Achieving a healthy, radiant complexion doesn't require breaking the bank on expensive products. The world of DIY face masks for every skin type offers a natural and customizable approach to skin care. With ingredients readily available in your kitchen, you can whip up targeted treatments to address dryness, oiliness, acne, or signs of aging. From nourishing avocado for dry skin to invigorating oatmeal for oily complexions, the possibilities are endless!
This article will be your guide to creating effective DIY face masks at home. We'll explore a variety of recipes tailored to specific skin concerns, along with the benefits of each ingredient. Get ready to pamper your skin and unlock your natural glow!
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| Top 10+ DIY Face Masks for Every Skin Type |
1. DIY Rice Face Mask for Youthful Skin
Foods that are good for your skin? RICE! Whip up a small bowl of this DIY rice face mask for radiant, youthful skin.
Rice is a popular beauty ingredient in ancient Asian cultures. Now is the time to tell you the secret of wrinkle-free skin!
It brightens and clarifies skin so your face stays soft and smooth!
You can mix cooked rice with a mushy paste instead of rice flour. But I find rice flour an excellent face mask ingredient because it doesn't need cooking and has an exfoliating action!
What do you need
- 2 tbsp rice flour
- 1 tsp raw honey
- 2 tbsp milk
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- In a bowl, add rice flour, and raw honey, then add milk while stirring until it forms a spreadable paste. Add more or less milk as needed to make the consistency of the face mask.
- Apply using the applicator brush. Avoid the eye and mouth area.
- Continue for 7-10 minutes.
- Rinse using warm water first, then cold water.
- Pat dry and follow the rest of your skincare routine (toner, serum, moisturizer, sunscreen, etc.) as usual.
- Use once a week.
2. DIY Yogurt Face Mask for Sensitive Skin
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| Yogurt Face Mask for Sensitive Skin |
Soothe sensitive skin with a DIY yogurt face mask!
When applied to the skin, yogurt soothes red irritated skin, moisturizes dry skin, fights acne, relieves sunburn, and reduces discoloration.
Yogurt contains lactic acid, which is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that dissolves dead cells, leaving you with new, soft skin underneath.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Mix a few tablespoons of yogurt and honey.
- Apply it to your face, avoiding the area around your eyes and mouth.
- Leave it for 10 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water, pat dry and use your regular skin care products.
- Safe to use every day.
3. DIY Honey Face Mask for Combination Skin
Honey is very healing when you apply it on your face. It has natural antibacterial and antifungal properties, two properties that have actually been shown to double when diluted in water!
Your skin's healing process can begin once you consistently try DIY honey face masks.
Honey helps with acne, sunburn, blisters, wrinkles, and sensitive skin. It is also perfect for those with combination skin as it draws moisture into it while removing excess and stale sebum.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp water
- 1 drop of lavender essential oil
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Mix the ingredients in a small bowl.
- Gently apply the honey face mask on your skin.
- Wait for 10 minutes then rinse with warm water.
- Splash your face with cold water and pat dry.
- Enjoy the light!
- It can be used every day.
4. DIY Turmeric Face Mask for Hyperpigmentation
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| Turmeric Face Mask for Hyperpigmentation |
DIY turmeric face masks are one of those beauty trends that everyone loves. Now is the time for you to try it, if you haven't already!
Turmeric reduces acne and scars. Its anti-inflammatory properties target pores and soothe red skin.
It is excellent for reducing hyperpigmentation and any discoloration.
Ingredients
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp argan oil
- 1 tbsp yogurt
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Mix all the ingredients together until you get a smooth paste.
- Apply using a soft brush.
- Please wait until it is scorched before rinsing it.
- Dry your face and continue with normal skincare steps.
- This face mask can be repeated every day / every night.
5. DIY Aloe Vera Face Mask for Anti-Aging
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| Aloe Vera Face Mask for Anti-Aging |
Aloe vera is a go-to ingredient your skin just can't get enough of!
It has a gel texture and cooling effect, making your skin feel like heaven.
Aloe vera also has a skin & pore tightening effect, making your skin look youthful and radiant.
This DIY aloe face mask is great for those looking to minimize premature wrinkles while doing other great things like keeping acne away, reducing scars, and making your skin look bright.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp aloe vera gel
- 1 tbsp jojoba oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp Vitamin E oil
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Mix the ingredients above together until smooth.
- Apply to your skin.
- Leave it until it dries.
- Rinse thoroughly and apply pure aloe vera gel to heal your skin further.
6. DIY Activated Charcoal Face Mask for Congested Skin
Activated charcoal is a great detoxifying agent.
DIY-activated charcoal face mask helps draw out impurities from skin pores, leaving your face looking and feeling pure.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp bentonite clay
- 1 tsp activated charcoal
- Enough water to make a paste
- 2 drops of tea tree essential oil
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Mix everything until well blended.
- Apply it to your face and neck.
- Take a shower and wash off the face mask.
- Enjoy new skins.
7. DIY Oatmeal Face Mask to Soothe Your Skin
DIY oatmeal face masks can help soothe your skin by reducing redness, itching, and irritation. It is great for curing acne, eczema and psoriasis on your face.
