Hot summer rays, sweaty face, overexposure to pollution and dirt, and whatnot is making your skin dull, dark and acne-prone. When was the last time that you had actually taken care of your skin? When it comes to skincare and men, they are lightyears apart from each other. A common taboo is that skincare is for women, men have naturally healthy skin. But the actual truth is men have more rough and oily skin than women. Ever wondered even after so much nourishment and care, why your beard is looking still dull? It may be a skin-related issue. Just like a good scalp produces healthy hair, the same is the case with skin and beard. So today we bring you 5 easy homemade face masks for healthy skin.
1. Honey-Besan Face Mask
This face mask is for the majority who have a hard time dealing with their oily face. The honey will moisturize your skin, while the Besan(Gram Flour) will unclog your pores. Combined together they will keep your skin’s sebum production in check.
How to make
· Take 2-tablespoons of Besan(Gram Flour).
· Take 1-teaspoon of honey.
· Add some rosewater for fragrance if you like.
· Mix the paste well and apply it evenly on all of your skin avoiding the beard.
· Leave for 5mins, then wash away with cold water.
2. Neem-Honey Face Mask
Neem has anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties which are beneficial for reducing melanin production in the skin and makes your skin fairer as well as fights acne and pimple-causing germs. On the other hand, honey is a well-known moisturizer.
How to make
· Take a handful of neem leaves.
· Add water and make a paste of the leaves.
· Add 1-tablespoon of honey.
· Mix the paste well and apply it evenly on all of your skin avoiding the beard.
· Leave for 30 mins and rinse off with cold water.
3. Aloe Vera-Cucumber Face Mask
Aloe vera and Cucumber are great for ageing skin. Cucumber hydrates and soothes dry skin while aloe vera hydrates and heals the skin cells. This mask is a potent age reversing face mask.
How to make
· Take a ½ cucumber and make a paste in a blender.
· Take the blend in a cloth and extract the water by pressing the cloth hard.
· Add 2 spoons of aloe vera gel into the mix.
· Mix the paste well and apply it evenly on all of your skin along with the beard.
· Leave it for 15 mins and rinse it off with cool water.
4. Turmeric Milk Face Mask
Turmeric is the best for having flawless glowing skin and when mixed with milk, gives a glowing, antioxidant face mask that will rejuvenate your skin cells.
How to make
· Take ¼ tablespoon turmeric powder.
· Add 3 tablespoons of milk.
· Mix the paste well and apply it evenly on all of your skin avoiding the beard.
· Leave it for 10 mins and rinse it off with cold water.
5. Lemon-Tomato Face Mask
Tomato has the natural properties of sunscreen as well as anti-oxidant properties. On the other hand, lemon balances the excessive oil production on the skin and acts as a natural hydrating agent.
How to make:
· Take half tomato and grind to make juice.
· Add one tablespoon squeezed lemon.
· Mix the paste well and apply it evenly on all skin along with the beard.
· Leave for 15 mins and rinse off with cold water.
“Skincare is like a workout for your skin.”
Whether working from home or away from home, your skin needs a refreshing wash after a long day at work. Give these masks a try and some rest to your tortured skin. Taking good care of your skin will also boost beard growth and health by leaps and bounds. Clearing the mane and the den, both are important. If you are still not sure where and how to start, connect with our experts to get a personalized skincare routine.