How To Use The Beauty Benefits of Banana Face Masks

Banana is not just a fruit you can add to your morning smoothie, it's also something you can add to boost your skincare routine. Bananas contain many vitamins and minerals that make perfect additions to face masks.  Potassium hydrates and moisturizes, B Vitamins protect again free radicals that cause premature aging, and Zinc helps fight acne causing germs.  These masks will help keep skin smooth and prevent unwanted discoloration, aging and acne.

Banana Face Mask for Acne

Zinc: fights acne causing germs

Lectin: destroys acne and pimple causing bacteria

1. Mash 2 tablespoons of banana into a small bowl.

2. Add 1 tablespoon of baking powder and 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice to the banana.

3. Mix all ingredients together and apply to your face using your fingers or a mini spatula.

4. Leave the mask on your face for 10 minutes then rinse with warm water.

5. Repeat up to two times per week.

Banana Face Mask for Brighter Skin

Vitamin A: heals dry skin and fades acne scars and dark spots

Potassium: hydrates and moisturizes skin

1. Mash 2 tablespoons of banana into a small bowl.

2. Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the banana.

3. Mix all ingredients together and apply to your face using your fingers or a mini spatula.

4. Leave the mask on your face for 20 minutes then rinse with warm water.

5. Repeat up to two times per week.

Banana Face Mask for Anti-Aging

B Vitamins: protects skin against free radicals that cause premature aging

Vitamin C: aids in the production of collagen

Vitamin E: protects skin from UV damage and slows down the aging process

Amino Acid: strengthens skin's connective tissues and helps maintain elasticity

1. Mash 2 tablespoons of banana into a small bowl.

2. Add 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt and 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice. 

3. Mix all ingredients together and apply to your face using your fingers or a mini spatula.

4. Leave the mask on your face for up to 30 minutes then rinse with warm water.

5. Repeat up to 3-4 times per week.

 Rich in antioxidants, phyto-chemicals and moisturization, adding banana to your skincare routine will naturally nourish and revitalize the sensitive and delicate skin on your face.  Its benefits don't stop at just face masks; add banana to your haircare routine and diet to improve overall health.

 

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DIY Beauty | How To Dupe Lush Coalface

Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics has some amazing products.  One of my favorite products has always been their Coalface Cleanser, especially during those times I am breaking out and need a face wash that really deep cleans and exfoliates.

Why not be a little thrifty, get creative, try out a really fun DIY Dupe?

This recipe has only three ingredients: coconut oil to hydrate and moisturize, charcoal capsules to exfoliate, and baking soda to cleanse.

DIY Lush Coalface: Ingredients

1/2 cup Coconut Oil

3 Charcoal Capsules

1 tbsp. Baking Soda

DIY Lush Coalface: Directions

1. Grab a small bowl and small plastic spatula.

2. Place the half cup of coconut oil in the microwave for approximately 15-20 seconds, or until it is liquefied, and pour it into the small bowl.

3. Next, add in the contents of three charcoal capsules.  You can accomplish this by either untwisting the middle of the capsule, or by cutting off one end of the capsule.

4. Finally, add 1 tablespoon of baking soda to your mixture.

5. Using the small plastic spatula, mix and crush everything until you are left with a nice thick paste.  If you find that your mixture is too liquid, add more baking soda 1/2 tablespoon at a time until you are satisfied with the consistency.

6. Storage: place a lid on the small bowl and store in the refrigerator.  When you go to use the product again be sure to re-stir as ingredients may separate.

Ready To Apply!

You can use this recipe as either a face mask or a face wash.

As a Face Wash

1. Keep the jar of product directly outside the shower.

2. When you are ready grab a good amount with two fingers and apply in slow circular motions to your face.

3. It is ok if any ends up in your mouth, but do avoid the eye area.

As a Face Mask 

1. After you have finished showering pull your hair pulled back in a bun or wrapped towel.

 2. Using two fingers pick up a little product and start dabbing it onto your face, starting at the top of the forehead and working your way down to the chin.

3. Leave mask on for 10-15 minutes and wipe off with a warm textured wash cloth.

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