Not just your face, your other parts of your skin need care and pampering too. A nourishing and rejuvenating mask can heal, soothe and nourish your skin.
Looking good is more than external beauty. Skin reflects the health of our body and mind. That’s why it’s very important to nourish from within and outside. This mask can soothe and nourish your skin, while also rejuvenating it. Let’s take a look at the recipe.
Ingredients
Carrot – 1
Avocado – 1
Baking Soda – ½ Tsp.
Olive Oil – 3 Tsps.
Carrot Seed Oil – ½ Tsp.
Evening Primrose Oil – ½ Tsp.
Instructions
Scoop out the flesh from the Avocado and add to a mixing bowl.
Blend the carrot and add to the mixing bowl. You can also steam it till soft and mash it instead.
Add in the oils and baking soda.
Mix to combine.
Done!
How to Use the Mask?
Apply to damp skin and cleansed skin – like right after shower.
Massage it into the skin in circular motions concentrating on areas that are dry, have dead skin cells, start showing ageing skin signs, etc. Apply it to areas with delicate skin and skin that needs more care like the calloused skin or rough skin around elbows, knees, ankles, etc.
Let it sit for 15 – 25 minutes.
Rinse off with warm water.
Apply coconut oil on your skin while it’s still damp and you’re done.
Why This Mask?
This is nourishing and soothing that’s ideal for sensitive, ageing and dry skin. It is easy to prepare and apply and can heal nurture and heal your skin, rejuvenate it and make your skin soft, supple and vitalized.
Frequency
You can use this pack once in two weeks, or once a week depending on your requirement.
Tips to Tweak the Recipe
If you don’t have sensitive skin you can use Epsom salt instead if Baking Soda.
You can use Avocado Oil, Tamanu Oil, Rosehip Seed Oil or Argan Oil instead of Evening Primrose Oil.
You can use Pomegranate Seed Oil, Frankincense Essential Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Sandalwood Essential Oil, Vetiver Essential Oil, Myrrh Essential Oil, Lavender Essential Oil, Yalng Ylang Essential Oil, Rose Oil, etc. instead of Carrot Seed Oil.
Black Seed Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, or infused oils are other alternatives you can consider.
You can add a few drops of Vitamin E Oil to this recipe.
A dash of citrus oils or citrus peels is also great additions to this recipe.
You can also add Potato, Berries, or fruits like Papaya, Grapes, etc. They also help your skin.
You can also add skin-friendly and beneficial ingredients like Licorice Powder for added benefits including lightening of skin.
Those who have dry skin can consider adding a dash of Coconut Milk or Yogurt or Milk to this recipe.
Greens like Mint, Coriander, Kale, etc. are great additions to this recipe.
Like always, feel free to pick and choose your ingredients, try out what works for you and then finalize one that works best for your skin. After all, DIY is the way to go when you want what’s best for your skin and something that’s YOU. Don’t have time for DIYing? Try Aya Naturals for all your skin and face care requirements.
