Acne, enlarged pores, blackheads, shine… these are some of the signs of oily skin, a type of skin characterized by an excessive accumulation of sebum.
Next, we’ll show you how to prepare some simple homemade face masks to treat oily skin. The main ingredients are: aloe vera, egg white, cucumber, and tomato. Take note!
Oily skin can sometimes be a real headache for those who have it. This type of skin is thicker and has larger pores, which means the skin looks shinier and is more prone to acne, pimples, and blackheads.
And not only is it more prone to acne and blackheads, but this skin type also tends to age prematurely. The reason for this? Overactive sebaceous glands.
To prevent this from happening, it is essential to dedicate time to their care.
Natural remedies for oily skin
Aloe vera
The properties of this popular plant make it the perfect ingredient for skincare. One of the uses of aloe vera is to regulate oil levels in the skin.
A very simple way to apply aloe vera is to cut an aloe vera leaf, extract the gel, and use the liquid that oozes out to apply it to your clean face. You can also apply pieces of aloe vera gel directly to your skin.
Egg white with lemon
An egg white and lemon face mask is an excellent way to cleanse your skin. It helps combat acne and blackheads.
Lemon has antiseptic properties, which help reduce skin inflammation and eliminate excess oil. Egg white acts as an astringent, regulating sebum production. It’s a perfect combination for tackling oily skin.
To make this face mask, you’ll only need one egg white and the juice of half a lemon. The steps to make an egg white and lemon face mask are very simple:
- Separate the egg white from the yolk and place it in a container.
- Beat the egg white until it forms a little foam.
- Add and mix the egg white with the juice of half a lemon.
Cucumber
This fruit helps cleanse your facial skin and keep oily skin under control, reducing excess oil on the skin.
A simple face mask that only requires a cucumber, an egg white, and a tablespoon of lemon juice. As we mentioned, the egg white acts as an astringent, regulating sebum production.
Cucumber also promotes the production of collagen and elastin, two substances that are responsible for maintaining the skin’s hydration and elasticity, so that it has a firm appearance.
The steps to follow to prepare a face mask of cucumber, egg, and lemon juice are the following:
- The first thing to do is peel the cucumber.
- Put the cucumber into the blender with an egg white and a tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Mix the ingredients, and your mask will be ready.
Tomato
Besides being rich in vitamins A, C, E, B6, protein, and minerals, tomato face masks help limit oil production on your face—an essential action for combating oily skin.
To make a tomato face mask, you have two options: you can place slices of the fruit on your face, or you can mash it beforehand and apply it to your skin like any other mask. Pretty simple, right?
Four simple remedies to stop worrying about oily skin. Which one will you choose?