Skin Moisturizing Homemade Facial Recipes
Frankly put, our face needs protection. Our facial skin is constantly under attack from elements that can rob it of its moisture, natural suppleness and healthy glow. When this happens, our facial skin can become excessively dry and even wrinkle. Did you know that you could mix up a homemade facial that will protect your skin with moisture and other natural emollients?When following these homemade facial recipes, remember to:
- Follow the directions for mixing, applying and rinsing off the face mask.
- Use freshly prepared face mask recipe.
- To lock in moisture, gently blot/dab skin with a few drops of olive oil.
- Always apply the face mask on cleansed and slightly damp skin, after a shower or bath.
- Best to apply and rinse off face mask before retiring to bed, so that skin can be moisturized stress-free.
Face Masks for All Skin Types
Skin Moisturizing Emollient Face Mask2 tbsp. Saba’s Face & Body Mask Skin Treatment
1 egg yolk
1/3 cup avocado, peeled and mashed
1/3 cup milk
Pour Saba’s Face & Body Mask Skin Treatment in small container. Beat the egg yolk until fluffy, then add and mix. Add milk and avocado, mixing thoroughly with the yolk-powder mixture. Apply gently to face with circular motions and leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water to remove. Re-rinse to close pores with cool water. Gently pat dry.
Avocado and Honey Mask
1 avocado1 teaspoon of honey1 tablespoon of lemon juice½ cup of cream (or curd)
Mix all ingredients together and form into a paste. Cover and store in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Apply gently to face with circular motions and leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water to remove. Re-rinse to close pores with cool water. Gently pat dry.
Face Mask Recipes for Dry Skin
Olive Oil Egg Mask2 tablespoons olive oil½ teaspoon lemon juice1 egg
Mix all ingredients together and form into a paste. Apply gently to face with circular motions and leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water to remove. Re-rinse to close pores with cool water. Gently pat dry.
Coconut Oil Face Mask
Equal parts of the following: coconut oil, dark organic honey, lemon juice
Mix all ingredients together and form into a paste. Apply gently to face with circular motions and leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water to remove. Re-rinse to close pores with cool water. Gently pat dry. Note: This face mask will keep well in the refrigerator for several days. It can be used daily, if desired.
Face Mask Recipe for Excessively Oily Skin
Milk and Honey Face Mask2 tablespoons for Saba’s Multani Mitti Clay (Fuller’s Earth)1 tablespoon milk1 tablespoon honey
Mix all ingredients together and form into a paste. Apply gently to face with circular motions and leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water to remove. Re-rinse to close pores with cool water. Gently pat dry.
Fresh Aloe Vera Face Mask
3 tablespoons Aloe Vera gel1 tablespoon grape seed oil.
Slice the leaf of an Aloe Vera plant in half and remove the fleshy part. Mix all ingredients together and apply gently to face with circular motions; leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water to remove. Re-rinse to close pores with cool water. Gently pat dry. (Any extra mask can be stored for several days in refrigerator).
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