Getting the right homemade facial masks is important cause in our world, the face is a critical part of communication when we are happy, sad, surprised, or upset, it can be seen on our faces. Since it’s the first thing many people notice about us, keeping the face looking its best is the smartest thing you can do for yourself.

Clean, healthy skin will boost your confidence and raise your self-esteem. Because it is constantly exposed to the environment, the face also shows signs of aging before many other body parts. Proper care has been proven to aid in keeping skin looking and feeling younger.

A homemade facial masks softens the skin, unclogs pores, and removes impurities. It also helps to replace lost moisture and soothe the skin. Masks are an important element in this process. Homemade facial masks and facial scrubs are some of the oldest known beauty treatments. The ancient Egyptians used mud and clay to remove dead skin cells and heal blemishes.

During the early 1600s many European women experimented with a milk and egg facial treatment. Many other ingredients have been used since, such as fresh foods, flowers, and herbs, to cleanse and nourish the skin. I like the treatments because they are fun and easy, and they give me a boost when I am feeling tired. For tips on how to do a facial (click here) feel free to use and of the homemade facial mask provided below.

You can use homemade facial masks every day, once a week, or whenever you feel your skin can use a special treat. (My mother lives in facial masks, I can’t remember a time coming home from school and not seeing her with one on).Having a facial treatment is also very relaxing because it requires that you remain quiet and calm for 10 to 20 minutes.

It’s amazing how seldom we allow ourselves to do that! The psychological benefits of a facial treatment definitely equal-if not exceed- their physical benefits. Another benefit is the almost limitless number of facial products you can create at home using fresh ingredients.

The following recipes make enough for a single application. Many of the recipes contain fresh foods such as eggs, so any leftover products should be kept in the refrigerator, but always check your product before using it. Clay products tend to last longer than most and if they dry out, they can be revived by adding more pure water.



Mayonnaise is an important ingredient in many natural beauty treatments. Regular commercial mayonnaise works well, but if you want to master the art of making mayonnaise and create your own, here is the perfect recipe.

 I call it “beauty mayo” because it contains everything you need for beautiful skin and hair: eggs, oil and vinegar. You can use it alone as a face mask or as a recipe ingredient whenever mayonnaise is called for. It also makes a decent sandwich spread

What you need:

• 1 ¼ cups vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• ½ cup apple cider vinegar

How to make: A blender or food processor really helps in this recipe. In a blender, mix ¼ cup oil, salt and egg. With the blender on, slowly pour another ¼ cup oil, in a very thin stream, into the whirling mixture. Keep the blender mixing. Slowly pour into the whirling mixture half of the vinegar in a slow, steady stream. Keep the blender mixing. Slowly pour into the mixture another ¼ cup of oil followed by the rest of the vinegar. Continue blending.

Slowly add the rest of the oil. You should now have a thick, white, creamy mayonnaise. Remember, making mayonnaise is an art so you may need to practice, but once you master it you will never forget it.
Pour your mayonnaise into a clean container and store in a refrigerator. You can use this mixture in any recipe that calls for mayonnaise. Makes 16 ounces


   The carrot is a featured vegetable in many country gardens. Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, or provitamin A, which is important for healthy skin. Grated carrots hydrate the skin and help clear away dead cells. This is a rich mask that remains moist on the face.

What you need:

• ¼ cup grated carrot
• 1 ½ teaspoons mayonnaise (use a commercial brand or  the recipe for beauty mayo)

How to use: mix carrot and mayonnaise together. Spread on your face and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse clean with tepid water and pat dry. Makes 2 ounces


   If your complexion has become colorless and dull, this homemade facial mask can be used to revitalize it. Apricots are rich in vitamin A, which is important for healthy skin, combined with milk and honey, they return moisture to the skin, helping it to look and feel smoother and softer. My brothers love to eat any leftovers from this mask it tastes great on toast!

What you need:

• ½ cup of dried apricots
• ½ cup of warm water
• 1 tablespoon nonfat dry milk powder
• 1 tablespoon honey

How to make: Place all of the ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth. (Spread on your face and leave on  for 15 minutes, rinse off with tepid water and pat dry). Makes 4 ounces