Keep summer acne breakouts at bay with these 5 DIY face masks

It is no surprise that the sun and stress both love to mess with our skin! Acne problems tend to flare up due to heat and pollution, especially in summer. If summer acne breakouts are troubling you, here are some ideas for homemade face masks to prevent acne.

DIY face masks to prevent acne

A majority of people desire radiant and clear skin. Using chemical-based products in that pursuit can have its set of side effects in the long run. In such a scenario, relying on natural cures can be the best solution. To reduce bacterial growth, try some DIY face masks at home to prevent and control acne problems.

Health Shots spoke to skincare expert and green beauty enthusiast Ruchita Acharya, who listed some best face masks that you can use to prevent acne breakouts.

Acharya says, “There are many natural ingredients that promise to control acne issues. So, picking the right one for your specific skin problems can be overwhelming. But when it comes to acne, you need some ingredients that can balance oil and hydration so that you can prevent breakouts.”

Here are 5 DIY face masks to prevent acne breakouts!

1. Multani Mitti and sandalwood face mask

Ingredients you will need:

2 tablespoons of Multani Mitti
1 tablespoon of aloe vera
2 teaspoons of sandalwood powder (an amazing ingredient to control breakouts)
Water

Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:

• Mix Multani Mitti and aloe vera in a small bowl.
• Now add a few drops of water and sandalwood powder. Mix all these ingredients well to make a smooth paste.
• Apply this to your face and let it sit for 10 minutes.
• Now wash your face with lukewarm water and pat it dry.

Multani Mitti will remove the excess oil, dirt, and sweat from your skin, and aloe vera will control and reduce acne-causing bacteria. Apply this mask two to three times a week if you have oily skin.

2. Turmeric and honey face mask

Ingredients you’ll need:

1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon yogurt
1 teaspoon turmeric powder

Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:

• Take a bowl and add all the ingredients to it.
• Mix them all together until it becomes a thick paste.
• Apply a layer of the paste over your entire face, including your neck.
• Leave it on for 15 minutes, and then rinse it off with lukewarm water.

Turmeric will control the bacterial growth that is causing acne, and other ingredients will help reduce the acne mark. Use it twice a week.

3. Green French clay face mask

Ingredients you will need:

2 tablespoons of green French clay powder
1 tablespoon glycerine
2 teaspoons of green tea powder
Cucumber juice as needed

Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:

• Add green French clay and green tea powder to the bowl. Mix them well.
• Now mix glycerine and cucumber juice to make a smooth mixture. Let it sit for a few minutes and your face mask is ready.
• Gently massage your face with this paste and apply it to your neck as well. Leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
• Rice your face and neck with lukewarm water.

French green clay is a natural exfoliant and helps to remove dead skin cells and bacteria. Due to its detoxifying properties, it is the best choice for treating acne issues. Apply this mask once a week.

4. Rice flour and tomato face mask

Ingredients you will need:

2 tablespoons of rice flour
1 tablespoon of honey
2 teaspoons of tomato pulp
Water

Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:

• Add all these ingredients to a small plate and mix well to make a paste.
• Apply this to your skin, and let it sit for 15 minutes.
• Wash your face with lukewarm water.

Tomatoes are rich in vitamins C, A, and K. Plus it’s acidic in nature. These properties help to maintain the pH balance of the skin and reduce the risk of acne breakouts.

5. Aloe vera and papaya face mask

Ingredients you will need:

2 tablespoons of besan
1 tablespoon of aloe vera
2 tablespoons of papaya pulp
Water

Follow these steps to prepare this face mask:

• To make this face mask, mix besan, aloe vera, papaya pulp, and water.
• Now apply this mixture to your face and leave it on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing it off with lukewarm water.

This is a perfect face mask if you want to exfoliate your skin as well. Papaya contains enzymes that exfoliate while balancing oil production that can manage acne problems. Moreover, aloe vera gel has antibacterial properties that are also beneficial in controlling acne.

So ladies try these face masks this summer and say bye-bye to acne!