29 Homemade Face Masks for all Skin Types

Homemade face masks are affordable and made from natural ingredients, meaning that you don’t have to worry about those pesky hidden chemicals!

You can make your very own face mask right in the comfort of your home. It’s nothing like when they were first invented in the 19th century by Madame Rowley and you could only access a face mask at retail.

So if you’re in search for homemade face masks that will:

Then you have come to the right place!

These homemade facial masks are for sensitive, dry, normal, or oily skin and are categorized according to each skin type.

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Homemade Face Mask for Dry Skin

Because you’ve got dry skin, a lot of the homemade face masks here will have ingredients that hydrate your skin. In short, they will prevent flakiness and give your skin a natural glow.

Additionally, these homemade face masks can be used on any other part of your body. So if you have dry, flaky legs or hands, the below masks can be used to alleviate those problem areas as well.

1. Strawberry Honey and Chocolate Homemade Face Mask

Strawberries contain:

Vitamin C that fight free radicals and delay premature aging.

Manganese and antioxidants that tone the skin.

Alpha-hydroxy acid that cleanses, eliminates dead cells from the skin, and reduces wrinkles.

Chocolate antioxidants protect your skin from the damage caused by free-radicals.

To make this homemade face mask more effective, add in some powdered cocoa.

Cocoa is one of the best edible sources of antioxidants you can buy. It’s rich in flavonoids which help to filter UV rays to prevent hyperpigmentation especially when you spend long hours out in the sun.

Plus, it’s a good source of vitamins A, B1, C, D and E which help to give your skin that natural glow.

Honey, on the other hand, is one of nature’s most revered skin remedies.

Thanks to its antibacterial and antiseptic abilities, it is beneficial to cracked skin and helps reduce the redness that comes along with dry skin. 

Honey is also a natural humectant, so it helps keep the skin moist but not oily. This is because humectants draw moisture from the skin without replacing it.

When combined, all these ingredients serve to heal, brighten and hydrate your skin making it one of the best homemade face masks for anyone with dry skin.

Ingredients

• 4 strawberries
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon honey

Directions to Apply Face mask

• Blend the strawberries until they become a smooth pulp.
• Add cocoa powder and honey to this pulp.
• Apply this pack on your face and leave it on for about 15 minutes. Wash it off with warm water and pat dry for gorgeous, glowing skin.
• Do this every day (especially in the morning during summertime) and you will start to notice the difference.

2. Kiwi and Avocado Face mask

Kiwis are enriched with vitamins C, E and antioxidants that help boost collagen and rejuvenate the skin, which improves skin elasticity and makes it look youthful.

And because collagen gets broken down the older you get, this homemade face mask is the way to go if you want to maintain youthful-looking skin.

Apart from that, if you have dry skin that always feels tight especially after showering, this is the face mask to use as it prevents the feeling of tightness on your skin.

It’s best to use after showering and only use water to wash it off.

Ingredients of Homemade Face mask

• 1 avocado
• Kiwi
• A teaspoon of honey.

Directions To Use And Apply Face mask

• Peel the avocado and kiwi and mash them together into a smooth, creamy paste.
• Add the honey and mix well.
• Apply the paste to your face and neck and leave it on for about 30 minutes.
• Rinse with water and pat your skin dry. Don’t forget to moisturize your skin.

3. Avocado Mask 

This avocado homemade face mask is another natural way to soothe dry, cracked skin. Avocado contains an active ingredient called biotin which helps prevent dry, scaly skin.

So if you have dry skin, continuous use of this facemask will prevent flakiness and cracks on your skin. For best results, use this facemask twice a day.

Ingredients

• half an avocado
• 1 teaspoon of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of honey 

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Puree half an avocado and mixing it with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and add 1 tablespoon of honey.
• Apply the mask to your face, leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes, and then wash it off.
• Double up on the hydrating effects by applying your regular moisturizer.

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4. Olive Oil and Sugar Face Mask

Sugar helps exfoliate your skin, while olive oil helps moisturize it. The oil will also help lubricate your skin, and protect it against the harsh grains of sugar.

When using this face mask, avoid rubbing it on your skin for a long period as you would with other face masks because you may damage your skin.

Also, if you don’t have a scrub, you can use this face mask as a substitute.

Olive oil is known to moisturize and hydrate your skin.

Applying olive oil on the skin blocks the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays so you can always ensure your skin is protected as you bask in the sun.

Olive oil does this by boosting the skin’s natural sun-blocking proteins because it contains a fat called squalene which naturally protects the skin.

Ingredients

• ½ cup of sugar
• 2 tbsp of olive oil

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Combine ½ cup of sugar with 2 tbsp of olive oil
• Gently rub the scrub into your skin
• Wash it off.
• Last, use a soothing moisturizer to lock in the benefits of freshly exfoliated skin.

