Homemade Face Pack For Glowing Skin: Gift Your Skin A Glow!

The hot and humid summer is on its way. Consequently, your skin will start showing issues like oiliness, itchiness, and tanning. In addition to these troubles, there is always a persisting problem of pollution and stress. A homemade face pack for glowing skin is therefore necessary throughout the year because we understand time is valuable and it is not possible to visit a parlor always.

Why Should We Use Homemade Face Packs?

De-tanning facials kits or oil control facial kits are always available in the market. Even your parlor will suggest doing any of these treatments now and then. But less we know that the kits contain chemicals that may not suit our skin. Continuous use of these kits will affect your skin slowly. 

Some of the products also contain bleaching elements. You may feel mesmerized looking into the skin color post-facial. However, you have to pay for it gradually as this will deteriorate your skin texture.

You can evade all these concerns merely by making a homemade face pack for glowing skin. Along with glow, these DIY packs are so natural that they will gift you healthy and toned skin.

The ‘Nine Nifty’ Homemade Face Pack For Glowing Skin

1. Gram Flour, Turmeric & Curd face pack

If you work outdoors for a long time, your skin tends to tan easily. This pack will not only give you glowing skin but also remove the tan. Moreover, gram flour is suitable for all skin types. Therefore, if you have dry or oily skin, it will be good to use. 

Gram flour and curd work as a whitening agent and hence works effectively on the skin by recovering the sun damage. Turmeric, conversely, is an anti-inflammatory component. In addition, it has an anti-bacterial power that helps the skin fight acne if any.

Making the pack:

• Take one tablespoon of gram flour, one tablespoon of curd, and a pinch of turmeric.
• You can apply wherever you get tan; on the face, hand and legs also.
• Leave the pack until it dries out.
• Clean your face with lukewarm water.

You can also add few drops of honey if your skin is very dry.

2. Aloe Vera, Honey & Lemon Juice

This Homemade face pack for glowing skin is special if you have acne-prone skin. However, you can skip the Aloe Vera if does not suit you. Aloe Vera has many medicinal benefits. When you apply it topically on the skin, it moisturizes as well as kills the germs from the face. You can use a ripe Aloe Vera leaf and use the gel from it or you can use the herbal gels like WOW Skin Science 99% Pure Aloe Vera Gel.

On the other hand, honey and lemon juice works effectively on skin glow and removes the dark spots. Therefore, you are gifted with radiant and glowing skin.

Making the pack:

• Take some amount of Aloe Vera gel in a bowl.
• Add only 4-5 drops of lemon juice to the Aloe Vera.
• Now put in one teaspoon of honey and combine it well.
• You will get a very watery and light blend.
• Use a brush to apply on the face gently, especially in dark areas.
• After it dries out, wash the face with normal water.

3. Egg & Honey Face Mask

We all know that eggs have immense benefits on our bodies and also on our hair. However, due to the protein content, it is very good for the skin also. Honey, as explained earlier is anti-bacterial and helps the dark spots to lighten. However, try to choose pure organic honey, like 24 Mantra Organic Wild Honey because good honey will give an assured result.

The egg white contains albumin that helps to reduce under puffiness. It also closes the skin pores and provides firmness to the skin. It is effective for all skin types. But, if you have extra dry skin, this pack will work like a wonder.

Making the pack:

• Take the egg white of one egg in a bowl.
• Add ½ tsp of honey and mix it well.
• Now spread the concoction to your face and neck.
• Wait for the pack to dry and wash with lukewarm water.

You can feel the instant hydrated and glowing skin.

4. Turmeric and Honey Face Pack

This is again a good homemade face pack for glowing skin if you are suffering from acne-prone skin. People with frequent breakouts always remain apprehensive about the beauty products to use. If you are one of them, this face pack is for you.

Turmeric fights every kind of inflammation and helps in skin soothing. Honey on the other hand is a accepted antiseptic and a natural anti-bacterial component for the skin. We all know that these two products are age-old remedies for a number of issues. Therefore, they are the best option for vibrant glowing skin.

Making the pack:

• Take one teaspoon of turmeric powder. If you want, you can use turmeric powder for cooking purposes. However, as it is the matter of your skin, Naturevibe Botanicals Organic Turmeric Powder is natural and safe to use on skin.
• To it put in one tablespoon of honey. 
• Mix the components well.
• Apply with the help of a brush preferably on your face and neck. If you do not have one, you can use your clean hands.
• Rinse your face with lukewarm water.

You will definitely get glowing and clear skin if you use this pack. Moreover, the chances of acne breakouts on the skin will be reduced.

5. Honey & Matcha Powder ( or Green Tea)

Acne-prone skin is something we do not desire to have at all. However, sensitive skins are way more vulnerable than simple oily acne-prone skin. Most of the ingredients and beauty items fail to suit sensitive skin. This is not only about the sudden breakouts; it is also about the accompanying issues like redness and inflammation that may pose a severe problem.

Matcha green tea powder and honey are best for sensitive skin. Instead of matcha powder,in case you do not have one, you can still use normal green tea also. But, make sure it is pure green tea without any additives. However, matcha powder is easily available. VAHDAM- Certified Japanese Matcha Green Tea Powder is an organic unadulterated matcha powder. Along with use on skin, this can be taken as a drink also.

