7 Avocado Face Masks for Healthy and Glowing Skin
Avocado face masks are an amazing source of nutrients and one of the best masks that you can use on your skin.
The fruit avocado is packed with unsaturated fats and vitamins that work wonders for people who have sensitive or dry skin as well as acne. Avocado face masks also help to slow down the aging process which makes them even more desirable and versatile.
Here are some avocado face mask recipes that are easy to make, effective, and inexpensive. You will definitely love these masks!
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1. Avocado Honey Face Mask
This is a hydrating face mask, perfect for moisturizing and cleaning. The combination of avocado and honey in this mask will tighten the skin, refine the pores, reduce aging spots, and smooth the wrinkles.
- 1 Ripe avocado
- 1 Tablespoon of honey
Mash up a ripe avocado and mix in the honey until it turns into a paste. Apply it to your skin and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Wash it off with lukewarm water.
2. Avocado Oatmeal Face Mask
This is a super moisturizing, revitalizing and calming face mask especially for dry skin. It also helps to restore damaged skin.
- ½ Ripe avocado
- ½ Cup of oatmeal
First, cook the oatmeal as instructed on the package than mash up the avocado. Mix the two ingredients together into a paste and apply it on your skin. Leave it for 15–20 minutes and wash it off with lukewarm water.
3. Avocado Yogurt Face Mask
This avocado face mask is also great for moisturizing and is best for the cold winter months.
- ÂĽ Ripe avocado
- ½ Teaspoon of honey
- 1 Teaspoon of plain organic yogurt
Mash the avocado and mix in the honey and yogurt to make a paste. Apply it to your skin for 15-20 minutes and remove it with lukewarm water.
4. Avocado Egg and Lemon Face Mask
This mask helps in reducing oil and acne problems. Lemon has natural astringent properties, and as a rich source of vitamin C, it is perfect for oily skin. Egg white, on the other hand, helps moisturize dry skin.
- ½ Ripe avocado
- 1 Egg white
- 1 Tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
Mash up the avocado and add the egg white and lemon juice. Apply it to your face and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes. Wash it off with lukewarm water.
5. Avocado Cucumber Face Mask
This mask is great for acne treatment. When avocado and cucumber are combined, they can avoid breakouts and help clean out skin pores.
- ½ Ripe avocado
- 2 Tablespoon of cucumber juice.
Clean your face first and then apply the mask. You can also place the cucumber slices over your eyes. Lie down for 15-20 minutes.
Wash the mask off with lukewarm water.
6. Avocado Apple Face Mask
This mask is so gentle that is perfect for sensitive skin. It moisturizes the skin and gives a healthy glow.
- ½ Ripe avocado
- ½ Apple peeled and cored
- 1 Tablespoon of apple cider
- 1 Tablespoon of honey
You can use a blender to mix all the ingredients. Apply it on a clean skin and leave it for 10-15 minutes. Wash it off with lukewarm water.
7. Avocado Kefir Honey Olive Oil Facial Mask
This hydrating homemade mask helps restore a youthful glow to your skin. It also kills acne-causing bacteria.
- 1 Tablespoon honey
- 2 Teaspoons mashed avocado
- 1 Teaspoon kefir
- 1 Teaspoon olive oil
Mix all ingredients and apply on the face. Leave on for 20-30 minutes and wash off with water.
To get the best possible results you can apply any of these avocado face masks once a week.
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DISCLAIMER: This article is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
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