Aloe barbadensis or aloe vera often called the Plant of Immortality has been used in our Indian households for centuries. Not only has this medicinal benefits but also works as a holistic elixir for almost all skin problems like magic.
Not only does aloe vera soothe your sunburned skin or work on your dry hair, but it has a long list of beneficial components.
According to some studies, aloe vera gel is a staple for gorgeous and glowing skin with various vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids for different skincare concerns.
So, here comes the real battle for every woman who wants to do skincare but has no idea where to start the skincare with no chemicals involved. Making a homemade aloe vera with natural ingredients can resolve this easily.
Aloe vera and Other Natural Ingredients
Aloe vera has proven itself by becoming an elixir for medical as well as skin properties, including collagen production, reducing inflammation, hydrating skin, and tightening the skin. Other natural ingredients like coffee, cucumber, rice water, milk, and turmeric are also proven effective for working on many skin problems, like magic.
Moreover, aloe can be combined with these natural ingredients to make an effective DIY face mask.
Aloe and Natural Ingredients DIY Face Masks
Well, you can purchase your favorite aloe face masks as they are available at any nearby stores or you can make your chemical-free DIY face masks at home with no side effects if you have sensitive, dry, or combination skin.
How to Make Your DIY Face Masks?
Making a homemade DIY aloe vera face mask seems like a long procedure or a day-taking task, but to your surprise, it is super easy. You can easily make your face mask with the ingredients present in your kitchen; if not, they are affordable to buy too.
Below are some DIY aloe and some natural Ingredients that work on skin problems like magic.
For De-tanning: Rice Water + Aloe Vera
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Ingredients for Making Rice Water + Aloe DIY Face Mask
3 tablespoons of rice water
2 tablespoons of any aloe vera gel
Instructions for Making the DIY Mask
Prepare Rice Water: Rinse cup of rice or according to your need. Soak it in 1 cup of water for about 30 minutes.
Mix Ingredients: Combine the rice water and aloe vera gel in a small or regular clean bowl. Mix it well until you get a smooth paste, which will be easy to apply.
Clean your face first: Before applying any products to your face, you always need to cleanse your face first with a cleanser or your regular face wash with warm water and apply the mask on your face and neck.
Let it sit: Leave your mask on for 15 to 20 minutes.
Rinse it off: Rinse your face with cold water for better results and pat dry with a clean towel or a microfiber towel.
For Acne: Cucumber + Aloe Vera
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Ingredients for Making Cucumber + Aloe DIY Face Mask
Cucumber
2 Tablespoons of any aloe vera gel
Instructions for Making the DIY Mask
Prepare Cucumber: Take a cucumber, peel half of it, and cut it into slices.
Blend Cucumber: Put the cucumber slices in a blender and blend.
Strain: Pour the blended cucumber juice and use a strainer to separate the juice from the plum.
Mix Ingredients: In a small or a regular clean bowl, combine the cucumber juice and aloe vera gel. Mix it well until you get a smooth paste, which will be easy to apply.
Clean your face first: Before applying any products to your face, you always need to cleanse your face first with warm water and with a cleanser or your regular face wash, and then apply the mask on your face and neck.
Let it sit: Leave your mask on for 15 to 20 minutes.
Rinse it off: Rinse your face with cold water for better results and pat dry with a clean towel or a microfiber towel.
For Deep Cleaning: Milk + Aloe Vera
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Ingredients for Making Milk + Aloe DIY Face Mask
1 Tablespoon of Milk
2 Tablespoons of any aloe vera gel
Instructions for Making the DIY Mask
Prepare Milk: Take a tablespoon of raw milk for better results.
Mix Ingredients: Combine the raw milk and aloe vera gel in a small or regular clean bowl. Mix it well until you get a smooth paste, which will be easy to apply.
Clean your face first: Before applying any products to your face, you always need to cleanse your face first with warm water and with a cleanser or your regular face wash, and then apply the mask to your face, and neck.
Let it sit: Leave your mask on for 15 to 20 minutes.
Rinse it off: Rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel or a microfiber towel.
For Skin Whitening: Coffee Powder + Aloe Vera
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Ingredients for Making Coffee Powder + Aloe DIY Face Mask
2 Tablespoon of ground coffee
2 Tablespoons of any aloe vera gel
Instructions for Making the DIY Mask
Mix Ingredients: Combine the ground coffee and aloe vera gel in a small or regular clean bowl. Mix it well until you get a smooth paste, which will be easy to apply.
Clean your face first: Before applying any products to your face, you always need to cleanse your face first with warm water and with a cleanser or your regular face wash, and then apply the mask to your face and neck.
Let it sit: Leave your mask on for 15 to 20 minutes.
Rinse it off: Rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel or a microfiber towel.
Ingredients for Making Turmeric + Aloe DIY Face Mask
Teaspoon of Turmeric Powder
2 Tablespoons of any aloe vera gel
Optional: 1 teaspoon of Honey for adding moisture
Instructions for Making the DIY Mask
Mix Ingredients: In a small or a regular clean bowl, combine the turmeric, honey (optional), and aloe vera gel. Mix it well until you get a smooth paste, which will be easy to apply.
Clean your face first: Before applying any products to your face, you always need to cleanse your face first with warm water and with a cleanser or your regular face wash, and then apply the mask to your face and neck.
Let it sit: Leave your mask on for 15 to 20 minutes.
Rinse it off: Rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel or a microfiber towel.
