DIY face masks: Nourish your skin naturally with honey, avocado, yoghurt and more

Homemade masks are free from harsh chemicals and preservatives often found in commercial products (Image: Canva)

Pampering your skin with homemade face masks is a great way to enhance its health and radiance. By using natural ingredients found in your kitchen, you can create effective masks tailored to your specific skin needs. From hydrating honey avocado masks to brightening lemon yoghurt treatments, there's something for everyone.

These DIY masks are not only gentle on your skin but also budget-friendly. So, let's roll up our sleeves and get ready to pamper ourselves!

Benefits of homemade face masks

• Natural ingredients: Homemade masks are free from harsh chemicals and preservatives often found in commercial products.
• Tailored to your skin: You can customise the ingredients to address your skin concerns, whether it's dryness, oiliness, or acne-ridden.
• Cost-effective: Using ingredients from your kitchen is cheaper than buying expensive skincare products.
• Relaxing experience: Applying a face mask can be a soothing and self-care ritual.

Hydrating honey and avocado mask

• Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon olive oil.
• Instructions: Mash the avocado, add honey and olive oil, and mix well. Apply to your face, leave for 15-20 minutes, and rinse with warm water.

• Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons plain yogurt.
• Instructions: Add lemon juice and yogurt. Mix. Apply to your face, avoiding the eye area. Leave for 10-15 minutes, and rinse with cool water.

• Ingredients: 1 tablespoon bentonite clay (formed from volcanic ash), 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, a few drops of tea tree oil.
• Instructions: Mix the clay, apple cider vinegar, and tea tree oil to form a paste. Apply to your face, focusing on areas with acne. Leave for 10-15 minutes, and rinse with warm water.

• Ingredients: 1/2 cup oatmeal, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons honey.
• Instructions: Mix oatmeal, sugar, and honey. Gently massage into your skin in circular motions. Rinse with warm water.

• Ingredients: 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel.
• Instructions: Apply pure aloe vera gel directly to your face. Leave for 15-20 minutes, and rinse with cold water.

• Patch test: Before applying a new mask, do a patch test on a small area of skin to check for any allergic reactions.
• Frequency: Use face masks once or twice a week, depending on your skin's needs.
• Cleanliness: Ensure your hands and face are clean before applying a mask.
• Relaxation: Create a relaxing atmosphere by lighting candles or playing soothing music.