Yummy Homemade Skin Recipes
We love making homemade products from soaps to shower gels to serums, (basically everything!) not only is it fun and healthy for your body it also saves a lot of money on expensive creams and lotions!
If you’ve ever wondered why you should be concerned with what products you put on your skin, this article is for you.
What you put on your skin is absorbed into your body.
What you put on your skin is just as important as what you put in your body. Many people don’t realise that whatever they apply to their skin eventually gets absorbed and enters their bloodstream, leading to potential health risks.
It’s important to be aware of the ingredients in the products you’re using and to make sure they are safe for use. With this knowledge, you can make sure that what goes on your skin is not only safe but also beneficial for your overall health and well-being.
Have you ever stopped to read the ingredients listed on the back of any industrial skin care product that you buy?
Some of these ingredients are completely unrecognisable.
Most skin care products contain synthetic, man-made chemicals like sodium laurel, mineral oils, and laureth sulphate, these products may also contain toxins that could be residues of pesticides.
According to studies, some of these products can contain mineral oils, petroleum, parabens, and other chemicals that can lead to skin irritation, hormone imbalance, and organ toxicity. It’s quite alarming, isn’t it? It’s always better to be aware and cautious of what we put on our skin.
“There are concerns with beauty products that contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). These chemicals may interfere with your hormonal system,” says Lorenzo Cohen, Ph.D. MD Anderson professor and director of the Integrative Medicine Program.
“While a direct link between EDCs and cancer is not yet definitive, certain cancers are hormonally-driven,” Cohen explains. They include breast, prostate, ovarian, and endometrial cancers.
Other beauty and personal care products contain small quantities of known cancer-causing chemicals. “Even a low dose should cause concern, especially if you use the product every day,” Cohen says.
Read the full article here: Beauty products and cancer: Are you at risk?
You can use the EWGS Database to check your product ingredients here:
EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database
This is why it’s important to choose products that are made with natural, non-toxic ingredients. Natural, plant-based ingredients are non-toxic and gentle on the skin, scalp, and body. They also give us numerous health benefits, from nourishing and calming the skin to providing essential vitamins and minerals.
What is a Natural Alternative?
A natural alternative to mainstream body care products is using natural, organic, and non-toxic ingredients such as essential oils, shea butter, coconut oil, beeswax, and other plant-based oils. These ingredients are more gentle on your skin and are free from harsh chemicals and fragrances. Additionally, using natural products can help reduce your exposure to toxins and allergens.
The best way to avoid these risks is by choosing products that are free of harmful chemicals and ingredients like parabens, phthalates, sulphates, and synthetic fragrances. These chemicals have been linked to allergies and rashes as well as hormone disruption in children and adults alike!
Yummy Scrummy Homemade Face Masks
For Dry Skin:
1. Avocado and Honey Mask: Mash one ripe avocado and mix it with one tablespoon of honey. Apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Avocado is rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, while honey is a natural humectant that can help hydrate and soothe dry skin.
2. Porridge Oats and Milk Mask: Mix 2 tablespoons of porridge oats with enough milk to create a paste. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Oatmeal is gentle and soothing for dry skin, while milk contains lactic acid that can help exfoliate and brighten the complexion.
3.Yogurt and Banana Mask: Mash one ripe banana and mix it with two tablespoons of plain yogurt. Apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Bananas are rich in vitamins and minerals that can nourish and moisturise dry skin, while yogurt contains probiotics that can help soothe and balance the complexion.
4. Aloe Vera and Coconut Oil Mask: Mix two tablespoons of aloe vera gel with one tablespoon of melted coconut oil. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Aloe vera is a natural moisturiser that can soothe and heal dry skin, while coconut oil is rich in fatty acids that can help nourish and protect the skin barrier.
5. Egg and Honey Mask: Beat one egg white until it becomes frothy, then mix in one tablespoon of honey. Apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Eggs are rich in proteins and amino acids that can help hydrate and firm the skin, while honey is a natural humectant that can help lock in moisture.
For Oily Skin:
1. Lemon and Egg White Mask: Mix one egg white with one tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Lemon juice can help control excess oil production, while egg whites can help tighten and tone the skin.
