
This energising mask is the perfect way to wake up the skin and makes it glow. If you can’t find chlorella (a type of algae that’s high in antioxidants, beta-carotene and zinc), stick to the matcha powder.
Think of this DIY face mask as a smoothie for your face: strawberries contain salicylic acid (which is great for acne-prone skin), while lemon juice helps to tighten pores and remove old, dead skin cells.
Yoghurt and honey have antibiotic properties, and this whole blend is as good for your outsides as it is in a drink.
Papaya is rich in antioxidants, and its enzymes help to remove dead skin cells for a glowing, healthy complexion. This DIY face mask is great for those who have hyper-pigmentation, uneven skin tone and sun spots.
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