Face Masks

Which girl doesn't like a spa treatment? And what's easier that to have it at home? Benefits of face masks include:

• Inexpensive way of treating your skin
• You can take the face mask anywhere with you
• It is easy to use
• Relaxing

Facial masks are one of the key steps of taking care of your skin, after cleansers, toners and moisturizers. Here are a few things I have learned about face masks, its benefits and how often to use it.

• Always steam your face before putting the mask on. You can either put your mask on after the shower when your face is steamed and the pores are open, or just use a pot with boiling water in it and steam your face that way.
• Using a facial mask is needed at least once a week for the perfect effect.
• Leave in for 15 minutes and then wipe off with warm water. Apply moisturizer right away.

There are so many DIY masks out there and each of them are good for specific skin types. I have dry skin type and for me, Oatmeal facial mask (www.rd.com) has worked perfectly. 

Ingredients:

1/2 cup hot water (not boiling)

1/3 cup oatmeal

2 tbs plain yogurt

2 tbs honey

1 egg white

Combine hot water and oatmeal and let sit for about two to three minutes. Add the yogurt, honey and egg white. Apply on your face and leave for about 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water. 

M.