The Best Facial Masks from Kiwi Fruit
Sure you know about useful qualities of kiwi, when we eat this fruit. But also kiwi is the wonderful cosmetologist! Vitamins and organic acids, contained in this fruit, are very useful for face skin. Facial masks from kiwi have both tonic and therapeutic effects. They cleanse skin finely, make it more elastic, fresh and young. Here you can find some easy recipes.
Kiwi Mask for Dry, Worn and Ill-Nourished Skin
You will need:
- 1 tablespoon kiwi juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yolk of egg
Directions:
Mix the ingredients and apply on the face. Leave it on for about 15 minutes. Remove the mask using a sponge. The kiwi juice will stimulate the blood circulation and the mask will smooth, nourish and calm the skin.
Kiwi Mask for Any Type of Skin
Take one kiwi fruit, 2 tablespoons plain yogurt, 1 tablespoon orange juice, 1 tablespoon almond oil, and 1 cup mashed carrots. Mix all the ingredients and make a fine paste. Apply it on the face and leave until it dries. Wash your face with cold water.
Cleansing Mask
Knead one kiwi fruit and put it on the face. If mask pinches skin from time to time, it is ok. It means that mask works, because organic acids give salutary effect. Wash your face in 15 minutes. Then clean the face with any tonic and put your ordinary cream.
Strawberry and Kiwi Facial Mask for All Skin Types
You’ll need 5-6 strawberries, 1 kiwi fruit, peeled 1/2 cucumber. Using a food processor, blend all ingredients into a thin paste. If too runny, add a teaspoon of oatmeal until a paste forms that will stay on your skin without dripping off. To use, apply liberally to face and neck area. Gently massage to lightly exfoliate your skin. Leave on for 5-10 minutes, rinse well with warm water. Your skin will feel clean and fresh.
Nourishing Mask
Knead a half a banana and 1 kiwi fruit and mix them carefully. Then add 2 tablespoons natural yoghurt. Put the mask on the face. Leave on for 15-20 minutes and then wash with warm water. Then clean the face with any lotion.
Kiwi Cleanser for Oily Skin
This is a cooling, light facial cleanser suitable for oily skin. Make it as and when needed and use immediately for best results.
You will need:
- half a kiwi fruit
- 15ml plain yoghurt
- 5ml skimmed milk
- 5ml clear honey
- 5ml fine oatmeal
- 1 drop essential oil
- 1 drop lavender essential oil
Directions:
Place all ingredients in a blender and whiz until the mixture is smooth. Apply to face and neck with cotton pads. Massage in gently.
Rinse and finish off with toner and moisturizer.
The Author:
Carole Parker
