7 DIY Home Recipes for Fall Face Masks
It’s fall. That time of the year when everything begins to slow. And you get a hundred ideas to try DIYs, mess around in the kitchen for some extra TLC for your skin… maybe try that pumpkin pulp? The fact is, that the sweater weather can leave your skin feeling dry and dull. And that’s why we are here with skincare recipes you can whip up for some super easy, super nourishing face masks right at home with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Ready to get g(l)owing? Here are 7 DIY fall face masks to pamper your skin.
- Pumpkin & Honey Mask
What’s more fall than pumpkin? It’s packed with vitamins A and C, which help brighten your skin, and honey is a natural humectant, meaning it locks in moisture.
- Ingredients: 2 tablespoons of pumpkin puree, 1 tablespoon of honey.
- Instructions: Mix it up, apply to clean skin, and leave on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Your skin will feel soft and hydrated!
- Avocado & Oatmeal Mask
Avocado isn’t just great on toast—it’s amazing for your skin too. It’s rich in healthy fats that nourish and hydrate. Paired with oatmeal, which soothes irritation, this mask is perfect for sensitive skin.
- Ingredients: 1/2 ripe avocado, 2 tablespoons of ground oats.
- Instructions: Mash the avocado and mix in the oats. Apply to your face and let it sit for 15 minutes. Rinse off and enjoy smooth, calm skin.
- Yogurt & Turmeric Brightening Mask
Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory and brightening properties, while yogurt helps gently exfoliate and hydrate.
- Ingredients: 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric.
- Instructions: Mix together and apply a thin layer. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water. Be careful, turmeric can stain, so don’t leave it on too long!
- Honey & Banana Hydrating Mask
Bananas are full of moisture and nutrients like potassium, which helps hydrate the skin. Honey adds an extra boost of moisture and has antibacterial properties too.
- Ingredients: 1/2 ripe banana, 1 tablespoon of honey.
- Instructions: Mash the banana and mix it with honey. Apply and let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Wash off to reveal soft, glowing skin.
- Brown Sugar & Olive Oil Scrub
Exfoliation is key for fall. Brown sugar acts as a gentle scrub, while olive oil deeply moisturizes.
- Ingredients: 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Instructions: Mix together and gently massage onto your face in circular motions. Rinse off with warm water. Your skin will be smooth and hydrated.
- Apple & Honey Mask
Apples are rich in antioxidants and help exfoliate the skin naturally. Paired with honey, this mask is great for giving your skin a little glow.
- Ingredients: 1/2 grated apple, 1 tablespoon of honey.
- Instructions: Mix the grated apple with honey and apply to your face. Leave it on for 15 minutes, then rinse off. Fresh and glowing!
- Cucumber & Aloe Vera Soothing Mask
For skin that needs a little extra TLC, this soothing mask is perfect. Cucumber cools and hydrates, while aloe vera helps heal and calm irritated skin.
- Ingredients: 1/2 cucumber, 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel.
- Instructions: Blend the cucumber and mix with aloe vera. Apply to your face and relax for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off and feel the cool, refreshing results.
Conclusion
There you have it—7 easy DIY face masks to keep your skin glowing and hydrated this fall. The best part? They’re all natural and made with ingredients you probably have at home. So, grab your favorite cozy blanket, put on a face mask, and let your skin soak up all the fall goodness. Enjoy your self-care moment!
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