6 Oatmeal Masks for 6 Skin Types
Turn your Cereal into Spa Treatments with homemade Oatmeal masks. This nutrient dense grain is loaded with avenanthramides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds to help soothe dry, itchy, or irritated skin.
Its natural oil absorbing properties, makes it an ideal for acne prone skin. So don't toss those leftover oats, spread them on your face! Read on for 6 oatmeal mask recipes for 6 different skin types that you can pull from the pantry.
1. Basic Oatmeal Mask for ALL SKIN TYPES
Instant Oatmeal will do for this quick and easy mask ( it should be flavor and additive free). Oatmeal is great for treating inflammation and skin redness.
Colloidal oatmeal, which is a fine powder of whole ground oats, can improve the skin barrier, and enhance moisturization. Often used for dry skin and eczema because of it's anti-inflammatory properties.
Cook one serving of oatmeal. Allow to cool (you can also use slightly warm, but never hot). Apply to the affected areas. Leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with cool water.*
2. Basic Honey Oatmeal Mask for ALL SKIN TYPES
Oatmeal has been used for decade to treat a variety of skin conditions. Because colloidal oatmeal promotes a healthy skin barrier, it has been shown to be helpful as adjunctive therapy in eczema patients who often have compromised skin barriers and altered skin microbiome composition
- 1 serving oatmeal
- 2 tablespoons honey
Directions:
3. Apple & Oatmeal Exfoliating Mask for ALL SKIN TYPES
Antioxidant rich apples contain an AHA called malic acid, which removes dead skin cells. Rose water has anti-inflammatory properties that aid in soothing irritated and sensitive skin.
- 2 tablespoons oatmeal
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons applesauce
- Few drops of rosewater
4. Oatmeal Face Mask for Acne-Prone Skin
Baking soda is often used to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, and may also help open and deep cleanse pores, clearing away blackheads and absorbing excess oil from the skin.
- 2 tablespoons oatmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Water (just enough to make a paste)
Lemon is an astringent, and rich in skin brightening vitamin C for diminishing dark marks from acne and skin discolorations. The acidity and antiseptic properties of Vinegar helps to gets rid of bacteria and restore the skin’s pH balance. Some people use white distilled vinegar or apple cider vinegar, but white wine vinegar is milder.
- 3 tablespoons colloidal oatmeal
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ¼ cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
This mask will work best with colloidal oatmeal specifically, which is perfectly safe to use yourself. "Colloidal oatmeal is FDA approved for over the counter skin care. The side effect profile is minimal, and it is rare to have an allergic reaction to colloidal oatmeal," she says.
- ¼ cup cooked oatmeal
- 2-3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
Directions:
Mix the yogurt, oatmeal, and honey. Apply to face and leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with cool water.
Now i know this was messy but believe me, your skin will thank you! Self-care is the best care, and usually ten minutes is all you need…so take it! You’re totally worth it!
xoxoxo,
the flybo
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