For this homemade face mask, a dreamy mix of hydrating avocado, skin-cleansing honey and toning apple-cider vinegar delivers perfect pH balance for all types of skin. While the face mask is completely edible, we don’t recommend actually eating it.
Ingredients
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- ¼ cup ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons raw honey
- ½ teaspoon cider vinegar
Directions
- Step 1Combine avocado, honey and vinegar in a mini food processor; process until smooth. (Alternatively, place in a small bowl; mash with a fork until smooth.)
- Step 2Apply a thin layer to clean, damp skin. Let dry, then rinse off and moisturize as desired. Oily skin types may not need additional moisturizer. This makes enough for 2-3 applications and should be used immediately.
What are the benefits of Avocado and Honey Face Mask?
- Fights Acne: Avocado and honey both are well known for their anti-bacterial properties. If you want to get rid of acne you should use this face mask. Linolenic acids and fatty acids in avocado and amino acids present in honey clear redness of the skin, burning sensation, and irritation.
- Brightens Skin: Avocado honey face maskeasily clears the scars and blemishes on your skin. And the medicinal properties present in avocado and honey removes sun-burn Avocado contains glutathione which fights hyperpigmentation.
- Anti-Aging: Avocado contains all the essential nutrients to prevent loose skin, wrinkles and fine lines. Honey heals the skin faster which allows growth of new skin cells. Honey and avocado pump up collagen synthesis to strengthen the cells.
- Moisturizes Skin: In winters you can use this facial mask regularly to replenish your face. Avocado hydrates the skin and moisturizes it. Honey prevents dryness and restores the water content on the skin.
- Anti-Allergic: Both honey and avocado effectively prevent allergic symptoms. Application of avocado and honey face mask gently treats eczema, psoriasis and other allergy issues.
