Relax and Rejuvenate with DIY Face Masks and Body Scrubs

Feeling the crunch of finals or overwhelmed at the thought of spending a month cooped up with family? This time of year can be intense, and your skin might be bearing the brunt of it.

Remember, a little self-care goes a long way, both mentally and physically. One fantastic way to treat yourself—and appear like you’ve got it all together—is through DIY face masks. Gather your friends and try out these simple recipes for the perfect study break!

Quick Toning Egg White Mask

Want to feel refreshed and toned? This quick, one-ingredient mask will temporarily tighten your skin.

Ingredients & Supplies:

• One egg white
• Fork
• Bowl

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, lightly whisk the egg white until frothy.
2. Apply the mixture to your face and allow it to remain on for 15-20 minutes.
3. Rinse off, and enjoy the refreshing difference!

Hydrating Avocado and Banana Mask

While egg whites offer a temporary lift, bananas gently exfoliate, and avocados provide deep hydration and a touch of exfoliation too!

Ingredients & Supplies:

• 1 egg
• 1 banana
• 1/2 avocado
• Fork
• Bowl
• Knife

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine one egg, a mashed banana, and half an avocado.
2. Mix until smooth.
3. Apply to your face, leave for 20 minutes, then rinse off.

Oat Mask to Fight Redness

Skip the concealer and try this soothing mask to combat redness.

Ingredients & Supplies:

• 1/2 cup oats
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Spoon
• Bowl
• Pan

Instructions:

1. Combine oats, milk, and water in a pan.
2. Stir in one tablespoon of honey.
3. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, then cool.
4. Apply to your face for 10-15 minutes before rinsing.

Orange Blossom Body Scrub

Pamper your body with this bonus scrub that exfoliates and seals in moisture.

Ingredients & Supplies:

• 1 cup coarse sugar
• 1 pinch anise seed
• 10-15 drops orange blossom oil
• 2 tablespoons jojoba oil
• Bowl

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
2. Apply in a circular motion to wet skin in the shower.
3. Rinse with warm water and pat dry. Don’t forget to moisturize!

Calming Blueberry Mask

Perfect for irritated skin, this mask is loaded with antioxidants and other soothing ingredients.

Ingredients & Supplies:

• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 tablespoon sweet almond oil
• 1 tablespoon calamine powder
• Bowl

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Apply to a clean, dry face and leave on for 10-15 minutes.
3. Rinse with warm water and pat dry. Remember to moisturize!

Store any leftover masks in jars; they make wonderful gifts when packaged in mini or mason jars. Happy masking!