How to Make a Simple Facial Mask

You can make a simple facial mask with ingredients from your kitchen.

This is a very simple facial mask that will soften and lightly hydrate your skin.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 3 Tablespoons regular oatmeal, uncooked
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Towel
• Headband or hair tie
• Washcloth
• Warm running water

1. In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons regular uncooked oatmeal and 2 tablespoons honey. Set the mixture aside.

2. Pull your hair back off of your face with a headband or hair tie. Run the washcloth under warm water. Squeeze excess water from the washcloth. Place the damp washcloth on your face for a few seconds to moisten your skin.

3. Using your fingers, gently apply the oatmeal/honey mixture to your face. Avoid the eye area. Lie back on a towel and let the mask work for 10 to 15 minutes.

4. Using the damp washcloth, gently wipe off as much of the mask as possible. Discard the dry mask into the trash or garbage disposal. Rinse your face with warm running water. Pat dry and relish in your softened skin.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not perform any facial mask more than once per week. Overuse may dry or irritate your skin.

• Discard any leftover mask mixture. This recipe is for one use only.

References

• Natural Beauty and Skin Care: Facial Masks at Home – Easy Masks to Make with Common Ingredients