Acne is a very common skin problem and it is often accompanied by acne marks and dark spots. Dark spots can be really stubborn and it can take a while for them to go away on its own. Sometimes, dark spots do not go away at all. It is really important to incorporate aunt- pigmentation ingredients in your skincare regime. If you are in a lookout for an all natural face mask that specifically targets dark spots and pigmentation, here I have a recipe for you! Below is how you can make a DIY dark spots face mask –
RECIPE FOR DARK SPOTS FACE MASK
BENEFITS OF INGREDIENTS USED IN DIY DARK SPOTS FACE MASK:
Rice Flour
Rice flour has skin brightening and exfoliating properties. It helps buff away top dead skin layer and it reveals glowing fresh new skin. Also helps improve skin texture and makes it smoother and softer. Has anti- pigmentation properties that helps lighten spots and evens out skin tone.
Wild Turmeric
Wild Turmeric has anti pigmentation, brightening, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Turmeric works for majority of skin concerns and it helps lighten dark spots to a great extent. Turmeric contains curcumin which is a potent compound in it. This compound directly targets excess melanin and helps lighten spots, pigmentation on the skin and even out skin tone. Adds a beautiful glow and keeps your skin smoother and softer.
Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is a good source of vitamin C which targets pigmentation and dark spots on skin. When used correctly, lemon juice can help even out skin tone and lighten dark spots to a great extent. Adds a beautiful glow to the skin and also helps prevent acne.
Rose Water
Rose water adds a beautiful glow to the skin and makes your skin super smooth and soft. Helps control shine, unclog your pores and prevent acne, whiteheads and blackheads. Rose water has nourishing and hydrating properties and anti- pigmentation effects as well.
METHOD:
Things you need-
- 2 tablespoons Rice Flour
- ¼ teaspoon Wild Turmeric
- 2-3 drops Lemon Juice
- Enough Rose Water
Directions-
To make this face mask, take a bowl and add in rice flour and wild turmeric. Add in lemon juice and enough rose water to make a spreadable paste. I absolutely love how beautiful this face mask smells! Apply this on your facial skin and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse it off with gentle massaging motions and pat dry your skin. Follow up with your regular skincare routine. Use this mask 2 to 3 times a week.
NOTE:
- Always patch test beforehand to make sure you aren’t allergic to any of the ingredients used in the face mask recipe.
- Use organic ingredients only.
- If you have super sensitive skin, you can skip using lemon.
- If you have orange peel powder, add that too.
