It’s no wonder that both the sun and stress love to play havoc with our skin! The problem of acne increases due to heat and pollution, especially in summer. If summer acne is bothering you, here are some homemade face mask solutions to prevent acne.
DIY face mask to prevent acne
Most of the people want glowing and clear skin. In that search using chemical-based products can have its side effects in the long run. In this case, relying on natural remedies can be the best solution. To reduce bacterial growth, try some DIY face masks at home for prevention and control acne problem,
Health Shots spoke to a skincare expert and green beauty enthusiast Ruchita Acharyawho listed some of the best face masks that you can use to prevent acne breakouts.
Acharya says, “There are many natural ingredients that show promise in controlling the problem of acne. So, choosing the right one for your specific skin problems can be overwhelming. But when it comes to acne, you need certain ingredients that can balance oil and hydration so that you can prevent acne from occurring.”
Here are 5 DIY face masks to prevent acne breakouts!
1. Multani Mitti and Sandalwood Face Mask
Ingredients you will need:
2 tbsp Multani Mitti
1 tablespoon of aloe vera
2 teaspoons sandalwood powder (a wonderful ingredient to control breakouts)
Water
Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:
- Mix Multani Mitti and Aloe Vera in a small bowl.
- Now add a few drops of water and sandalwood powder to it. Mix all these ingredients well to make a smooth paste.
- Apply it on your face and leave it for 10 minutes.
- Now wash your face with lukewarm water and pat it dry.
Multani mitti will remove excess oil, dirt and sweat from your skin and aloe vera will control and reduce acne-causing bacteria. If you have oily skin, apply this mask two to three times a week.
2. Turmeric and Honey Face Mask
Ingredients you will need:
1 tsp lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 tsp curd
1 tsp turmeric powder
Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:
- Take a bowl and put all the ingredients in it.
- Mix all these until it becomes a thick paste.
- Apply a layer of the paste all over your face including your neck.
- Leave it for 15 minutes and then wash it with lukewarm water.
Turmeric will be control bacterial growth that is causing acne, and other ingredients will help reduce acne scars. Use it twice a week.
3. Green French Clay Face Mask
Ingredients you will need:
2 tbsp green French clay powder
1 tbsp glycerin
2 tsp green tea powder
Cucumber juice as required
Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:
- Add green French clay and green tea powder to the bowl. Mix them well.
- Now make a smooth mixture by mixing glycerin and cucumber juice. Leave it for a few minutes and your face mask is ready.
- Massage your face with this paste with light hands and apply it on your neck as well. Leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
- Wash your face and neck with lukewarm water.
French green clay is A natural exfoliant And helps to remove dead skin cells and bacteria. Owing to its detoxifying properties, it is one of the best options for treating the problem of acne. Apply this mask once a week.
4. Rice Flour and Tomato Face Mask
Ingredients you will need:
2 tbsp rice flour
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp tomato pulp
Water
Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:
- Put all these ingredients in a small plate and mix well to make a paste.
- Apply it on your skin and leave it for 15 minutes.
- Wash your face with lukewarm water.
Tomatoes are rich in vitamins C, A and K. Also it is acidic in nature. these properties help Maintain pH balance of the skin And reduces the risk of acne breakouts.
5. Aloe Vera and Papaya Face Mask
Ingredients you will need:
2 tbsp gram flour
1 tablespoon of aloe vera
2 tbsp papaya pulp
Water
Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:
- To make this face mask, mix gram flour, aloe vera, papaya pulp and water.
- Now apply this mixture on your face and leave it for 10-15 minutes before washing it off with lukewarm water.
This is an ideal face mask if you want to exfoliate your skin as well. Papaya contains enzymes that exfoliate while balancing oil production that can manage acne problems. In addition, aloe vera gel has antibacterial properties that are also beneficial in controlling acne.
So ladies this summer try this face mask and say bye bye to pimples!
