Honey, turmeric, aloe vera and more: Best homemade face masks for glowing skin

Best homemade face masks: Ingredients like honey and turmeric have anti-ageing properties, while Multani mitti can be used to attract and absorb excess oil, sebum, and pollutants from the skin's surface (Image: Canva)

This longish weekend, after all the excitement of Diwali subsides, pamper yourself and your skin with these homemade masks that will leave your skin glowing for the rest of the week.

With air pollution at its peak these days as well as the rush of the festival season, your skin is likely to take a beating, and what better way to rejuvenate it than keeping aside a few minutes this weekend to try these face masks that you can make with ingredients easily available at home.

Ingredients like honey and turmeric have anti-ageing properties, while Multani mitti can be used to attract and absorb excess oil, sebum, and pollutants from the skin's surface.

Honey and lemon mask for brightening

Honey is a natural humectant that keeps your skin moisturised and glowing, while lemon contains vitamin C that helps brighten and even out your skin tone. This simple combination is great for achieving glowing skin.

According to an article in MedicalNewsToday.com, honey has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce and treat acne. It can also help with improving the skin’s appearance, stopping wrinkles and keeping the skin looking young.

Ingredients:

• Honey, 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice, 1 teaspoon

• Mix the honey and lemon juice together.
• Apply the mixture evenly on your face and neck.
• Leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water.

Turmeric and yogurt mask for radiance

Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help reduce blemishes and even out skin tone. Yogurt contains lactic acid, which gently exfoliates and softens the skin.

A 2019 article quoted in MedicalNewsToday.com suggests that due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, long-term topical use of turmeric may help treat and prevent skin ageing, as well as being a natural source for acne prevention.

Ingredients:

• Turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon
• Plain yoghurt, 2 tablespoons

• Mix the turmeric and yogurt to form a smooth paste.
• Apply the mixture to your face and neck.
• Leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water Also read | Skincare home remedies: 6 DIY scrubs and face packs to pamper your skin and scalp during monsoon

Aloe vera is a powerhouse of nutrients that soothe and moisturise the skin, while cucumber refreshes and hydrates it. This mask is perfect for cooling down irritated skin and giving it a fresh, dewy look.

Aloe vera contains 98 percent water, which helps moisturise, soothe, and hydrate the skin, according to MedicalNewsToday.com. It also helps to make the skin more flexible and supple as its antioxidant properties can help slow down the ageing process of the skin as well as repair sun damage.

Ingredients:

• Aloe vera gel, 2 tablespoons
• Cucumber juice, 1 tablespoon

• Mix the aloe vera gel and cucumber juice.
• Apply the mixture evenly on your face and leave it on for 15 minutes.
• Rinse off with cold water.

Oatmeal is a gentle exfoliant that removes dead skin cells, while honey moisturizes and nourishes the skin. This combination is great for achieving a soft and glowing complexion. A study from 2018 also suggests that using a cream containing oatmeal can alleviate the conditions such as dryness, itching, and scaling of skin, according to Healthline.com.

Ingredients:

• Oatmeal, 2 tablespoons
• Honey, 1 tablespoon
• Water, 1-2 tablespoons

• Mix the oatmeal with honey and add water to create a paste.
• Apply the mixture to your face and gently massage in circular motions.
• Leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water.

Papaya contains enzymes like papain that help exfoliate and brighten the skin. Combined with honey, this mask is ideal for reducing pigmentation and giving your skin a glowing look.

Papaya is rich in antioxidants, making it idea for defence against visible signs of ageing. Papaya may also help improve the elasticity of your skin, according to 2012 research as listed on Healthline.com.

Ingredients:

• Mashed ripe papaya, ½ cup
• Honey, 1 tablespoon

• Mash the papaya and mix it with honey to form a paste.
• Apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water.

Bananas are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that nourish the skin, while olive oil provides deep hydration. This mask is ideal for dry or dull skin that needs a boost of radiance. According to Healthline.com, a banana face mask can help increase collagen production, thereby reducing the appearance of wrinkles. The presence of vitamin A in bananas may also help with reducing hyperpigmentation, and boost your skin’s natural ability to prevent sun damage.

Ingredients:

• Ripe banana, 1
• Olive oil, 1 tablespoon

• Mash the banana and mix it with olive oil to form a smooth paste.
• Apply the mixture to your face and neck.
• Leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water.

Multani mitti is a natural clay that helps cleanse the skin, absorb excess oil, and brighten the complexion. Rose water hydrates and refreshes the skin, giving it a natural glow.

According to Clinikally, Multani mitti’s benefits include its powerful ability to attract and absorb excess oil, sebum, and pollutants from the skin's surface, making it an ideal pore cleanser that also helps prevent breakouts. Additionally, Multani mitti acts as a gentle exfoliant, removing dead skin cells and pollutants. Its rich mineral content, including magnesium and calcium, offers anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe sensitive or irritated skin, promoting a smoother, clearer complexion.

Ingredients:

• Multani mitti, 2 tablespoons
• Rose water, 2-3 tablespoons

• Mix the Multani mitti with rose water to form a smooth paste.
• Apply the mixture to your face and let it dry for 15-20 minutes.
• Rinse off with cool water.

Disclaimer: This article only provides generic information. Don’t treat it as a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist for specific diagnosis.