7 Aloe Vera Face Mask For Bright And Beautiful Skin

Aloe Vera is becoming very popular in cosmetics for getting perfect skin. Most of us use it as a natural moisturizer, face mask, toner and in other hair and skin care products.

Aloe Vera gel has many benefits which make skin and hair healthy. It is also great for hairs as it conditions hairs, prevent hair loss and dandruff. Always try to use organic aloe vera gel or made at home because it does not contain any harmful chemicals.

Here is some Aloe Vera face mask which will enhance your glowing and beautiful skin.

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Benefits Of Aloe Vera Face Mask

Aloe Vera contains 75 potentially active constituents including vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars, salicylic acids, amino acids etc.

• It contains vitamins A, C, and E, which are antioxidants. It also contains vitamin B12. Antioxidants protect the skin by limiting the production of free radicals, which can damage skin cells. It can do a lot for the health and appearance of your skin, including reducing the signs of aging. (Source)
• Aloe vera has the property which can effectively lighten dark spots, hyper-pigmentation, and other skin blemishes. (Source)
• Alkaline phosphatase etc in aloe vera helps to reduce excessive inflammation when applied to the skin topically. Auxins and gibberellins of aloe vera help in wound healing and have anti-inflammatory action. It also contains salicylic acid that possesses anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and kills the acne-causing bacteria. (Source)
• Aloe vera helps in moisturizing your skin, keeps the skin hydrated, rejuvenated and glowing. (Source)

 

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How To Extract Aloe Vera Gel From Aloe Leaf

Step 1

Cut off some leaves from the aloe vera plant.

Then put the leaves in an upright position for a few minutes to let the darker resin (the sticky thin transparent running gel) drain out.

 

Step 2

After the resin has drained, then wash the leaves and start peeling off the thick skin with a knife, leaving you with the transparent gel or you can scoop the gel from leaves with a spoon.

 

Step 3

Then place the gel in a blender and also add a few drops of vitamin E oil or some essential oil to boost the power of aloe vera gel.

Essential oils like lavender essential oil, or tea tree oil or geranium or neem/mint essential oil are good for the skin.

You can keep the gel for a longer period if stored in the refrigerator.

 

For Detailed Instruction, Click Here For How To Make Aloe Vera Gel At Home.

 

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Aloe Vera Face Mask For Bright And Beautiful Skin

 

1. Aloe Vera Face Mask And Scrub For Glowing Skin

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon of brown sugar (optional)
• 1 teaspoon honey

 

Mix all ingredients and make a spreadable scrub. Apply this on your face, and gently massage it in circular motions for 3 minutes. After that let the pack stay for 20 minutes. Wipe it off using a clean damp cloth to get rid of those harmful dead cells from your face. Repeat 1-2 times a week.

 

Honey and coconut oil will hydrate & moisturize your skin and it has the power to prevents fine lines and wrinkles.

Glycolic Acid present in sugars provides a remarkably even exfoliation of the skin and releases and dissolves dead skin cells – clearing up blocked pores and blackheads.

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2. Aloe Vera Face Mask For Acne Free Skin

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel
• ¼ teaspoon of organic nutmeg powder
• Few drops of fresh lemon

 

Mix all the ingredients and apply this paste on for your face or on the affected area for spot treatment. After that let the pack stay for 15-20 minutes. Wash it off with normal water. Repeat daily to get rid of acne fast.

 

Nutmeg is an ayurvedic medicine as it has antiviral and antibacterial elements that remove the infections, clogged pores and helps in oil control. Nutmeg is also powerful on cystic acne.

Lemon juice helps in lightening dark spots on your skin. Try aloe vera acne gel for clear skin.

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3. Aloe Vera Face Mask For Dry Skin

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
• ½  teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil or Sweet almond oil
• 1 teaspoon of honey

 

This face pack will quench your skin’s thirst for sure. Prepare a paste of aloe vera gel, olive oil, and honey. This is a great home remedy for your dry and dull skin. Apply the paste on your face and neck, leaving it for approximately 30 minutes. Wipe it off using a clean and damp cloth. Repeat 3-4 times a week.

 

Olive oil and Almond oil will keep your skin moisturized and it also offers anti-aging benefits to your skin as it contains numerous antioxidants, Vitamin E, Vitamin K and fatty acids to make skin smooth and soft.

Honey will give a glow to your skin and prevents acne or a pimple caused due to excessive dryness of the skin.

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4. Aloe Vera Face Mask For Oily Skin

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon of yogurt (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice

 

Mix all the ingredient and blend the mixture well with a spoon until it turns creamy. Apply the paste on your face and neck, leaving it for approximately 30 minutes. Rinse it off. Repeat 3-4 times a week.

 

Lemons have cooling and astringent properties.

They are rich in vitamin C, which can eliminate acne and brighten dull skin. It is naturally acidic, so it helps balance the skin and get rid of excessive oil. It minimizes the large skin pores which produce excess oil.

Yogurt contains lactic acid, which can aid in exfoliating the skin.

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5. Aloe Vera Face Mask For Sensitive Skin

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon of mashed ripe banana
• 1/2 teaspoon of honey

 

Mix all the ingredient and blend the mixture well with a spoon until it turns creamy. Apply the paste on your face and neck, leaving it for approximately 30 minutes.Wipe it off using a clean damp cloth. Repeat 3-4 times a week.

The pulp of ripe banana fruit providing hydration and nutrition to the skin owing to its water, carbohydrate, and fat content.

It helps in maintaining skin firmness, has anti-aging benefits, prevents acne, removes acne and blemishes, gives a glow to the skin. All in one, you can say it’s a proper food for the skin.

Honey has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which kill bacteria causing damages to the skin.

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6. Aloe Vera Face Mask To Remove Suntan

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon of cucumber paste
• 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of curd

 

Mix all the ingredient and blend the mixture well with a spoon until it turns creamy. Apply the paste on your face and neck, leaving it for approximately 30 minutes. Wipe it off using a clean damp cloth. Repeat 3-4 times a week.

 

Lemon juice helps in lightening dark spots on your skin as well as exfoliate the skin.

Cucumber cools the skin and it is effective on the redness of the irritated skin.

Aloe Vera gel is an excellent remedy for taking care of dark suntans. It will lighten the skin in as little as a week if applied every day to the affected area.

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7. Aloe Vera Face Mask For Depigmentation & Dark Spots

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon of yogurt
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice

 

Make all ingredients and make a spreadable paste. Apply this on your face, and massage it in circular motions for 5 minutes. After that let the pack stay for 20 minutes. Wipe it off using a clean damp cloth. Repeat 3-4 times a week.

Turmeric helps in skin rejuvenation and beneficial for depigmentation.

Lemon juice works very well to help lighten hyperpigmented skin as well as other spots and blemishes on the skin.

Yogurt provides a remarkably even exfoliation of the skin and releases and dissolves dead skin cells – clearing up blocked pores and blackheads.

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Things to know before creating Aloe Vera face mask

• If you are not getting any aloe vera plant, you can use ready-made organic aloe vera gel from the market.
• Always apply the mask after cleansing your face.
• Using any face pack you have to be patient as it takes the time to show their power on your skin.
• You can prepare these packs in bulk and refrigerate to use them again. Always store the homemade aloe vera gel and these face packs in an airtight container.

 

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