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Glowing skin is dream of every woman, but not all of us are blessed with it. Stress and pollution of now a day not only affects our health but also our facial skin. A having healthy diet and spending a little time on good skincare routine can work wonders to get glowing skin.
If you do not want to spend too much money on commercial overnight masks available on the market, here are some overnight face masks recipes that you can try for beautiful glowing skin.
What Is an Overnight Face Mask?
But before you use overnight face mask you need to know what it is. Let’s find out.
A mask that is applied before going to bed called an overnight face mask. You leave mask on your face overnight and wash your face the next morning. Unlike other types of masks which need to be taken off after 15-20 minutes. The main function of these masks is to hydrate and heal the skin while you are asleep.
Why an Overnight Face Mask Different From Regular Face Masks?
Overnight face masks are masks that you apply just before going to bed and wash off only next morning. The main idea of an overnight face mask is to increase hydration and help the skin repair itself by providing nourishing ingredients all over the night.
While we are asleep our bodies have better healing tendency, and when we are asleep our skin also heals and repairs itself. This is why it is recommended that individual use products that target any problem areas at night, as it will have time to go through deep into the skin. Only for this purpose overnight face mask are used.
Benefits of Overnight Face Mask
In the market there are many overnight masks are available, they commonly contain chemicals and preservatives. The smell may also irritate you while sleeping, especially if you have sensitive skin.
An overnight DIY face mask is the best natural way of nourishment that you can offer to your skin. Because these DIY masks are natural and do not have any side effects (unless you are allergic to any ingredient). Before trying any of these mask, do not forget to do a patch test. Avoid the ingredient if you are allergic to it and if you develop allergic reactions rush to a doctor.
Thus, there are some overnight face masks you should try at home. If you are not sure how to make natural overnight face masks, here are some great recipes for you to try.
Oils Are Actually Anti-Aging
Even though your oily skin can look like an annoy the good news is that the oils are good for keeping wrinkles at bay. Because when we get older, our skin will expected stop making as many oils and it will become dry, or at least drier.
As we age, we may find our self spread on the moisturizing lotions we can find. So keep in mind. With your oily skin you may have to deal today, but someday you may really miss your ex- oilier personality.
How to Make Overnight Face Masks For Glowing Skin At Home
Below are details and benefits of some of the best overnight facial mask
1. Aloe Vera and Vitamin E Face Mask
Aloe Vera has antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and E, along with amino acids, salicylic acid, lignin, and enzymes. It helps in reducing inflammation, promotes collagen synthesis, and protects our skin from UV rays that damage skin.
Preparation
- 2 teaspoon aloe vera
- 1 vitamin E capsule
Method
Take aloe vera gel in a bowl and Squeeze the oil from vitamin E capsule and mix them well.
Apply: Apply it to your face and neck.
Caution: Do a patch test before using Vitamin E oil on your skin to check if your skin is allergic to it.
2. Green Tea And Potato Face Mask
Green tea contains polyphones, which can help prevent inflammatory responses cause by UV spotlight and suppress oxidative stress.
Potato juice, is good for oily skin. It can help in preventing skin rashes, reducing acne blemishes, and help in nourishing the skin
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon of freshly brewed (and cooled) green tea
- 1 tablespoon raw potato juice
Method
Mix green tea and raw potato juice in a bowl.
Apply
Apply the mixture to face with a cotton ball or with fingers and leave it overnight.
3. Rose Water and Chamomile Mask
Rose water has a soothing effect on our skin. The topical application of rose water has anti-inflammatory effects on the skin
Preparation
- 2 tablespoon rose water
- 1 teaspoon of freshly brewed chamomile tea
- a pinch of turmeric
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it.
Apply
- Apply the mixture to your face with a cotton ball before going to sleep.
- With water wash your face in the morning.
4. Rosehip Seed Oil Face Mask
Rose hips (the fruit of the rose bush) are rich in vitamins and phenolic compounds. Rosehip seed oil has anti-inflammatory properties and can help in reducing the signs of skin aging
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon aloe vera
- 4-5 drops of rose seed oil
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and apply the mixture to your face with a brush before going to sleep. Water wash your face with water in the morning.
5. Banana, Yogurt, and Turmeric Mask
Bananas are high in vitamins and acne-fighting ingredients like zinc and vitamin A, they’re also remarkable for oily skin, offering moisturizing properties as well – because we all know oily skin needs moisture too!
Yogurt contains lactic acid (a natural AHA), which helps to dissolve dead skin cells, and tighten and cleanse deep into pores. Turmeric will offer your skin a dose of antioxidants and a hit of anti-inflammation help in brightening complexion.
Preparation
- Half mashed banana,
- 1 tbsp yogurt
- 1 tsp turmeric
Method
- Mash up half a banana with a fork
- Mix with the yogurt and turmeric.
Apply
- Apply with brush to the mix in a thick (but not dripping) layer over your entire face, avoiding eyes.
- Wash your face with cold water.
6. Almond and Milk Mask
By mixing almonds and milk, you can make a mask which is rich in folic acid and Vitamin E. This mask will help in keep skin soft.
Preparation
- 5-6 almonds
- 2 tablespoons milk
Method
- Soak almonds 6-7 hours and peel them.
- Crush the almonds in a blender.
- Add the milk and blend the mixture again.
Apply
- Apply the mixture to your face with a cotton ball before going to sleep.
- Wash your face in the morning with cold water.
- You can use this mask thrice a week.
7. Milk Face Mask
Preparation
- 2-3 teaspoons milk
- 2-3 drops lavender / sandalwood oil
Method
Mix milk with oil, whisk and mix well
Apply
- Apply the solution with cotton ball dipped into the milk solution,
- Gently massage your face and leave the solution on overnight
- Wash face in the morning.
This mask can be used daily as milk is a natural cleanser that helps to reduce the buildup of oil and sebum in the skin.
8. Honey and Brown Sugar
Nothing beats honey and brown sugar in exfoliating. We all know sugar is one of the best natural exfoliating means. Honey is also a great moisturizer, which helps in preventing dryness of our oily skin.
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon of honey
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
Apply the mask evenly on your face over night
9. Orange, Yogurt, and Honey
All praise lemon for its citric acid and skin benefits. Almost orange carries the same benefits, including vitamin C nourishment. This mask can help with collagen making, fine lines, and wrinkles in addition to keeping oiliness at bay.
Preparation
- 2 tablespoons of yogurt
- 1 tablespoon of honey,
- 1 tablespoon of orange juice
Method
- Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and apply to your face evenly
- Repeat once per week
10. Oats & Honey Face Mask
Preparation
- 2-3 teaspoons oats
- 2-3 teaspoons honey
Method
- Mix oats and honey in a bowl, leave the mixture for some while until the oats soften then mash the oats and mix well
Apply
- Apply an even layer on your face.
- Leave the mask on overnight as it will work to replenish moisture and repair your skin from damage done by daily exposure to free radicals while you sleep.
Cover your pillow with a towel as the mixture might get on your bed sheets during the night.
