You got Aloe vera? Jump onto DIY aloe vera face mask for skin glow.
If we were to choose just one natural component that has the ability to treat all types of skin problems, it would surely be aloe vera gel. Applying DIY aloe vera face mask is one of the most popular skincare remedies. They are super affordable, simple to prepare, and very good for your skin.
Aloe vera gel face mask suits every skin type, depending on what you put to it. Organic aloe vera is an excellent natural skin moisturizer that provides a calming effect on the skin. It is an effective defence against acne spots, and it also lightens scars.
Looking at all the perks, how about we make an aloe vera face mask at home and nourish our face with its wonderful benefits?
Here are some easy DIY aloe vera face masks recipes to nurture your skin with love and care. Enjoy DIY-ing.
Benefits of Aloe Vera for the Face
Aloe vera is my personal favourite remedy for treating any skin issues. Therefore, I consider Aloe vera as my best friend that I look towards in times of skin problems. However, many of us are naïve to the perks that this gel-like substance offers.
Hence, this article will highlight aloe vera skin benefits.
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- Organic Aloe vera is anti-inflammatory nature and thus can treat soreness, wounds, swelling, pain or injuries.
- It enhances the production and the release of collagen.
- It treats the face burns. If you ever get a first or second-degree burn, aloe vera is the best remedy to use. This is because it reduces the healing time of these kinds of burns.
- It also speeds up the healing time of wounds and reduces scarring and redness.
- It is phenomenal for treating bacterial and fungal infections.
- It has antioxidant properties that can aid in repairing sun damages. It also slows down the aging process of the skin. Hence, is best to use it after a long tiring day at the beach. Aloe vera for sure will treat your suntan.
- It not only cures the skin from the sun’s harmful effects but also protects the skin from the damaging effects of radiation therapy.
- It contains 98% of water which helps to hydrates, moisturize and soothe the skin.
- It further makes the skin appear more flexible and supple rather than rough and leathery.
- It generates a cooling effect on rashes and sunburns.
Steps to Use Aloe Vera
There still exist a lot of people who are not fully aware of how to use aloe vera properly. Hence, to make the process easier for them, here are basic steps that one must know for its extraction.
To extract the raw aloe gel from the plant’s leaves, follow these steps:
- Cut a leaf from the plant as close to the root as possible with a sharp knife.
- Wash it, and allow it to dry.
- Take a bowl and place the cut side in that bowl for about 15 minutes. This will drain the aloe vera latex to drain out. Then discard it.
- Drain the latex again if necessary by cutting the small pointed end off the top of the leaf.
- Press the leaf to help it moist and soften.
- Cut the spines of both sides of the plant as near the edge as possible.
- Keep the leaf in a flat position and cut it down the tip to top starting from the center or bigger leaves.
- Take a blade and gently scoop out the gel.
- Wash the gel carefully and clean it properly.
- Pour the gel into the sealable container and refrigerate it before using it.
- Store the container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze aloe vera gel in an ice cubes tray.
How to Use Aloe Vera On Skin
Aloe Vera is my go-to remedy for literally anything and everything. Having said that, aloe vera can be used for many things.
These include;
- Face wash
After cleaning your hands, apply a thin layer of the gel to your face using your fingertips. Using the aloe vera, gently cleanse the face in a circular motion, ensuring that all of the skin is covered. Rinse well with cool water and wipe dry gently. After that, use an aloe vera skin toner.
- Skin toner
Mix cups of water with 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel to make an aloe vera skin toner. Fill a clean, sealed bottle with the mixture and keep it in the refrigerator. Shake well and use a fresh cotton ball to massage the toner to the face.
- For acne spots, dark circles and rosacea
Combine 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel with 2–3 drops of fresh lemon juice to make an acne treatment. Refrigerate the mixture in a tightly sealed jar. Apply a tiny amount on acne patches and scars once or twice a day after gently cleaning your face.
- For sunburns
Apply cold aloe vera gel to the burnt region two or three times a day. Use for many days, or until the skin colour and inflammation returns to a normal state.
- Brightening Face packs
If you are suffering from skin-related issues such as wrinkles, dark spots, pimples and pigmentation, you should immediately add aloe vera face masks to your routine. Not only these masks will help you solve your facial problems but will boost up the glow of your face.
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Read on to know how you can create some really amazing and soothing aloe vera homemade masks in such a short span of time.
Homemade DIY Aloe Vera Face Masks For Glowing Skin
#1. Almond Oil and Aloe Vera Face Mask For Dry Skin
This aloe vera mask treats flaky, dry skin. It also hydrates and moisturizes the face, giving it a fresh look.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel
- 3 teaspoons of almond oil
- One slice of banana
Method
- Take a bowl and mash a banana in that bowl with a fork.
- Add aloe vera gel.
- Mix well till the ingredients combine fully.
- Add almond oil
- Mix thoroughly.
How to apply?
- Wash your face and neck with lukewarm water.
- Use an oil-free cleanser to remove the makeup and to open pores.
- Dip the fingers inside the bowl and extract a healthy dollop of the mask.
- Apply on the face and neck in a thick layer.
- Allow the face to dry for 15 minutes.
- Wash off the face with lukewarm water to remove the mask.
- When all the mask is removed, wash the face again with cold water to tighten the pores.
- Pat your face with a soft, dry and clean towel.
#2. Rosewater Aloe Vera skin mask for Glowing Skin
Uses
- Fights with the infections.
