Starting from early May to the end of July, or simply during the summer season, skin problems like dryness, acne, itching, tan, and sunburns become common like anything. Starting from the kids, to adults, and aged people, these skin complications affect millions of individuals irrespective of their age and gender.
To help the general public, the experts at Dr. Sharda Ayurveda, in this blog, have listed some amazing and time-tested face masks that you can try at home. Besides making the skin healthy and glowing, these face masks are highly helpful in preventing dryness, acne, sunburn, tanning, and itching, which are otherwise common skin problems in summer.
Natural and Best Face Masks for Skin in Summer
Moisture and hygiene are the two most crucial and unforgettable aspects when it comes to keeping skin healthy, especially in the summer. Below is a brief about some of the best face masks for summer that you can make and apply at home on your own using commonly found kitchen ingredients.
Aloe vera + Vitamin E
It would not be wrong to call aloe vera a beauty herb, as it has huge potential and qualities that can highly help enhance skin health, glow, and texture. When combined with another skin benefitting agent- Vitamin E, it marvellously works to combat problems like acne, tanning, sunburn, dark spots, and skin irritation or inflammation.
How to make and apply the mask?
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To prepare this pack, first of all, you need to take an aloe vera stem and extract some gel from it.
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Now, take a Vitamin E capsule and extract the liquid from it into a container.
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Mix aloe vera gel and Vitamin E fluid, and your paste is ready.
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Apply it on your face, arms, elbows, neck, or the affected areas of the skin.
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After half an hour, it would eventually dry, and then you can rinse it using cold water.
Honey + Turmeric
If you use Madhu (honey) and Haldi (turmeric) together, it will surely help you to improve skin health and texture. Famous for its anti-inflammatory traits and antimicrobial properties, Haldi helps soothe the skin. On the other hand, honey prevents dryness, irritation, and dehydration with its calming and moisturizing nature.
How to make and apply the mask?
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Firstly, take 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1 tablespoon of honey and mix them well.
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Now, apply this magical paste to your clean face, avoiding the eye area.
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Leave it to dry for the next 15-20 minutes.
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After that, simply wash it off using lukewarm water.
Rice flour + Raw milk + Honey
These days, this mask is quite a trend, and it is also famous as “Korean face mask.” By replenishing the lost moisture due to dehydration, the usage of this viral face mask helps to nourish, moisturize, and brighten the skin in any season.
How to make and apply the mask?
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In a bowl, add a spoonful of rice flour, 1 spoonful of raw milk, and 1 teaspoon of honey.
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Stir it well until it becomes a thick paste.
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Using a flat brush, and if not available, with your hands, apply this paste evenly to your face, neck, or affected areas of the skin.
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Now, let it dry on its own. Once it is completely dry, it will start to crack automatically.
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Now rub and sweep it off using your hands, and for the leftovers, you can take a bath or wash your skin with lukewarm water.
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You will surely observe a glow on your skin.
Besan Milk
Besan, being a natural exfoliator and cleanser, helps cleanse the excessive oil and impurities from the skin, while milk is helpful for providing hydration and nourishment, thereby preventing dryness, irritation, and itching.
How to make and apply the mask?
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Combine 2 tablespoons of gram flour (besan) and 1 tablespoon of raw milk.
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You may also add a few drops of lemon juice to it, but it is optional. If you want to, you can skip this step.
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Use this pack on your face and neck, avoiding the eye area, and let it dry for the next 15 to 30 minutes.
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Once it becomes dry, simply wash it off using cold or lukewarm water.
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You can apply this pack twice a week for better results.
Tomato + Sugar
For some skin types, the mask or scrub prepared using tomatoes and sugar can also be beneficial. Tomatoes contain high water content that makes the skin hydrated and soft. Also, it has Vitamin C through which helps improve skin tone and reduce dark spots. On the other hand, sugar helps exfoliate the skin, remove dead cells and impurities from the skin.
How to make and apply the mask?
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Start by mashing or blending a ripe tomato into a thick puree.
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Now, you need to mix 1 tsp of honey and 2 spoons of sugar into this puree.
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Mix these ingredients until they become a thick paste.
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Apply the pack on your skin, avoiding the eye area. You can even do a gentle massage using it.
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Let the mask sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash it using normal water.
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Dab your skin with the help of a dry towel, and you will surely observe a glow on your skin.
Banana Peel
Stop throwing banana peels as they are one of the best summer face masks for dry skin. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, through which they deliver benefits such as moisture, reduced wrinkles, and a brighter complexion for the skin. Additionally, banana peels are also helpful to soothe irritated skin and treat acne or other similar skin conditions.
How to make and apply the mask?
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Cut fresh banana peel into tiny pieces and combine them in a bowl containing 1 tsp of honey and 1 tsp of haldi.
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If you want, you may optionally add a few drops of lemon juice or a tablespoon of raw milk.
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Stir it well to make a thick paste.
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Apply it to your face and leave it to dry.
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After 10-15 minutes, you can rinse it with normal water.
Summer Do’s for healthy skin
1/5. Prefer comfortable and loose clothing
2/5. Use sunscreens and moisturisers
3/5. Make sure to drink adequate fluids
4/5. Keep yourself clean, dry, and hydrated
5/5. Use heat-combating gloves, sleeves, and an umbrella when required
Summer Dont’s for Healthy Skin
1/5. Do not use any kind of chemical-based products
2/5. Do not wander outside unnecessarily
3/5. Avoid hot showers
4/5. Don’t suppress thirst
5/5. Limit tea, coffee, and hot beverages
Takeaway
The internet is all bombarded with ways that claim to boost skin health and glory. But as we all know, all that shines isn't gold. Sometimes, certain measures and remedies that you find may not suit your skin or may even make your skin problem worse.
So, make sure to consult a healthcare expert or dermatologist, or skin specialist before actually trying any of these packs or remedies on your skin directly. Prioritize your skin health and choose natural over chemicals.
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