5. Cucumber and Milk mask

Cucumbers deliver high anti-inflammatory, therapeutic, and rejuvenating properties that help revive dull and dry skin. It helps smoothen your skin and relieves it from itching that comes from dryness.

The facemask calms irritated skin while also brightening the skin and reducing wrinkles.

Ingredients

• ½ cucumber
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 tablespoon of brown sugar

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Peel a cucumber and blend it to make a puree.
• Mix the milk, honey, and brown sugar, and once it emulsifies well, add the cucumber puree to it.
• Apply this mixture to your face and leave it on for about 20 minutes. Wash your face and pat dry.

Caution: Milk has lactic acid. If you have sensitive skin, do not use this remedy.

6. Turmeric, Honey, & Greek Yogurt Face Mask

Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory that helps reduce redness and irritation while honey has hydrating effects that help to prevent cracks and flakiness on your skin.

On the other hand, greek yogurt will make this homemade face mask thicker and easier to apply plus it also has healing properties and helps to soothe sun burnt or broken skin.

So if you happen to have sun burns, this facemask will literally come through for you as it will help speed up the healing process of your sunburns, smoothen your skin, and restore your skin’s natural state. 

Ingredients

• A teaspoon of turmeric
• 1 teaspoon of honey
• A tablespoon of Greek yogurt

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Using hands apply to your face and let sit for 20 minutes.
• Once done, rinse off with water and pat your skin dry.

Homemade Face Masks for Oily Skin

Oily skin is both a blessing and a curse. As you will never experience flakiness or cracked skin, your skin is highly prone to acne and clogged pores might lead to more serious effects on your skin.

If you’ve got oily skin, the number one thing you should look for in a facemask is one that unclogs your pores, deep cleanses your face, hydrates and removes any excess oil from your skin.

That way, you can be guaranteed that the facemask will be highly beneficial to your skin.

So here are the best homemade face masks for oily skin.

7. Carrot Besan Homemade Face mask

This face mask makes the skin glow and increases collagen which then increases elasticity and reverses ageing. It is ideal for oily skin as it deep cleanses the skin removing any greasy and sticky feel leaving it fresh and flawless.

Ingredients

• 2-3 tbsp Carrot juice
• 1 tbsp buttermilk
• 1-2 tbsp gram flour(besan)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Mix all the ingredients to form a smooth paste.
•  Apply this paste over the face and neck.
• Leave for at least 30 minutes
• rinse with lukewarm water. 
• This is an anti-aging mask and may be used 2-3 times a week.

8. Egg white and Aloe Vera Face mask

Aloe vera is indeed a super ingredient that is used in calming, soothing, and hydrating the skin. Egg whites contains a natural antibacterial that helps to prevent clogged pores while absorbing excess oil.

Ingredients

• 1 egg white
• 2 tablespoons fresh aloe

Directions To Use And Apply Face mask

• Mix the ingredients all together.
• Apply onto your face.
• Let it sit for 10 minutes then rinse them off.

9. Yeast Facial Masks

This treatment is categorically meant for younger people who have an oily skin since their skin requires a package of dry yeast.

It has so many benefits to oily skin such as prevention of acne, ageing, skin and spots. It also increases level of moisture while removing excess oil.

And if you happen to use this homemade face mask for a prolonged period of time, you will surely kiss your pimples, and acne spots goodbye for good, well, until you start eating foods that will bring back the acne.

Ingredients

• 7-gram packet of yeast
• Three drops of lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons of water
• More water

10. Papaya, banana and cucumber facial mask

Ingredients

• ¼ papaya
• ¼ cucumber
• ½ a banana

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Blend ¼ papaya, ¼ cucumber, and half a banana together to form a smooth paste.
• Apply this on your face and neck and let it sit for 15-20 minutes
• Rinse with lukewarm water.

11. Yeast Facial Masks

This treatment is specifically meant for younger people with oily skin thus their skin requires a package of dry yeast for boost.

Ingredients

•  (7-gram) packet
•  Three drops of lemon juice]
•  2 teaspoons of water until it forms a paste.
•  More water as needed to get it to the right consistency.

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Mix the contents of a 7-gram packet of yeast with three drops of lemon juice and 2 teaspoons of water until it forms a paste.
• needed to get it to the right consistency.
• Spread the mixture on your face
• Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes
• Rinse off for a refreshing deep clean

Face Masks for Combination Skin

Combination skin home remedies are a sigh of relief for anyone struggling to deal with a rather confused skin type. You may find that one time your face is dry and the next time your fighting to remove excess oil and then acne. If your skin has got you confused, this is the facemask for you.