Green tea is high in antioxidants and hence it fights with the free radicals of the sensitive skin. Furthermore, honey with its anti-bacterial properties soothes the skin. Additionally, you can add few drops of jojoba or almond oil if your skin tends to dry quickly.

Making the pack:

• Take one teaspoon of matcha green tea powder
• Place in one tablespoon of pure honey to it.
• Add few drops of almond oil or jojoba oil if you want.
• Mix the ingredients to obtain a smooth paste
• Spread this paste on your face and neck using a brush or hand.
• Leave it for 15 minutes
• Rinse your face with warm water and pat dry.

6. Milk & Honey Face Pack

The mix of milk and honey is suitable mainly for dry skin. This face pack works wonderfully in the winter. In winters, skin tends to dry easily and this is the required homemade face pack for glowing skin.

Milk is a natural moisturizer. In addition, the vitamin D in milk helps your skin to fight against acne-causing bacteria and prevents breakouts. A skin glows when the upper layer of the dead cell is removed successfully and the dark spots on the face lighten. Honey does all these functions efficiently. On one hand, it works as an exfoliator and on the other as a skin brightening agent.

Making the pack:

• Take one tablespoon of raw honey. Manuka Honey is completely natural honey. You can use this one.
• Add twice the amount of milk in it, i.e., 2 tablespoons of milk.
• Mix the two ingredients. You will get a creamy texture.
• It is better to warm the mixture for effective results. You can either use the microwave or keep it on hot water for few seconds only.
• Now, using a brush spread the mix on the face. You can also use your hand. However, the mixture is somewhat sticky and may adhere to your hands.
• Allow the pack to be on your face for 15 minutes approximately.
• Cleanse your face with cool water or normal water.
• If you feel the stickiness, use a very mild cleanser to remove it.

7. Banana, Lemon Juice & Extra Virgin Olive Oil Face Pack

Banana is a magical fruit. It contains fibers, antioxidants, potassium, vitamin B6 and Vitamin C. However, the last two components, ie, the vitamins are the main protagonists behind glowing skin. Banana is very helpful in absorbing the extra oil from the face and hence, it is a homemade face pack for glowing skin especially for one with an oily texture.

Lemon juice, on the other hand, aids in cleansing. Furthermore, due to its acidic property, it lightens the dark spot on the skin giving it an even tone. Nevertheless, the addition of olive oil may be a question to everyone. How can olive oil be in a pack for oily skin?! Actually, the olive oil will just moisturize the skin because the banana dries out skin very much and olive oil will counter it.

Making the pack:

• Take one banana and mash it with the aid of a spoon or fork.
• Next, you have to add approximately 8 drops of lemon juice to it.
• Add the extra virgin olive oil, like, Borges Extra Virgin Olive Oil to it. The amount should be one teaspoon and not more than that if you have oily skin.
• Combine it well and spread it on your face and neck consistently with a brush or hand. Remember, the paste should be very smooth because the smoother it is, the more evenly it will spread.
• Keep it for 15 mins
• Clean with lukewarm water and pat dry.

8. Rice Flour, Sandalwood & Rose Water Face Pack

Okay! Now, this is one such DIY face pack that is always available at home and ready to use anytime. Coarse rice flour is a great exfoliator. Therefore, this face pack will not only take out the dead cells but will also brighten the skin. 

Sandalwood, as we all know is an inevitable part of skincare products. Whether it is the cream or lotion or even the soap you use, every brand will have a sandalwood section. Consequently, sandalwood is known to all as an effective healer. It acts as an antiseptic; it is an astringent and has anti-inflammatory characteristics. Above all, it is effective in removing scars, black spots, and blackheads. 

Rose water improves skin complexion and soothes the skin by reducing redness. Additionally, it fights acne.

Therefore, when these three come together, magic will happen.

Making the pack:

• Take one tablespoon of rice flour.
• To it add half a teaspoon of sandalwood powder
• Lastly, add one tablespoon of rose water and make a paste.
• The application is a bit different from others. Spread the pack on the face and massage for about 5 minutes.
• Keep it for another 15 minutes.
• Cleanse your face with normal water.

9. Tomato & Cucumber Face Mask

No! We are not going to talk about salad here. Obviously, consuming these two as salad is the best health benefit. But, Tomato and cucumber together are an effective Homemade face pack for glowing skin also. 

Cucumber soothes the skin and due to its huge water content, it hydrates the skin. Tomato, on the other hand, helps in reducing black spots, blackheads and stimulates collagen production. Therefore, these two together revitalize your skin.

 Making the pack:

• Take 1/4th cucumber which is rinsed and peeled.
• Then, combine it to a smooth pulp with a 1/2 tomato.
• Spread the mixture to your face and massage in a gentle circular motion.
• Leave it for 15 minutes.
• Rinse with normal water.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Conclusion

Our organic and natural things are always best suited for our skin. They are without any adulteration and are perfect to use as remedies. However, along with making homemade face pack for glowing skin, eating healthy food and drinking plenty of water is also necessary. It will not only enhance the process of glowing but will also make you healthy and feel more confident.