DIY Masks for Glowing Skin and Silky Hair
Quarantine 2020 will go down as one of the toughest, strangest, most stressful times in recent history. Staying home and and staying positive during the pandemic is highly stressful and it’s easy to get overwhelmed and anxious, which is why self-care is so important.
Stress can take its toll on your immune system, so decompressing and de-stressing are important for maintaining optimal health. Pampering yourself is one way to decompress, and what better way than indulging in a homemade facial or deep conditioning hair mask to keep your skin and hair looking great. And since we’re all on lockdown, all of these masks can be made with things you already have in the fridge or cupboard. So instead of stress-eating, why not treat yo self!
Treat Yourself Right with Homemade Face & Hair Masks
Spice It Up!
Acne and pimples are a sign of inflammation, and you want to do things to help your skin calm down. You can use strong medications to reduce oil and eliminate bacteria, or you can take a gentler approach with a powerful spice, turmeric. In Ayurveda, turmeric is considered a master herb with anti-inflammatory properties. Masks made from turmeric can help reduce inflammation, and brighten the complexion.
Stir It Up!
Bitter cold winter air, radiator heat, and drying A/C in the summer can all leave your skin dry as sandpaper. To rehydrate your skin, consider the lovely avocado. They are all the rage these days, but this bumpy green fruit is a great source of Oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat. It’s the fat that makes them so delicious, and it’s same fat that acid that also makes them great as the base for a hydrating mask. Mix avocado with a little honey, and you’ve got a great mask to refresh and hydrate your skin! Note: Dry skin is also a sign that you need to drink more water!
Tighten It Up!
Yes, you could spend a lot of money on those fancy firming, toning and brightening creams from your favorite fancy department store, or you could break out some eggs, lemons, and honey to make a light and fluffy mask that will leave your skin toned, tightened and brightened. And best of all: It won’t break the bank!
Blend It Up!
Want to bring life back to your dry frizzy curls? Try this mask made from ripe bananas, olive oil, and honey, which will bring the bounce and shine back to your hair. Bananas are high in potassium and other minerals that help smooth and strengthen hair, while olive oil and honey help to hydrate and seal in moisture. This recipe is fast and easy. Just drop everything into a blender, and voilà you’re all set to get your curls back!
Mix It Up!
This clarifying mask uses just three ingredients: coconut oil, bacon soda, and apple cider vinegar. This mask is a little messy, but it’s just what your hair needs if you use a lot of products to maintain your hair style. Use this mask at least once a week, it will strip away dulling product build-up to bring back softness and shine.