12. Avocado Coconut Oil Face Mask

Avocado Coconut facemask is ideal for people with combined skin. It controls oil production on the T-zone and hydrate dry skin on your cheeks at the same time. 

Ingredients

• ¼ Avocado
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Cut out ¼ of an avocado, mash it into a lump-free paste.
• Add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil.
• Massage it onto your face, let it sink into your pores for 10-15 minutes.
•  Wash it off with cool water.

13. Banana Oatmeal Honey Face Mask

If you’re struggling with oily, clogged pores or/and dull skin, this is the face mask that will sort all your skin issues.

Ingredients

• ½ Ripe banana
• 1 tablespoon Of Honey
• 1 to 2 tablespoons of Oats

Directions To Use And Apply Face Mask

• Mash the ½ ripe banana with 1 tablespoon of honey & 1 to 2 tablespoons of oats in a mixing bowl.
• Stir till it becomes a thick paste.
• Gently to your clean face and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
• Wash with a warm washcloth.

14. Egg White-Yogurt Face Mask

Melt those worries away with this mask that is especially good for reducing big pores and mattifying oily skin.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of yoghurt
• 1 egg white

Directions

• Stir 1 tablespoon of yoghurt and 1 egg white well in a mixing bowl.
• Slather the mix to your face, except the eye and the mouth area
• Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
• When the mask has completely dried up, rinse with warm water & subsequently with cool water.

15. Papaya and tomato face mask

Ingredients

·        8-10 cubes of papaya

·        Tomato pulp

Directions

• Mash 8-10 cubes of papaya and mix it with some tomato pulp to make a smooth paste.
•  Keep it on for 15 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.

16. Green herb and Yogurt Face mask

Ingredients

• Few tablespoons of plain
• Handful of fresh mint
• Handful chamomile

Directions

• Add a few tablespoons of plain, full-fat yogurt and a handful of fresh mint and chamomile to a food processor.
• Blend until smooth. If you don’t have a food processor, use a mortar and pestle to grind up the herbs and combine with yogurt.
• Spread evenly over your face.
• Leave the mask on for 15 to 20 minutes before rinsing with warm water.

Acne-Prone Skin Face Masks

Forget spending time and money at your local supermarket looking for a face mask that is fit for your skin.

Follow these simple compiled recipes and pamper yourself with the perfect homemade face mask especially if you have acne. When you’ve got acne, your skin is really sensitive and the last thing you want to do is use chemicals on your face.

17. Turmeric face mask

Turmeric is a natural antiseptic, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory. The medicinal properties of this spice helps in reducing blemishes and maintaining a flawless skin. Thus, it works wonders soothing inflamed, acne-prone skin.

Ingredients

• Apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon organic turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon of organic raw honey
• Milk

Directions

• Apply vinegar to a cotton ball and swipe all over the skin.
• Mix the turmeric powder with the honey and wait about five minutes before you apply the mask.
• Use your clean hands to apply the mask, avoiding the eye area.
• Let the mask sit for 15–20 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

 18. Aloe vera and turmeric Face Mask

Aloe is a calming ingredient. It can be helpful if your acne is inflamed and irritated to help calm the skin. This plant also has naturally-occurring salicylic acid. which makes it an ideal opponent of acne, especially for folks with oily skin.

Ingredients

• Aloe vera
• Turmeric

Directions To Apply Face Mask

• Mix Aloe vera and powdered turmeric which helps with oil control for the face and assists sensitive skin.
• Leave on for 15–20 mins.
• Rinse it off afterward.

19. Nutmeg Spot Treatment Mask

Combine the three ingredients. The three ingredients are responsible to shrink a pimple fast without leaving your skin dry or flaky. And can be used if acne has just started forming on your skin.

Ingredients

• 1 aspirin
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon plain yogurt

Directions

• Mix one crushed aspirin, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon of yogurt together to make a paste.
• gently dab on the zit.
• Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Rinse with warm water.

20. Cucumber Face Mask

Cucumbers have lightening agents as well as anti-inflammatory properties that will tone and hydrate the skin. This is a great mask if you’re battling acne scars.

Ingredients

• 1 peeled cucumber
• 1 tablespoon organic Greek yogurt

Directions

• Puree the cucumber.
• Mix in the yogurt.
• Apply to your face and leave on for 10 minutes before rinsing thoroughly.

21. Charcoal and Aloe Face Mask

Charcoal absorbs excess oil, while aloe is soothing and anti-inflammatory making it an ideal mask for acne -prone skin.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon activated charcoal
• 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
• Plus 1 drop of tea tree essential oil

Directions

• Mix ingredients together in a small bowl and use your finger to mix together before applying to the skin.
• In circular motions, work the charcoal mixture around your face for 1 minute.
• Let the mask sit for 10–15 minutes.
•  Rinse thoroughly with warm water.

