Spring-Themed DIY Face Masks

April 22, 2021 3 min read

Spring-Themed DIY Face Masks

Spring is finally in full bloom, and we’re living for the warmer weather, but as the seasons change, so does our skin. From combatting dry, sensitive skin to much-needed brightening and glow, we’ve got all your easy-to-make DIY masks to have your skin looking fresh as a daisy. 

 

 

DIY Avocado Face Mask

Combat dry skin with an avocado mask

If you’re still battling off dry skin from the winter, or just typically have skin that’s on the dry or sensitive side, this mask is for you. This quick and easy avocado mask includes 3 easy ingredients you can grab right from the kitchen or the nearest grocery store to moisturize and soothe your skin to a healthy glow.

 
What you’ll need:
  • ½ ripe avocado — moisturizing
  • 2 tbsp of honey — soothing properties
  • ½ tsp coconut oil — hydrating

  • What you’ll do:
    1. Wash your face with a warm washcloth to open up your pores
    2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the coconut oil in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or until it melts
    3. Add in the other ingredients, mixing until fully blended
    4. Let the face mask sit for about 15 minutes so the coconut oil can start to re-solidify, making it easier to spread onto your face
    5. Apply the mask all over your face
    6. Let the face mask sit for 20-30 minutes, then rinse it off with warm water

     

    Pro Tip: If you struggle with dry skin, try using cream-based products! We’ve also got a makeup tutorial just for your skin type!

     

    Brighten skin with DIY Strawberry mask

    Brighten up and bring the oil levels down a with strawberry lemon mask

    The winter months can leave your skin feeling dull, so this mask is perf for brightening up your skin while maintaining your skin’s oil-control. This simple, oh-so-springy mask includes 4 easily-accessible ingredients to give your skin a glowing review.

     
    What you’ll need:
    • ¼ cup of mashed strawberries — contains salicylic acid for acne-prone skin
    • 2 tbsp of lemon juice — helps tighten pores
    • 1 tbsp of yogurt — antibiotic properties
    • 1 tbsp of raw honey — soothing properties
    What you’ll do:
    1. Smash the strawberries in a bowl with the back of a fork until fully mashed
    2. Add the other ingredients to the bowl, and stir to combine
    3. Apply the mask to the face, and leave it on for 15 minutes
    4. Rinse with warm water


    NOTE: This mask isn't thick and it will feel wet or runny when first applied. The mask will dry on the face after a few minutes and turn a darker shade of pink (which we love).


    Pro Tip: If you struggle with oily skin, fall in love with matte concealers or foundations and shine control powder (you can thank us later). We’ve also got a makeup tutorial for your skin type, too!
     

    DIY Papaya Face Mask

    Get your detox on with a papaya antioxidant mask

    Buildup happens, and when it does, this mask is a papaYAS in our skin care routine. Papaya is great for brightening the skin, and features antioxidants to help rid yourself of dead or dry skin cells and show off that new-looking skin! This detoxifying mask only calls for 3 ingredients to get glowing skin that looks and feels effortless.

     
    What you’ll need:
    • ½ papaya — rich in antioxidants and enzymes to rid skin of old skin cells while brightening skin
    • ¼ tsp of lemon juice —  anti-inflammatory; contains AHA that helps break down dead skin cells
    • ½ tsp of honey — soothing properties
    What you’ll do:
    1. Place the payapa into a food processor or blender until fully mashed
    2. Add other ingredients, mixing until fully blended
    3. Apply to face; let sit for 10-15 minutes
    4. Rinse with warm water
     
    Pro Tip: If you struggle with acne-prone skin, try some of these makeup tips and skin products to achieve happier, healthier skin!
     
    DIY Hydrating Hair Mask for dry scalp

    Rid yourself of winter’s dry scalp with a hair scrub mask

    Winter dry scalp is real, and we don’t love her. If you struggle with a dry, flaky scalp, you’re not alone! As we approach better weather, we want to prepare for better hair, too. An exfoliating scrub is the perfect at-home spa treatment to combat flakes and itches and turn your mane into a happy and healthy one.

     
    What you’ll need:
    • 2 tbsp raw sugar — exfoliating
    • 2 tbsp honey — soothing properties
    • 3 tpsbp coconut oil — hydrating
    • 2 tbsp sweet almond oil
    What you’ll do:
    1. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until fully blended
    2. Massage along your hairline, parting your hair section by section until your scalp is fully covered and exfoliated
    3. Leave on for five minutes, then rinse thoroughly
    4. Shampoo and condition as normal

    Pro Tip: For the days when it’s just a bad hair day or the final stretch between washes, we’ve got tips for trendy hats to turn your hairstyle from hairrendous to fabulous!

     
    Love these DIY masks? We’ve got more on our  YouTube channel!


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