- Restores the skin’s natural colours.
- Enhances the glow of the skin.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of Aloe Vera gel
- 1 teaspoon of rose water
- Puree of 1/2 cucumber
Method
- Put 1/2 cucumber into a blender and extract a puree of it. If you don’t have a blender, peel 1/2 a cucumber and mash it with the fork.
- Transfer it into a bowl.
- Add 1 teaspoon of rose water.
- Add 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel.
- Mix them well.
How to apply?
- Begin with washing your face and neck with warm water.
- Use an oil-free cleanser to remove makeup and to open pores.
- Use fingers to apply the paste. Rub it into circular motions to the face.
- Let the aloe vera gel face mask dry.
- Rinse off with lukewarm water.
- Finally, splash out the cool water to the face and neck and then pat the skin dry with a soft towel.
#3. Tomato Juice Aloe Vera Face Mask For Dark Spots
Uses
- Reduces acne.
- Cleanses the skin.
- Fighting breakouts.
- Tones the skin.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of tomato juice
- 1 tablespoon of Aloe vera gel
Method
- Take a mixing bowl, add 2 tablespoons of tomato juice.
- Blend the tomato in a food processor to get the juice or puree.
- Add aloe vera gel to the mixing bowl.
- Mix well.
How to apply?
- As aforementioned, wash your face and neck with warm water.
- Use an oil-free cleanser to remove makeup and open pores.
- Apply the mask to the skin of your face, neck and chest.
- Leave it on the skin for 15 minutes.
- Rinse off with lukewarm water.
- Wash your face again with cold water to tighten the pores.
#4. Shea Butter Aloe Vera Face Mask
Uses
- Exfoliate the face.
- Treats breakouts.
- Rejuvenates the oily skin.
- Moisturizes the dry skin.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel
- 2 tablespoons of Shea butter
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Method
- Add aloe vera gel into a mixing bowl.
- Add olive oil to the bowl.
- Stir until the ingredients mix well.
- Add Shea butter.
- Mix everything evenly and thoroughly.
Note: If Shea butter doesn’t dissolve (perhaps because of room temperature), microwave it for 3 seconds and stir again. Repeat this step until Shea butter dissolves completely.
How to apply?
- Wash your face and neck regions with warm water.
- Use an oil-free cleanser to pull out the makeup and to open pores.
- Apply the generous amount of mask onto the face.
- Allow it to dry for 15 minutes.
- If needed, use a soft cloth and use it in circular motions to remove any remaining masks. Don’t scrub too hard otherwise it will remove all the beneficial oils.
- Wash the face yet again with cold water and tighten the skin.
#5. Egg and Aloe vera face mask
Uses
- Increases the firmness of the skin.
- Moisturizes and nourishes the skin.
- Improves the elasticity of the skin.
- Prevents wrinkles and fine lines.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel
Method
- Crack 1 large egg into a mixing bowl.
- Beat it with the fork.
- Add in aloe vera gel
- Whip the mixture until you create a fluffy mixture.
How to apply?
- Wash your face and neck regions with warm water.
- Use an oil-free cleanser to pull out the makeup and to open pores.
- Apply the egg and aloe vera to the face and neck.
- Allow it to stay for 5 minutes.
- Rinse off the face with lukewarm water and scrub the mask out with a soft cloth.
- Wash the face for the second time with lukewarm water and splash out some cold water to soothe out the irritation and tighten the pores.
- Dry the face and neck with a towel.
There, you go! 5 best homemade aloe vera face mask recipes.
Now, before you start making these recipes, go through these precautions to prevent any reaction of using aloe vera on face.
If you want to use some ready made products then have a look at;
Precautions for Using Aloe Vera on the Face
There are no severe health dangers associated with applying aloe vera gel to the face. However, after using the gel on dry or sensitive skin, some individuals may experience a blistering or burning sensation.
- Don’t leave aleovera gel on your face for a longer period. It may dry it out. To avoid this effect, rinse the gel off after a few minutes.
- Topical aloe vera may cause an adverse allergic reaction (contact dermatitis) in some people. Therefore, before applying it to the face in larger quantities, it is advisable to always conduct a patch test to determine its sensitivity.
- Avoid using yellow extract from natural aloe vera leave. It causes severe irritation to few people. Leave upside down for few minutes and you will see yellowish brown liquid. Remove that liquid and squeeze the white transparent gel from the leave.
Is Aloe Vera Good for Wrinkles?
Aloe vera gel effectively battles the indications of ageing and help to get rid of wrinkles on your face. It accomplishes this by boosting collagen formation in your skin. However, be patient because the results will not appear for several months. Continue using it until you notice some observable outcome on your face.
How long does a fresh Aloe vera last?
The earlier you utilize it, like with any freshly extracted substance, the better. On the other hand, you can definitely store a fresh aloe vera gel for 7-10 days. Make sure you keep it in an airtight container in a cold place for 10 days after the extraction. For longer shelf life, you can freeze the gel into ice cubes, however, we recommend using it up within 1-2 weeks.
Wrap Up – Homemade DIY Aloe Vera Masks
The bottom line is that Aloe vera is a fantastic substance that deals with almost all the skincare concerns. Acne scars, dermatitis, psoriasis, and sunburn are all conditions that homemade aloe vera face masks may help with. You can easily pair it with any natural ingredients.
DIY aloe vera face masks are so therapeutic to prepare that the small will make you fall in love with these masks. Create some magic with organic aloe vera and have the best time of your life.
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