The winds of winter are looming, increasing the woes of dry and flaky skin. If people with such issues don’t manage to counter the attack, they may experience patchiness, flakiness, and itchiness, which results in dull and uneven skin tone.
However, effective steps to increase the layers of moisturisation are the best solutions to protect your skin. To keep your skin hydrated, the dose of TLC (treatment, love and care) needs to be increased and the best way to do so is DIY face packs which you can prepare at home without the help of professionals.
Here are some useful DIY face packs:
How to use Coconut Oil and Honey For Face Pack?
Coconut oil and honey are the best natural gifts which are full of moisturizer, antimicrobial and restorative properties. These properties work as guards not only to protect the outer and inner layers of skin but also to nourish them with the glowing material.
The way to make a face mask of these natural ingredients is first of all mix an equal quantity of coconut oil and honey, i.e. 1tbsp of each, etc.
After that, gently apply on your face, neck and hands and leave it for half an hour.
Once you have washed your targeted area, you will observe that your dead skin has changed its shape and your skin is fully moisturized and it’s soft and glowing.
How To Make Ripe Banana and Honey Face Pack?
Bananas and honey are full of moisturiser ingredients; they make skin soften and softer. Masks prepared with bananas and honey ensure the visibility of brightening skin. Honey has antibacterial properties, so it will help you get rid of the menace of acne issues. Similarly, bananas keep your skin hydrated.
The formula for making a Face mask
While making such a face mask, you need to mash up a few amounts of banana and add at least 2 tbsp of honey. Afterwards, put the prepared material in a bowl mix it again and start pasting on your face. Now let it stay on your skin at least for 25 minutes and rinse it with cold water.
This regular activity of using ripe bananas and honey packs will enhance your skin glow and it will ensure to refine your odd lines; it perfectly works to remove anti-age factors.
Milk and Honey Face Pack
Milk has the best form of vitamin B, alpha hydroxyl acids, calcium and antioxidants, while honey is a natural humectant and ensures antibacterial properties.
Formula:
Take a few amounts of raw milk and 2 tbsp of honey. Mash up the both material and apply gently over your skin, neck, elbows and knees.
Once you have observed that the material has been dried, wash it with water.
This simple face pack will reveal some kind of unimaginable fresh and rejuvenated skin tone. It will not only help to maintain skin moisture but also clear away dirt.
Egg Yolk and Almond Oil Face Pack
Egg yolk is known as a super moisturising agent while Almond oil is rich in properties of vitamin E, monounsaturated fatty acids, proteins, potassium, zinc and a number of other minerals and vitamins, which makes it a beloved ingredient in skincare products.
Formula:
First of all, mix egg yolk and almond oil professionally and apply on dry areas of your skin. Even you can apply this formula on your knees, elbows feet, etc.
If you think about the smell of egg yolk, you can use a few drops of lemon juice, however, the best time to use this formula is before bed.
Aloe Vera and Almond Oil Face Pack
The vitamin E properties of Almond Oil perfectly help to improve dry and dull skin tone. This gentle oil magically makes space and absorbs into the skin and leaves it fully moisturized, in contrast, Aloe vera gives a boost of hydration.
Formula:
Take 2 tbsp of aloe veral gel and add a few drops of almond oil along with honey. Mix the material gently and apply on the dry skin, and after 25 minutes, you need to rinse it with normal water.
Since aloe vera gel is 99% water, it will make your skin softer. The face pack prepared with almond oil and aloe vera gel will perfectly help to light up the dark spots, circles and hyperpigmentation.
(FAQs) Frequent Asked Questions
How many times I can use a face pack?
The general recommendation to use a face pack is 1-2 times a week, however, if your skin is in bad condition, you can use it 3-4 times, it always depends on the situation and needs.
Is there any side effects of these face packs?
As all the above-mentioned ingredients are natural, therefore, there is no chance of any side effects, however, if you have an allergic issue or you use it too much, you may face some different results.
What are the best instructions to do before applying a face pack?
If you want to achieve the best results, you should clean your face gently, and apply an even layer of your pack. You must rinse these packs with lukewarm water.