Homemade Face Masks for Sensitive Skin

22. Cucumber-honey-tea face mask

Ingredients

• Cucumber
• 1 cup of black tea
• 1 tablespoon of honey

Directions 

• Cut a baby cucumber into very thin slices and set aside.
• In a small pot, steep 1 cup of black tea for at least 5 minutes.
• Add 1 tablespoon of honey and stir until dissolved.
•  Add the cucumber slices. If desired, add one or two drops of essential oil.
• Let the cucumber soak for at least 10 minutes.
• Scoop the cucumber from the pot and place slices evenly over your face.
•  Leave the slices on for 10 to 20 minutes before removing.
• Rinse your face with warm water.

23. Oatmeal-yogurt-honey face mask

Oatmeal also contains saponins, which are like natural soaps that can gently remove excess oil. When combined with skin-nourishing honey and yogurt, this mask offers mild exfoliation, cleansing, and moisturizing benefits.

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon of plain cooked oatmeal
• 1 teaspoon Plain full-fat yogurt
•  Honey

Directions

• Stir together equal parts 1 teaspoon of plain cooked oatmeal, plain full-fat yogurt, and honey.
• Spread evenly over your face and leave on for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Wash off with warm water

24. Carrot and honey mask

Ingredients

• 2-3 carrots
• 2-3 teaspoons of honey

Directions

• Boil 2-3 carrots and mash them completely.
• Add 2-3 teaspoons of honey to it.
• Apply this mix on your face and neck.
• Wash this off after 15 minutes to reveal a radiant skin.

Homemade Face Masks for Dull Skin

25. Oat-honey-banana Face Mask

Oats are a natural exfoliant which means they help slough away the dead layer of skin cells that can give skin a dull appearance.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of raw oats
• 1 teaspoon of honey
•  Half a banana.
•  If desired, add 1 teaspoon of full-fat yogurt

Directions To Apply Face Mask

• Mash together 2 tablespoons of raw oats, 1 teaspoon of honey, and half a banana. If desired, add 1 teaspoon of full-fat yogurt.
• Rub the mask in a circular motion on damp skin for a few minutes.
• Rinse off with warm water, pat your skin dry, and moisturize.

26. Carrot Egg Face Mask

This face mask is effective in removing the skin tan and also improves the complexion. It makes the skin flawless and gives a natural glow to the skin. Damaged skin will be restored quickly. Egg-carrot-milk

Ingredients

• A tbsp carrot juice
• 1 tbsp egg white
• A tbsp yogurt or milk

Directions

• Mix all the ingredients and apply the mixture over the face and neck.
• Leave for at least 20 minutes and wash with lukewarm water.

27. Strawberries-Honey-Yogurt Face Mask

Strawberries are rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants that offer skin brightening and anti-aging benefits. On the other hand, are beneficial honey and yogurt as they provide balancing and nourishing properties to a dull skin type.

Ingredients

• Three large organic strawberries
• 1 tablespoon organic plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon organic raw honey,
• optional 1 tablespoon French green clay or bentonite

Directions

• In a small bowl, thoroughly mash three large organic strawberries with a fork or puree them in a food processor.
• Blend in 1 tablespoon organic plain yogurt, 1 tablespoon organic raw honey, and an optional 1 tablespoon French green clay or bentonite clay (good for oily/acne skin types).
• Apply the mask evenly to the skin. Let it sit for ten to 20 minutes.
• Rinse with warm water

Homemade Face Masks for Redness-prone Skin

28. Matcha & aloe vera face mask

Green tea and aloe vera have anti-inflammatory properties, that help calm red, irritated skin. Caffeine in the green tea is essential as it can temporarily shrink the blood vessels on your face and make you look less pink

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon of matcha
• 1 teaspoon of aloe vera

Directions

• Stir together 1 teaspoon of matcha and 1 teaspoon of aloe vera.
• Spread evenly over your face.
• Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing off.

Homemade Face Masks for Normal Skin

29. Mayonnaise facial masks

Why spend money on expensive creams when you can treat yourself to a soothing homemade face mask with whole-egg mayonnaise from your own refrigerator?  This facemask will leave your face feeling clean and smooth.

Ingredients

• Mayonnaise

Directions

• Gently spread the mayonnaise over your face and leave it on for about 20 minutes.
• Then wipe it off and rinse with cool water.

These homemade facial masks are a great start to clean beauty and clearer skin.

However, if you don’t always have the time to make the above homemade masks, here are some already made natural face masks to try!