Prep For Summer Season! DIY Face Masks For Glowing Skin That You Can Make At Home

Summers are one of the most dreaded seasons in the year, especially for those who reside in tropical countries. Hot weather and sweating can dehydrate your skin as well as cause problems like painful heat rashes or boils, enlarged pores, oiliness and acne breakouts. An excellent way to beat all the heat and issues that come with the summer is to use skin-loving and natural face masks that keep your skin hydrated and glowing.

1. Almonds + Rosewater face mask

Almonds benefit your skin because of the nutrients they contain that include a range of vitamins, proteins and minerals. The rose water used in anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps keep the skin moisturised, soothe irritation and itchiness, treat acne and maintain the pH bacts as a cooling agentalance of the skin. Together, almonds and rose water make the perfect summer face mask to keep your skin healthy and fresh.

2. Papaya face mask

Papaya is a beta-carotene-rich food containing powerful enzymes and phytochemicals, good for the skin. The natural exfoliator in this fruit is effective in removing dead skin cells and slowing down ageing. Mash some papaya to form a smooth paste and apply on your face and leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse it off with lukewarm water. Practice this routine twice a week and make your skin glow.

3. Oats + Cucumber face mask

Cucumbers have long been used for their soothing properties in natural beauty, and oats are known for their ability to hydrate and heal dry skin. Mix three teaspoons of oats with one teaspoon of cucumber juice and one teaspoon of yoghurt and make a smooth paste. Apply the mixture on your face and let it dry.

4. Sandalwood + Rosewater face mask

Sandalwood reduces blemishes and a tan. Sandalwood is also effective in exfoliating the skin, preventing and curing acne, soothing sunburn and reducing signs of premature ageing. Combine two tablespoons of sandalwood powder and enough rose water to make a paste and apply to the face. Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes then wash it off with water.

5. Aloe vera + Honey face mask

Rich in nutrients and antioxidants, aloe vera helps fight signs of premature ageing, reduces dark spots and blemishes, treats acne and keeps your skin moisturised. Honey helps to remove tanned skin, acne, scars and dark spots. Mix them to make a paste, apply this evenly on to your face. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse it with lukewarm water. Keep doing it daily for a couple of weeks to get the best results.