There are many reasons to love beauty products but there are more reasons to stay away from harmful ingredients in commercial skincare products that have been linked to hormone imbalance, infertility, and cancer. Take care of the body’s largest organ by introducing skin-loving natural ingredients to your beauty routine. We are going to share with you 25 easy D.I.Y. Facials for Radiant Skin to give your skin a break with a few luxe facials using antioxidant-rich wholesome nutrients that fight free radicals, collagen breakdown and easily rids dead skin.
So, go ahead! Raid your kitchen for fresh ingredients and begin concocting your very own D.I.Y. facials and face masks while relaxing at home. Apply your mask, indulge on your favorite healthy food, watch your favorite NetflixTM series while feasting on a bowl of veggies and dip. Pamper yourself with these 25 D.I.Y. facials you can create at home:
25 Easy D.I.Y. Facials for Radiant Skin by categories
Hydrating Facials
Use these ultra-hydrating facials to reveal soft and supple skin.
Radiant Skin Facial
The Radiant Skin facial is packed with antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory effects. Diminishes scars and age spots, heals acne, removes blackheads, and moisturizes your skin to reveal soft and supple skin. *Keep in mind Lemon is photosensitive, you should avoid direct sunlight 24 hours after using this mask. Use at your own discretion.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
- 2 -3 drops of Lemon essential oil or lemon juice
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients in a small jar.
- Apply Radiant Skin Facial on your face and neck gently massaging in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes to absorb the nutrients and anti-inflammatory effects on your skin.
- Gently remove the mixture with a warm washcloth.
AFFIRMATION: EACH DAY MY SKIN BECOMES MORE AND MORE RADIANT.
Lavender facial
This gentle, yet effective facial works wonders on sensitive skin. The Lavender facial can be used daily to reveal soft and supple skin.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Plain yogurt or coconut milk yogurt
- 3 drops of Lavender essential oil into a mixing bowl.
Instructions
- Apply Lavender facial on your face and neck gently massing in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Leave it on your face for about 20 minutes to allow the rich nutrients to be fully absorbed by your skin.
- Gently remove the mixture with a warm water.
- Love your skin and love yourself!
AFFIRMATION: BEING BEAUTIFUL IS EASY. IF YOU JUST THINK BEAUTIFUL THOUGHTS, IT SHOWS.
Hydrating Yogurt
Facial
The hydrating yogurt facial is bursting with enzymes, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory effects. It can be used daily to reveal soft and supple skin. Great to reduce under eye puffiness.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt or coconut milk yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
Instructions
- Add ingredients into a mixing bowl.
- Apply hydrating yogurt mixture on your face and neck gently massing in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Allow it to sit for 15 minutes to absorb all nutrients and anti-inflammatory effects on your skin.
- Gently wipe it away with a warm washcloth.
- Feel good about for having done something yourself.
Affirmation: I am a stunner!
Hydrating Yogurt and Avocado Facial
This Hydrating Yogurt and Avocado Facial is an ultra-hydrating facial rich in anti-oxidants to reveal soft and supple skin. It can be used daily, great for dry skin.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of mashed avocado
- 1 teaspoon of plain yogurt or coconut milk yogurt
- 1 teaspoon of honey or agave nectar
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Apply Hydrating Yogurt and Avocado Facial on your face and neck, gently massaging in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes to absorb the nutrients and moisturizing effects on your skin.
- Wipe it away to reveal smooth skin.
Affirmation: I am blessed with beautiful healthy skin.
Avocado Mask
Try avocado mask to reveal soft and supple skin! Avocado is rich in vitamin A and E, both of which have antioxidant properties. It helps repair damaged skin anywhere in the body. This mask can be used daily.
Ingredients
- 1/2 of mashed avocado
- 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons of honey or agave nectar
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Apply Avocado mask on your face and neck, gently massing in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Leave it on your face for about 15 minutes to allow the rich nutrients to be fully absorbed on your skin.
- Remove with a warm damp cloth to reveal hydrated skin.
Affirmation: I give myself the care and attention I need.
Olive Oil-Yogurt
Facial
The olive oil yogurt facial rich in Vitamin E, the essential ingredient in any skin perfecting facial. This ultra hydrating blend of olive oil and yogurt will rejuvenate your skin.
