Usually when you think of “skin tightening”, glimpses of people getting a facelift done by cosmetologists come to your mind. Do you want to get a youthful appearance, but are wary of going under the knife for it? Worry not, for we have 5 DIY face masks that will tighten your skin and give your face a youthful radiance.
Table of Contents
1. Egg White Face Mask For Skin Tightening
Ingredients
- 1 whole Egg White
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
How To Use
- Beat the egg white in a bowl. Add one teaspoon turmeric powder and one tablespoon honey to it.
- Apply the mask on your cleansed face.
- Leave it for 15 minutes.
- Wash off with lukewarm water.
- Repeat it 2-3 times a week.
Benefits:
Egg white shrinks the size of skin pores, thereby giving a firm look to the skin. Honey exerts emollient, humectant and soothing effects on skin. It locks the moisture in the skin, preventing it from drying out and thus makes the skin soft and supple(source). Curcumin, a compound isolated from turmeric, has been shown to have anti-aging effects on skin. Use this face mask regularly to get young looking skin.
2. Green Tea Powder Face Mask For Skin Tightening
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Green Tea Powder
- 1 tablespoon Rosewater
How To Use
- Mix both the ingredients in a bowl.
- Apply the mask on your cleansed face, spreading it evenly.
- Leave it for 15-20 minutes.
- Wash it off with lukewarm water and pat dry the face.
- Repeat 2-3 times a week.
Benefits:
Rosewater has antioxidant properties which protect and repair skin cells. It is refreshing for the skin and can reduce dark spots. Its astringent like properties tightens pores and helps in removing excess oil from the skin. Green tea has antioxidant properties, which protect the skin from harmful UV rays and prevents signs of skin aging like wrinkles and fine lines.(source)
3. Rosehip Oil Face Serum For Skin Tightening
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Rosehip Oil
- 1 tablespoon Jojoba Oil
- 5 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
How To Use
- Pour the rosehip oil and jojoba oil into a dark glass bottle.
- Now add frankincense essential oil to the bottle by using a dropper.
- Shake the bottle well so that all the oils are mixed together.
- To use, take 3-4 drops of the serum and apply it to your face.
- Massage gently for 2-3 minutes.
- You can apply the serum on your cleansed face twice a day, i.e. in the morning and in the night before bed.
Benefits:
Rosehip oil prevents the senescence of skin, by inhibiting the synthesis of MMP-1, an enzyme responsible for the breakdown of collagen. Frankincense essential oil stimulates cell regeneration and also protects older cells from free radical damage. The astringent-like properties of the oil helps to soothe the skin, tighten skin pores and gives the skin an even tone. Jojoba oil has a high content of wax esters, which makes it a good repair option for various skin diseases like acne and also keeps the skin smooth and supple.
4. Aloe Vera Moisturizer For Skin Tightening
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Aloe Vera Gel
- 1 teaspoon Pomegranate Seed Oil
- 5 drops Geranium Essential Oil
How To Use
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Apply the mask on your cleansed face, spreading it evenly.
- Leave it for 15-20 minutes.
- Wash it off with lukewarm water and pat dry the face.
- Repeat it once or twice a week.
Benefits:
Aloe vera has moisturizing effects. It hydrates and moisturizes skin to help treat dry, flaky skin. It stimulates collagen production. This improves the elasticity and firmness of the skin. Pomegranate seed oil has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Thus it reduces skin inflammations and protects the skin from oxidative stress.
5. Coffee Face Mask For Skin Tightening
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Coffee Grounds
- 1 tablespoon Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Honey
How To Use
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Apply the mask on your cleansed face, spreading it evenly.
- Leave it for 20 minutes.
- Wash off with a mild face wash. Pat dry your face.
- Repeat it at least 2-3 times.
Benefits:
Coffee grounds properly exfoliate the skin to remove excess oil and dirt, unclog pores, smoothens and tightens the skin to improve the overall appearance of the skin. Yogurt is packed with 20 to 30 % of the daily-recommended value of riboflavin that keeps skin glowing and hydrated and aids in cell-growth and regeneration(source). Honey exerts emollient, humectant and soothing effects on skin.
Conclusion
Getting a facelift done is an expensive procedure and not many people can afford it. Plus, it comes with side effects. Skin aging is a natural part of growing old, so why not use natural products to revitalise your skin? These DIY face masks have effective natural ingredients which will rejuvenate your skin and improve your skin tone.