Face Packs for Dry Skin you Must Try at Home

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Last Updated on June 11, 2022 by

Our skin is a super sensitive organ that needs constant hydration, especially in winters. Dull, dry and flaky skin is something even makeup can’t hide and is a problem many of us are suffering from. While you can find an unlimited number of products in the market, the best and most effective products are the ones made at home. With homemade face mask, there is less risk of skin allergies and bad reaction. And to top it all off, the ingredients we can use are some of most readily available ones. Read on as we have curated a list of face packs for dry skin that you can easily try at home.

Most Effective Face Packs for Dry Skin

Banana Face Pack for Glowing Skin

Loaded with vitamins and nutrients like Vitamin E, B, C and carotene, banana is a superfood for our skin. From anti-ageing and skin nourishment to fighting acne and maintaining elasticity, banana can help your skin rejuvenate from within. There’s no secret that banana is rich in potassium. This potassium moisturizes dehydrated skin making it look soft, supple and bright. For dry skin, combine the goodness of banana with honey and coconut oil and get amazing results. Mash one ripe banana in a bowl, add honey and coconut and mix for a thick paste. Wash your face with a cleanser and water and apply the banana mask. Keep it on for 15 minutes and then wash it off with lukewarm water. Apply this pack at least twice a week for well- nourished and moisturized skin.

Aloe Vera and honey to Treat Dehydration

Aloe vera has been considered the holy-grail ingredient in the skincare department for years now. And it also makes one of the best face packs for dry skin. It suits all skin types and is the most effective natural hydrator for skin. Not just that, aloe vera is also super easy to acquire – whether you buy it in the market or grow a plant at home for readily available fresh aloe vera. It is the most versatile skincare product – it’s a natural antioxidant that protects the skin from sun damage, prevents lines and wrinkles, helps lighten pesky blemishes, dark spots and pigmentation for clear and glowing skin. For the aloe vera and honey mask, get pure, fresh aloe vera gel and mix it with equal amount of honey to make a smooth paste. Wash your face with a face cleanser and warm water. Apply a thin layer of the mask and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Once your face pack is dry, wash it off with warm water and follow it up with your moisturizer for best results.

Saffron and Milk for Tired, Dull Skin

We’ve all heard about Saffron’s huge array of health benefits. Saffron is considered a potent ingredient for your diet. However, it’s lesser known benefits are the ones for the skin. When applied in form of a face mask, saffron can boost your skin’s radiance and glow. It is anti-bacterial in nature and has purifying qualities that work wonders for the skin. Known as the beauty ingredient of the royals, saffron or kesar is a wonderful skincare ingredient. Winters must have left your skin dull and dry. To restore your skin’s glow, take a spoonful of milk cream or malai and add a few strands of saffron in it. Let the strands soak in the cream for about an hour and then apply it on your clean face. Keep it on for 15 minutes and then rinse with cold water. Once you start using this regularly, you’ll notice a beautiful glow on your face.

Cucumber Pack to Remove Dead, Dull Skin

Cucumber is the easiest ingredient for a pace pack. It is almost always there in our refrigerator. Cucumbers are 96% water, no surprise then that’s it is the holy-grail for hydrated skin. It is also loaded with Vitamin C and ceffeic acid, both of which are great for healthy, glowing skin. Cucumber is a super relaxing ingredient and will leave you feeling like you just spent a day at the spa. For cucumber mask, peel and mash a fresh cucumber in a bowl and add sugar. Mix it well and let it refrigerate for 30-40 minutes. Apply this cold mixture all over your face and neck and let it dry. To rinse it off, wet your hands and rub your face in gentle, circular motion before washing your face with water. This face pack will work as a scrub and will help you get rid of the dry skin on your face leaving it healthy, glowing and well nourished.

Yoghurt Face Mask for Fresh Looking Skin

Another ingredient good for our body and skin is yoghurt or curd. Easily available in all Indian household, curd is a super ingredient for your skin. Packed with lactic acid and zinc, curd helps clear up blemished, even out our skin tone and reduces dryness and wrinkles. Yoghurt is also rich in healthy fats and skin exfoliating acids that works wonders on dry, flaky skin. For a yoghurt mask, take two tablespoons of unsweetened, plain curd and add one tablespoon honey and a pinch of turmeric. Mix it well to make a smooth paste and apply it all over your face and neck. Rinse with cold water after 20 minutes. You can use this mask twice a week for best results.

Use Strawberries for a Seasonal Face Mask

‘Tis the season of strawberries. Make the most of the seasonal fruit and see your skin glow like never before. Seasonal fruits are always great for the body and for skin. Strawberries are high in vitamin C, an ingredient great for skin brightening and nourishment. It is also great for protection against the sun and for wrinkle prevention. Strawberries are loaded with alpha-hydroxylic acid that can help you get rid of dead skin cells, leaving your skin soft, supple and glowing. This super fruit also has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties that are great for skin burns, tanning and signs of ageing. For a strawberry mask, mash 2-3 ripe strawberries in a bowl and add honey, oatmeal and some water in it. Mix and make a thick paste. Apply it all over your face and neck and let it sit for 15 minutes. Wash it off with cool water and see results immediately.

So go on and try your favorite face masks for dry skin. But don’t forget, drinking plenty of water and resting well every night is still essential for a healthy, glowing face. For more tips and tricks,

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