It's a perfect mask during the winter, when your skin starts to become dry and stained with the same dry climate. Try to use it for three times a week for two weeks, to obtain a complexion softer, smoother, firmer and more uniform.
The main ingredient of this acne mask is oats, make it into a fine powder which can be produced in a coffee grinder or blender. If you plan to use this mask more than once, you will need a cup of powdered oatmeal so you have a lot of them ready for subsequent applications . Why oats are so miraculous to the skin? Because it contains emollient, protects and strengthens the skin tissue. Oats are also rich in nutrients that can benefit the skin, including vitamins of group B.
If desired , you can add milk ( or cream ) to get even more nutrients to soften the skin and to illuminate it. Milk provides lactic acid, which is an alpha hydroxy acid and helps promote cell renewal.
DIY Acne Mask with Camomile, Honey and Oatmeal |
Raw honey is a moisturizing anti -bacterial ingredient and plays an important role in this homemade mask: promotes moisture, which is essential to tackle the dry season. It would be good to always use this or other face masks with honey, if you suffer from dry skin.
The essential oil of chamomile is what makes this homemade acne mask even more gentle and sweet as chamomile calms and soothes with excellent anti-inflammatory properties. It is also useful against bacteria.
How to prepare DIY acne mask with camomile, honey and oatmeal
Ingredients you will need:
• 2 tablespoons of powdered oats
• 2 tablespoons milk or cream
• 1 tbsp of raw honey
• 4 drops of chamomile essential oil
Mix all ingredients in a bowl , add the milk (more or less until you get a smooth paste ) and apply on the face after opening the pores with a bit of warm water. You need to stretch well the mask on the skin and leave on for fifteen minutes. Rinse and do not forget to moisturize afterwards. For a more intense effect softness, replace ( for this time ) the day with a moisturizing night cream to replenish even more moisture. Enjoy!