Skin is the most exposed part of the body to environmental pollution. Hectic lifestyle and
everyday pollution affects mostly skin of face, neck and hands. The skin looses its natural
glow and starts showing early signs of aging. To maintain a young looking skin, its daily
care is very important. Using face mask is one way of reducing the ill-effects of pollution
on skin.

Face masks help in removing dirt and dust from the skin by cleaning it deeply and conditioning it. They revitalize the tired skin and soothe the irritating skin. Use of face
mask according to one’s skin type gives the best desired results. Face masks make the skin even, soft and clear. It removes blemishes, black heads and white heads and decreases the appearance of pores.

It removes the tanning due to sun exposure, moisturizes the skin, removes the excess oil and stimulates blood circulation. The face masks can be easily prepared at the home. These masks can be applied any time of the day. Before applying face masks remove all traces of makeup from face and neck. Always apply face-mask over clean and dry face for best results.

Homemade face mask

Natural ingredients such as fuller’s earth, almonds, honey, eggs, skimmed milk, fruits and vegetables can be used to make effective homemade face masks. What better way to give your skin that much-needed glow than to use nature’s bounty. Here too, it is essential to use ingredients that suit your skin type. Besides some persons are allergic to certain ingredients. So look for homemade face mask recipe that is geared towards your skin type.
While eggs in your homemade face mask can offer anti-oxidant properties, honey can be
soothing and hydrating to the skin. Lemon juice is a bleaching agent and tightens your skin too. Yogurt and milk soften the skin. You can use fuller’s earth or kaolin as a base for your homemade face mask. Fuller’s earth is best suited for oily skins. Add essential oils for a relaxing and rejuvenating effect. Sandalwood, lavender, juniper, chamomile and rose can be used albeit after checking their properties.

• A homemade face mask of crushed ripe bananas can help keep wrinkles at bay.

• A beaten egg white with ½ teaspoon lime juice tightens skin and closes pores.

• Grated cucumber is an excellent coolant and relaxant for tired skin.

• A face mask of tomatoes helps an oily skin.

• Homemade face mask with cooked and pureed carrots blended with yogurt and lemon juice can perk up dull skin.

• A face pack of mint helps those suffering from acne.

• Oatmeal face masks are known to remove dead cells and soften the skin.