This mask also contains turmeric & honey, which are antibacterial properties and help reduce inflammation.
Oatmeal also absorbs excess oil on your skin, leaving it feeling healthy and fresh while keeping it moisturized.
This is because oatmeal has natural saponins, which are known to cleanse the skin from deep within the pores, sucking out dirt and grime.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp colloidal oatmeal
- 1 tbsp plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Mix all ingredients until well blended.
- Leave it on your face for 10 minutes or until dry and then gently remove it using a damp finger pad.
- Rinse with warm water then cold water.
- Dry with a soft towel and enjoy your fresh skin!
8. DIY Bentonite Clay Face Mask for Wavy Skin
Bentonite clay comes from volcanic ash. It has a great absorption ability, making it a great way to detoxify bumpy skin and clogged pores.
When applied to your skin, you will feel a strong pulsing sensation as if the clay were pulling something from your skin. And yes, it does pull things out of your pores – dirt, stale oil, dirt and grime!
Bentonite clay is also very absorbent of oil and moisture, perfect for oily skin types. It has a smooth and creamy texture which feels really good to apply to your skin.
Try the DIY bentonite clay face mask recipe below!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp bentonite clay
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 drops of tea tree essential oil
- 3 tbsp filtered water
- Non-metallic bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Add the bentonite clay to the bowl, followed by the apple cider vinegar, filtered water and tea tree essential oil.
- Now mix. You may need to add water for smooth mixing.
- Once mixed, apply the bentonite clay facial mask to a clean face using the applicator brush.
- Leave it for about 10 minutes and then rinse with warm water.
- Splash your face with cold water then, dry it and then use a toner and moisturizer.
- Repeat weekly.
9. DIY Avocado Face Mask for Dry Skin
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| Avocado Face Mask for Dry Skin |
Mashed avocado has never tasted so good, especially when applied to dry, flaky skin.
Packed with healthy fats, this DIY avocado face mask is made up of natural oils that nourish and lubricate dry skin.
Blending avocado creates a smooth face mask that is very easy to apply. You can mash it with a fork, if you don't have a blender.
Ingredients
- ½ avocado
- 1 tbsp yogurt
- 1 tsp honey
- Small blender or mortar and Pestle
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Add the flesh of one avocado, some yogurt and some honey into a small blender. Alternatively, simply mash the avocado and other ingredients using a mortar and Pestle.
- Puree/mash until completely smooth.
- Apply to your face.
- Wait for 10 minutes.
- Rinse thoroughly and dry.
- Moisturizing.
- Feel how supple your skin feels!
- Repeat whenever needed.
10. DIY Egg White Face Mask for Mature Skin
Once you actually try DIY egg-white face masks, you'll know what they're all about.
Egg white has an excellent skin-tightening effect, giving the skin a tight appearance. It's perfect for mature skin that needs natural toning!
Lemon juice is optional as some people may find it harsh for skin care. However, it does help reduce oiliness and acts as a natural astringent that tightens the skin. Feel free to ignore it if you don't like the idea of using lemon for your face.
Ingredients
- 1 egg white
- ½ tsp lemon juice (optional)
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
Instruction
- Whisk the ingredients into a frothy mixture.
- Your face mask is ready!
- Apply using a brush and leave it to dry.
- Try not to smile or talk with this egg-white face mask.
- When the time is up, rinse thoroughly and dry.
- Follow your usual anti-aging regimen.
- Repeat a week thrice.
11. DIY Anti-Acne Face Mask
A DIY anti-acne face mask is something you need to try if you want to soothe acne inflammation, detoxify clogged pores, reduce oiliness, and prevent future breakouts.
This face mask contains fresh aloe vera gel, bentonite clay, honey and tea tree essential oil.
You may opt to use store-bought aloe vera gel if you need fresh plants or leaves on hand.
Ingredients
- 1 fresh aloe vera leaf or 2 tsp aloe vera gel
- 1 tsp bentonite clay
- 1 tsp raw honey
- 2-3 drops of tea tree essential oil
- Mortar and Pestle
- Mixing bowl, spoon and applicator brush set
- Knife
Instruction
- Cut and wash a fresh aloe vera leaf thoroughly, then peel off one side of the skin to release the gel.
- Scrape off the gel using a spoon.
- Place the scraped gel in a mortar and Pestle and mash until you break it down into the goopy liquid that is your fresh aloe vera gel.
- Pour fresh aloe vera gel into a bowl, then add the rest of the ingredients and stir until well blended.
- Apply on a clean, dry face (and neck).
- Rinse well after 10-15 minutes.
- This DIY anti-acne face mask can be used once a week for detoxification.
Take Care
Whatever the components of your DIY face mask, you should always do a patch test because we all have unique skin that reacts differently to different ingredients.
To do a patch test, apply a small amount of your chosen DIY face mask behind your ear.
Rinse after 15 minutes and wait for about ½ to 1 hour to see if there is a reaction. I mean maybe a redness, itching or any irritation.
Some people even wait up to 24 hours to see if their skin can handle various products.