Homemade Facials for All Skin Types

Clay Mask for All Skin Types

 

Masks (homemade or otherwise) should stay on for 10-15 minutes. Follow with a cleansing and a thin layer of moisturizer.

Ingredients:

• 1½ tsp green clay (French is preferred)
• ½ tsp kaolin clay
• 1½ tbsp aloe vera gel
• 1 tbsp rosewater
• 2 drops rose essential oil

Preparation:

Mix green and kaolin clays together.
Add in the aloe vera gel, rosewater and oils.
Refrigerate mixture for up to four weeks. 

 

Model Shalom Harlow calls this homemade face mask (only 2 ingredients required!) "moisturizing and soothing."

 

Egg Whites and Yogurt Mask

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Total Time: 2 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 egg whites, separated from the yolk and placed in a bowl
• 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt (I like Greek yogurt)

Preparation:

Separate the egg whites from a couple eggs and place them in a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of yogurt (do not use flavored yogurt!). Mix them up and apply to face. Leave on face for a few minutes then rinse face in warm water, followed by a warm washcloth.

 

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Source: http://beauty.about.com/od/fragrance/r/claymask.htm