Ingredients
- 1 cup greek yogurt or coconut milk yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients into a small bowl and then mix until ingredients are completely combined.
- Apply Olive Oil-Yogurt Facial on your face and neck, gently massaging in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Leave it on your face for about 20 minutes to allow the rich nutrients to be fully absorbed by your skin.
- Rinse the mixture away with warm water to reveal soft and supple skin.
Affirmation: I give myself permission to sparkle with vitality.
Sweet Almond Oil
Facial
Sweet Almond oil is a hypoallergenic oil that gently cleanses the skin and unclogs pores. It can be used daily to reduce fine lines and other signs of aging.
- Prep Time: 2m
- Yield: 2 applications
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup sweet almond oil
- Squeeze the juice of a whole lemon
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- ApplySweet Almond Oil Facial on your face and neck, gently massaging in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Leave it on your face for about 15 minutes to allow the rich nutrients to be fully absorbed by your skin.
- Gently wipe the mask away with a damp washcloth to reveal flawless skin.
Affirmation: I am vibrant and beautiful.
Cucumber Mask
Try cucumber mask to reveal soft and supple skin. Cucumbers contain vitamin C and vitamin K, antioxidants which fights dark circles under the eyes. Pantothenic acid, or vitamin B-5, is another compound found in cucumbers that helps your skin retain moisture. The vitamin A, or retinol, in cucumbers fights dark spots and freckles because it helps control your skin's production of melanin.
Ingredients
- 1/2 of one cucumber
- 1 tablespoon of honey or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon bentonite clay
Instructions
- Throw the cucumber inside the blender or cut it in little pieces then mix the ingredients in a small jar.
- Apply Cucumber Mask to your face and neck, gently massaging in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 20 minutes to absorb the nutrients and moisturizing effects on your skin..
- Rinse the mixture away with warm water to reveal soft and supple skin.
Affirmation: I welcome all good things into my life.
Banana Facial
The Banana Facial is packed with potassium. Hydrating and moisturizing skin leaving it soft and smooth. Lectins in bananas guard against bacteria, preventing acne. Vitamin A fades dark spots and blemishes, reduces appearance of scars. Vitamin B lightens skin tone, reduces appearance of wrinkles, prevents aging. Vitamin E known as “The Protector”. Fights free radical damage, bolsters the skin’s UV resistance, prevents and reduces appearance of wrinkles.
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized banana
Instructions
- Mash the banana until it becomes a paste.
- Apply the banana facial paste on your face and neck, gently massaging in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes to absorb all the nutrients on your skin.
- Gently rinse the mixture away to reveal moisturized skin.
Affirmation: I consciously choose words that will either help me overcome or eliminate things from my life that no longer serve me.
Clarifying Patchouli
Facial
The clarifying patchouli facial prevents wrinkles and fine lines and so much more. Is packed with beneficial properties such as patchouli alcohol (PA), an important compound that has neuroprotective, and anti-inflammatory activities. Also, used in skin care for its ability to help alleviate such issues as acne-prone conditions, eczema, inflammation, and cracked, chapped, irritated skin. It is often found in anti-aging skin care for its cell-rejuvenating properties and its ability to lessen the look of scars.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
- 2 drops of patchouli essential oil
Instructions
- Combine ingredients into a mixing bowl.
- Apply the Patchouli facial mixture on your face and neck, gently massaging in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area to clarify oily pores.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes to absorb all the nutrients on your skin.
- Gently wipe it away with a warm washcloth.
Affirmation: Affirmations are the beginning point on the path to change.
Floral Facials
Use these gorgeous floral facial to tone and balance the skin.
Rose Facial
Gorgeous floral facial to tone and balance the skin.
- Prep Time: 5m
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon rose water
- 1 tablespoon of honey or agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon yogurt or coconut milk yogurt
- 2 dashes ylang ylang essential oil
Instructions
- Combine the mixture in mixing bowl.
- Allow the mixture to sit on the face for 15 minutes.
- Remove with warm water.
Rose Water Toner
Gorgeous floral facial to tone and balance the skin.
- Prep Time: 2m
- Yield: 20 applications
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon dried rose petals
- 1 cup white wine vinegar
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients in a mason jar and let the mixture sit for two weeks.
- Then strain the mixture into a spray bottle and add rosewater for a refreshing face mist.
Steam Petal Facial
Gorgeous floral facial to tone and balance the skin.
