Honey with has many medicinal properties. It is has anti microbial properties which helps in protecting the skin from acne. It has anti inflammatory properties which help in soothing the skin in case of inflammations. It has several antioxidants which are good for the skin and it also helps in keep the skin hydrated. With so many benefits it is only right to have honey face masks for the skin. Here are some homemade honey face masks which you can try.
1. Homemade Face Mask Using Avocado And Coconut Oil:
This face mask helps in keeping the skin hydrated. It has avocado which helps in keeping the skin soft and lubricated and coconut oil which also helps in moisturizing the skin. You will need one teaspoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of pulp of ripe avocado and one teaspoon of coconut oil. In a bowl take the pulp of ripe avocado. To this add honey and coconut oil and mix well. Apply this mask to the face and after half an hour wash your face with lukewarm water. You can use this face mask twice in a week.
2. Homemade Face Mask Using Honey And Aloe Vera:
If you have skin irritation or sun burn or skin inflammation then this face mask which is a combination of honey and aloe vera is the best. Aloe vera gel has a soothing effect on the skin. All you need for this face mask is one teaspoon of honey and 2 teaspoons of aloe vera gel. Mix both these ingredients in a bowl and apply it to the skin. Wash face with water after about fifteen minutes. You can use this face mask on a daily basis.
3. Homemade Face Mask Using Honey And Lemon:
If you want to get rid of dark spots and scars on the skin then you should make use of the honey and lemon face mask. Lemon will help in lightening the scars and spots on the skin. This face mask will make your skin soft. You will need two teaspoons of honey and few drops of lemon juice. Mix both these ingredients well and then apply the mask on the face. Wash face with water after twenty minutes. Please note that lemon juice may cause irritation so make sure that you are not allergic to lemon and also restrict the use of this face mask to just once in a week.
4. Homemade Face Mask Using Honey, Oats And Orange Peel:
A face pack containing orange peel and oats along with honey is just right for pesky pimples. Oats acts as an exfoliating agent and removes the dead skin cells. It helps in keeping the skin smooth. The orange peel has vitamin C which helps to remove the acne scars. Take one teaspoon of oats , one teaspoon orange peel powder and one teaspoon of honey. Mix all the three ingredients and apply it to the skin. Leave it on the face for sometime then gently scrub the face and wash with water.
5. Homemade Face Mask Using Cinnamon And Honey:
Using cinnamon can do wonders for acne because cinnamon has antibacterial properties. But you need to first check if your skin is sensitive to cinnamon because cinnamon is a pretty strong spice. You will need two tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Mix both these ingredients and apply it on the skin. Wash face with water after about 15 minutes. You can use this face mask just once in a week.
6. Homemade Face Mask Using Honey, Sea Salt And Olive Oil:
If you want a honey based face mask which will exfoliate the skin and will help in making the skin more firm then you must use one which contains sea salt. This sea salt is not just an exfoliating agent but it also has antibacterial properties. You will need one tablespoon of honey, one teaspoon of sea salt and few drops of olive oil. Mix all the three ingredients together. Apply to the face and scrub gently. After fifteen minutes wash face with lukewarm water.
These are few honey based face masks which you can easily make in your home.
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