Bright and radiant skin is a sign of healthy skin. If you are willing to pile layers of makeup on your skin, perhaps you will be successful in achieving that skin brightening effect in the shortest time possible. But nothing can beat the naturally bright and glowing skin that makes you stand out in a crowd!
That is why, don’t forget to try out the amazing homemade skin brightening face masks which are made out of natural ingredients that are readily available. These face masks are extremely effective for brightening the skin and since they are natural, there is no risk or side effect involved.
See more details below.
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1. Aloe vera Brightening mask
In order to prepare this face mask, you would need:
* Pure Aloe vera- 1tsp
* turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
* rosewater – 2tsp
Mix the ingredients into a thick paste and apply it on your face. Wait for twenty minutes. Wash off with plain water and follow up with rosewater. You may use a mild moisturizer if your skin feels dry. This face pack is great for oily skin, prone to acne. Aloe Vera helps in soothing your skin and absorbing excess oil. Turmeric, along with rosewater, is effective in imparting instant radiance to your skin.
2. Yogurt Brightening face mask
To prepare this face mask, you would require:
* Yogurt – 2tsp
* olive oil – 1tsp
* honey – 1tsp
* turmeric powder – 1/4 tspMix all the ingredients and use it on your skin. Turmeric is a natural skin brightener but you must use it in moderation as excess turmeric will stain your skin with a yellowish patch. Honey is a natural humectant that keeps your skin moist. Olive oil is one of the best moisturizers nature has in store for you. yogurt cleanses your skin and makes it brighter. This pack is great for your skin and can be used daily. Try to use it at least thrice a week.
3. Papaya Brightening Face mask
In order to prepare this face pack, you need:
* Papaya – small pieces, half-a-cup
* honey – 1tsp
* yoghurt – 1tspThe ingredients should be blended into a thick paste and then applied on cleansed skin. Wait for ten minutes and then, wash off. Papaya contains ‘papain’ which instantly brightens up your skin by exfoliating it on the surface and removing tan and dark patches. Yoghurt makes your dull skin look lighter and together they make a wonderful skin brightening pack.
4. Tomato Brightening face mask
To prepare this face mask, you need:
* Tomato paste – 1tsp
* yogurt – 2tspMix yogurt and tomato paste and apply it on face. Wait for fifteen minutes. Rinse with cool water. This pack makes your skin radiant by removing dead cells, doing away with minor blemishes and absorbing toxins. This will help brighten uneven skin tone and gently minimize the look of old acne scars and discolorations from the sun. However, exercise caution and do not use this pack if your skin is allergic to tomato.
5. Coconut Milk Brightening Face mask
To prepare this face mask, you need:
* Coconut Milk- 2tsp
* Honey – 1tsp
* lemon juice – 1tspMix all the ingredients together and massage it on face for few mins. Leave it on for fifteen minutes before you wipe it off with a warm towel. This mask instantly brightens dull skin and gives you a natural mini face lift.