10 Best Homemade Facial Masks For Glowing Skin

Summers often spell havoc for our skin and hair. Dull, tanned and oily skin is the most common problem for everyone during this hot weather. Often, our skin starts breaking out and getting tanned is an issue most girls constantly deal with. For combating this issue, homemade remedies are not only natural but also very effective. So here are the 10 best  natural homemade face masks for glowing skin that are tried and tested by us at HBM.

Top 10 D-I-Y Homemade Face Masks For Glowing Skin in Summers

Papaya & Honey Face Mask For Dull Skin

Mash 2-3 pieces of ripe papaya and add 2 teaspoon of honey to it. Apply on clean, dry face and leave it for half an hour. Wash off with lukewarm water to reveal clear, glowing skin. It is one of our favorite and most effective homemade mask for clear and glowing skin.
Benefits: Papaya is rich in vitamins and also contains an enzyme called papain which helps in exfoliating dead cells and lightens the skin. The antioxidants present in it helps to repair dull and damaged skin.

Almond & Milk Face Mask For Aging & Fine Lines

This is a tried and tested homemade face mask recipe for soft and glowing skin. Soak 4-5 almonds in milk overnight. In the morning, blend it into a fine paste. Add some rose water so that the consistency becomes easier to apply. Apply and leave it on for 20 minutes. Do this everyday and within 10 days, you can see visible results.
Benefits: The vitamin E and other antioxidants present in almonds help to prevent ageing and fine lines while maintaining the youthfulness of the skin. Almonds also contain Omega-3 Fatty Acids which gives a natural radiance to it.

Orange Peel & Yoghurt Face Mask For Glowing Skin

Take some orange peels and dry them under the sun. Grind them into a fine, dry, powder. This can be stored in an airtight container for a long time. To prepare the face mask, take 2 teaspoons of the orange peel powder and mix with yoghurt. Add a teaspoon of honey and mix well. Apply a thick layer on the face and let it dry. Wash off with light scrubbing motions to exfoliate. It is a great homemade facial mask for de-tanning.
Benefits: Orange Peel is rich in vitamin C which helps to brighten the face and also fades blemishes and scars thus giving a clear skin. Yoghurt contains lactic acid, an alpha-hydroxy acid which exfoliates and brightens dull skin.

Tomato & Oatmeal Facial Mask For Clear Skin

Take half a ripe tomato, 2 teaspoons of oatmeal and 2 teaspoons of yoghurt. Blend them all together into a fine paste. Apply evenly all over the face. This can also be applied on hands and legs and is one of the best homemade face packs to remove tan.
Benefits: Tomatoes contain high level of lycopene which are very beneficial to the skin. It increases the oxygen taking capacity of the skin and also acts as a natural sunscreen.This is also helpful in removing tan and shrinks open pores. Oatmeal balances the oil secretion of skin and is anti-inflammatory.

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Saffron and Milk Cream Face Mask For Dry Skin

Take 2-3 strands of saffron, mix it in milk cream and keep it overnight. In the morning, add some milk/rose water and make a face mask. Apply evenly and wash it off after 10 minutes. This pack is one of the best homemade facial mask recipes for dry and dehydrated skin.
Benefits: Saffron has skin lightening properties and makes skin radiant and fair. Milk cream hydrates and moisturizes the skin making it soft and supple.

Natural Homemade Facial Mask Recipes For Clear & Glowing Skin

Aloe Vera & Cucumber Face Pack For Oily Skin

Extract fresh aloe vera gel from the plant. Take half a cucumber and blend it into a pulp. Mix the pulp with the aloe vera gel and add two teaspoons of lemon juice. Apply on clean and dry face. Leave it on for 10-15 minutes. It is an effective natural homemade mask for oily and sensitive skin.
Benefits: Aloe vera soothes irritated skin and also hydrates it from deep within. It restores the skin’s suppleness and makes it fresh and radiant. Cucumber and lemon juice help to lighten the skin and remove tan.

Banana & Almond Oil Face Mask Recipe

Mash an over ripe banana and add a teaspoon of almond oil and lemon juice. Now apply it as a mask and leave on for 15 minutes and wash off. Its one of the most effective homemade facial masks for brighter and glowing skin.
Benefits: Banana is rich in vitamins and nourishes the skin. It improves the elasticity and integrity of skin which results in clear, bright skin.

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Gram Flour & Turmeric Face Mask For Fairness

Take 1 tablespoon of gram flour. Add 2 teaspoons of turmeric powder and one teaspoon of lemon juice to it. Use rose water to make a paste. Apply on damp face, leave it on for 10 minutes and wash off. One of the best homemade face mask recipes for fair skin.
Benefits: Gram flour helps to lighten tan and gives a natural glow to  the skin. Turmeric brightens the skin while also treating acne.

Rice Flour & Milk Face Mask For Oily Skin in Summers

Take two teaspoons of rice powder and mix with milk. Moisten your face by spraying some rose water and then apply the mask all over face. Wash off after 10 minutes.
Benefits: Rice flour is a well-known ingredient for skin brightening and improving complexion. It also absorbs excess oil and helps to mattify the skin.

Strawberry & Chocolate Face Mask

Mash a ripe strawberry and add a teaspoon of cocoa powder and honey to it. Mix it well and apply on face. While washing, use light scrubbing motions to remove dead cells.
Benefits: Strawberry is rich in antioxidants and alpha-hydroxy acids which exfoliate and repair the skin. Cocoa nourishes it, giving a smooth and even-toned skin.

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So these were easy and natural face masks to make at home to get a healthy and glowing skin this summers. Which ones have you tried?  Do share your experiences below.

Contributed by Archana

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