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Have you ever made a homemade face mask? Looking for an easy and natural one to make? Here it is. This mask will give you smoother and more radiant skin. Find out all the benefits of avocado and honey face masks, plus learn how to make them at home.
You just need a few ingredients, including avocado, honey, jojoba oil, and geranium essential oil. Avocado is the base of this all-natural face mask recipe. It contains nutrients like vitamin E, antioxidants, and healthy fats that can help smooth skin.
Honey helps soothe and brighten the skin. It is also a natural cleanser because of its antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Avocado and Honey Face Mask Benefits For Smoother Skin
There are many benefits of using avocado and honey face masks. Avocado is packed with healthy fats, minerals, and vitamins, while honey is a natural antibacterial and antioxidant. Combined, these two ingredients provide a wealth of benefits for the skin.
Avocado and honey face masks are hydrating and nourishing
They help moisturize and soften the skin while providing essential nutrients that help to promote healthy skin growth. Honey is a natural humectant that helps attract and retain moisture on the skin. This makes avocado and honey masks ideal for dry or dehydrated skin.
Avocado and honey facial masks are also anti-inflammatory
They help reduce redness and inflammation and can benefit those with acne-prone skin. The anti-inflammatory properties of honey also help to soothe and calm the skin.
Avocado and honey masks are antibacterial
Honey is a natural antibacterial agent that kills bacteria on the skin. This can be beneficial for those with acne-prone skin, as it can reduce the number of acne-causing bacteria on the skin. Additionally, the antioxidants in honey help fight against free radicals, which can damage the skin cells and lead to premature aging.
Overall, avocado and honey face masks offer a variety of skin benefits. They are hydrating, nourishing, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. They can benefit all skin types and are especially ideal for dry or acne-prone skin.
Geranium Essential Oil for Face Mask
Geranium essential oil (Pelargonium graveolens) is perfect for a natural face mask. Here are some reasons why it is a favorite:
- Its flowery, sweet, herbaceous aroma is balancing
- Promotes healthy and clear skin, making it ideal for a face mask
- Geranium can beautify the skin and balance sebum production
- Makes an excellent substitute for rose essential oil and is the most cost-effective
- Helps release tension and negative emotions
- Instills a sense of inner peace and well-being
- Read more about Geranium oil
Jojoba Oil for Face Mask
Jojoba oil is fabulous for moisturizing the skin. It softens and restores skin to a balanced state. Jojoba oil also has anti-inflammatory properties that can decrease skin irritation and dryness.
All Natural Face Mask Recipe for Skin
- 1/2 ripe Avocado
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Jojoba oil
- 2-5 drops Geranium essential oil
Directions:
- Mash up avocado in a small bowl with a fork.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and mix them together. Start with only 2 drops of geranium oil.
- Apply to your face, keeping away from your eyes.
- Let sit for 10-20 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Use the kitchen sink so the mixture will not clog your bathroom drain. You can also use a wet paper towel to remove most of the mask, then rinse with warm water.
- Apply your favorite facial moisturizer.
*This recipe is only suitable for one use. If there is any leftover, use it as a soothing hand or foot mask; it is just as lovely!
Essential Oil Substitution Ideas For DIY Face Mask
There are other essential oils you could substitute for geranium in this recipe. Experiment a little. Some of my best DIY recipes have come from experimenting and substituting. Here are some possible options:
Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca) | Blemished skin |
Lavender Oil | Calm and heal skin |
Myrrh Oil | Dry or chapped skin |
Roman Chamomile Oil | Soothe and calm skin |
Rose Oil | Skin rejuvenation |