I tend to do facial masks at least once a week or when I feel my face is dull and needs a little bit of pick me up. Facial masks are great for the skin as they provide deep nourishment to the skin. Facial mask detoxify, moisturises, replenish & increase circulation.
When it comes to facial masks, it’s best to choose the correct mask that is suitable for your skin type and is going to fill the needs of your skin.
For this mask you will need: full fat yoghurt, honey, oatmeal, blueberries (optional)
Benefit of yogurt on skin: yoghurt contains lactic acid which helps hydrate & brightens up the skin. It works well as a scrub & has moisturising properties. Yoghurt is rich in zinc which helps in reducing & preventing pimples & acne, clear blemishes & shrink pores. It also acts as a natural astringent to your skin. Yoghurt has mild skin bleaching properties that help in reducing skin discoloration & also helps get rid of dark circles around the eyes. Yoghurt helps in preventing pre-mature ageing of skin & keeps the skin healthy & young.
Benefit of honey on skin: Honey nourishes and soothes your skin, it also has anti-bacterial and hydrating propertieswhich rejuvenates and reduces blemishes. It also has healing properties and acts as a natural moisturizer.
Benefit of oatmeal on skin: Oatmeal can absorb & remove oil & bacteria from the skin, exfoliates dead skin cells & can combat acne. Oatmeal help to calm the skin, reduces pore size, has anti-inflammatory properties, has skin lightening properties & acts a mild cleansing agent.
Benefit of blueberries on skin: Blueberries are full of antioxidant which slow down the process of aging, help to neutralise or normalise oil levels in the skin.
How to make the mask
Place 1 teaspoon of oatmeal in a bowl and add 2 tablespoon of full fat yoghurt, 1 teaspoon of honey and a few crushed blueberries. Mix the ingredients together & apply the mask to your face. Leave it for 15-20 minutes before washing off with warm water.