2. Clay and Apple Cider Vinegar Mask: Mix two tablespoons of bentonite clay with enough apple cider vinegar to create a paste. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Clay can help absorb excess oil and impurities, while apple cider vinegar can help balance the pH of the skin.
3. Honey and Cinnamon Mask: Mix one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Honey is a natural humectant that can help moisturise the skin, while cinnamon can help control excess oil and bacteria.
4. Aloe Vera and Tea Tree Oil Mask: Mix two tablespoons of aloe vera gel with 2-3 drops of tea tree essential oil. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Aloe vera is a natural moisturiser that can soothe and heal the skin, while tea tree oil can help control excess oil and bacteria.
5. Papaya and Lemon Juice Mask: Mash one ripe papaya and mix it with one tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Papaya contains enzymes that can help exfoliate and brighten the skin, while lemon juice can help control excess oil production.
For Normal Skin:
1. Honey and Yogurt Mask: Mix one tablespoon of honey with one tablespoon of plain yogurt. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Honey is a natural humectant that can help moisturise the skin, while yogurt contains probiotics that can help balance and soothe the complexion.
2. Green Tea and Aloe Vera Mask: Steep one green tea bag in hot water and mix the brewed tea with two tablespoons of aloe vera gel. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Green tea is rich in antioxidants that can help protect the skin from damage, while aloe vera is a natural moisturiser that can soothe and heal the skin.
3. Turmeric and Milk Mask: Mix one teaspoon of turmeric powder with enough milk to create a paste. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory and brightening properties, while milk contains lactic acid that can help exfoliate and brighten the complexion.
4. Banana and Honey Mask: Mash one ripe banana and mix it with one tablespoon of honey. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Bananas are rich in vitamins and minerals that can nourish and moisturise the skin, while honey is a natural humectant that can help lock in moisture.
5. Cucumber and Aloe Vera Mask: Blend half a cucumber and mix it with two tablespoons of aloe vera gel. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Cucumber is hydrating and soothing for the skin, while aloe vera can help calm and heal any irritation or redness.
Anti-aging:
1. Yogurt and Turmeric Mask: Mix one tablespoon of plain yogurt with one teaspoon of turmeric powder. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Yogurt contains probiotics that can help balance and soothe the complexion, while turmeric has anti-inflammatory and brightening properties.
2. Green Tea and Honey Mask: Steep one green tea bag in hot water and mix the brewed tea with one tablespoon of honey. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Green tea is rich in antioxidants that can help protect the skin from damage, while honey is a natural humectant that can help lock in moisture and promote skin healing.
3. Cucumber Mask: Blend 1/2 cucumber with 1 tbsp of yogurt and 1 tbsp of honey, apply to your face for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off. Helps soothe irritation, clear imperfections and reduce puffiness. Yogurt contains the alpha hydroxy acid lactic acid, which is an excellent exfoliator and moisturiser.
4. Chocolate Mask: Mix 2 tbsp of cocoa powder with 1 tbsp of honey and 1 tbsp of yogurt, apply to your face for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off. Cocoa is rich in antioxidants and moisturises the skin. It rejuvenates and protects the skin from free radicals that cause damage to the skin layers. Honey nourishes the skin and hydrates it. It rejuvenates the skin and repairs skin cells. It also tightens the skin and helps in reducing acne and inflammation. Yogurt hydrates, brightens, treats blemishes, reduces redness, fades scars, and tightens pores.
5. Yogurt and Lemon Mask: Mix 1 tbsp of plain yogurt with 1 tsp of lemon juice and apply to your face for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off. Reduces blemishes and your skin glows, and watch your face radiate!
So there you go guys, amazing homemade masks that you can easily prepare at home! I will be posting more homemade skin recipes very soon!
These natural masks not only work wonders on your skin but also have numerous health benefits.
Why not invite your friends over for a fun-filled night of making your own unique recipes? Or get the family involved and bond over the process of creating these masks that the kids will absolutely adore!
And the best part? If you get some on your fingers or lips, you can simply lick it off! Don’t wait any longer, head to your cupboards and let’s get started!