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How to Make a Face Mask |
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There are so many products out there and sometimes it is so difficult to choose. This is no different when it comes to selecting a face mask.
So, here are some simple recipes of face masks that you can make yourself at home.
Dry Skin Honey Mask
- 1 tsp. honey
- 1 tsp. aloe vera gel (you can get this at any pharmacy or health food store)
- 1 vitamin E capsule
Mix together honey and aloe gel. Slit open vitamin E capsule and squeeze out contents into mixture and stir in. Spread on face making sure to avoid getting too close to your eyes. Leave on for 10-15 minutes. Gently rinse off with warm water.
Oatmeal Mask
- 1/2 cup cooked oatmeal
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup mashed banana (optional)
Mix all ingredients together to form a paste. Spread on face, making sure you avoid the eye area, and leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
One Ingredient Mask
- 1/2 avocado mashed
- May add 1 tsp. honey or jojoba oil.
Spread on face, watching out for that eye area. Leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Chamomile Gel Mask
- 1 package unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup chamomile tea
Make chamomile tea using 1/2 cup boiling water and 1 tea bag. Let tea steep for a few minutes. Add gelatin to tea and stir until completely dissolved. Chill until almost set, about 30 minutes. Spread on face, avoiding eye area, and leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
China Clay Mask
- 1 Tbs. China (Kaolin) clay
- 1/2 tsp. of any or mixture of the following:
- jojoba oil
- vegetable glycerin
- olive oil
- water
Mix ingredients together to form a paste. You may need to add extra liquid ingredients to make the mixture moist enough. Spread on face, avoiding eye area, and leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Once you’ve got your mask made, you’re good to go!!! |
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