- Prep Time: 15m
- Yield: 1 Application
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup rose petals
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, then remove the pot and add the rose petals.
- Let the mixture rest for five minutes before draping a towel over your head and placing your face about 12-14 inches away from the surface.
- Sit for a few minutes and then pat your face dry with a cloth.
Soothing Facials
Use these gently facials to soothe inflammation.
Oatmeal Face Mask
Use this gentle facial to soothe inflammation.
- Prep Time: 15m
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/3 cup instant oatmeal
- 1 tablespoon of honey or agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon plain yogurt or coconut milk yogurt
Instructions
- Stir 1/2 cup of hot water in 1/3 cup of oatmeal until plump. Place the mixture onto your face and let it sit for 15 minutes before rinsing it away with warm water.
- Combine oatmeal with one tablespoon of honey and one tablespoon of plain yogurt in a blender.
- Place the mixture onto your face and let it sit for 15 minutes before rinsing it away with warm water.
Soothing Honey or Agave Nectar Facial
Use this gentle facial to soothe inflammation.
- Prep Time: 5m
- Yield: I Application
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, mix two tablespoons of honey or agave with one tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Gently massage mixture on to your face and allow it to sit for 20 minutes.
- Rinse away with cool water.
Fennel Face Mask
Use this gentle facial to soothe inflammation. The fennel face mask helps clear the skin by unclogging grime, dirt, excess sebum, excess dead cells and germs from deep within skin pores.
- Prep Time: 20m
- Yield: 1 Application
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon oatmeal
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
Instructions
- Add 1/2 a cup of boiling water to one tablespoon of oatmeal with one tablespoon of fennel seeds.
- Let the seeds steep for 10 minutes before straining.
- After the mixture has cooled, apply to the face and let it sit for 20 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water.
Tea Facials
Try these delicious facials after your morning tea.
Green Tea Eye Bags
Green tea rich in anti-oxidants is known to reduce swelling and dark circles under your eyes.
Ingredients
- 2 tea bags
Instructions
- After brewing a cup of green tea, place used tea bags into your fridge to chill for 10 minutes.
- Take the tea bags out and apply to your eyes for a few minutes.
Affirmation: I look great and I feel even better. Life is a blessing.
Chai Tea Facial
Try the delicious Chai Tea Facial recipe. Use the Chai tea facial for acne, reduce redness, fine lines, to reveal moisturized smooth clear skin.
- Prep Time: 5m
- Yield: 1 application
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Honey or Agave Nectar
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
Instructions
- Mix the honey or agave, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small jar.
- Apply Chai Tea Facial on your face and neck gently massing in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Allow the mixture to sit on your face for 20 minutes to fully absorb the nutrients on your skin.
- Gently remove the exfoliant away lukewarm water.
Affirmation: I look within to find my treasures. by Louise Hay
Egg Facials
Try these ultra simple facials to clarify the skin.
Egg Whites Face Peel
- Prep Time: 5m
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Separate the yolk from one large egg and place the egg white in a bowl. Beat the egg white and then apply directly to the face. Then take a piece of tissue and pat it onto the face on top of the mixture. Layer the tissue with more egg white then leave it to dry. Once completely dried, gently peel the tissue paper off.
Egg White Turmeric Mask
Ultra simple facial to clarify the skin.
- Prep Time: 5m
- Yield: 1 Application
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon orange juice
Instructions
- Combine the all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Leave the mask on your face for 15 minutes and then rinse off with cool water.
Egg Yolk Facial
Ultra simple facials to clarify the skin.
- Prep Time: 5m
- Yield: 1 application
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 egg
Instructions
- For a super quick moisturizing facial, beat an egg yolk and then apply directly to your face.
- Let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing the mixture off with cool water.
Brightening Facials
Try these brightening facials to treat uneven skin.
Brightening Strawberry Mask (for Oily skin)
- Prep Time: 10m
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup strawberries
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon yogurt or coconut milk yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
Instructions
- Mash the strawberries in a mixing bowl before adding other ingredients. Apply the mixture to your face and let it sit for 10 minutes. Wipe mixture away with a warm damp cloth.
Mix Berry facial
- Prep Time: 10m
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt or coconut milk yogurt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons of honey or agave nectar
- Combine equal parts strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries
Instructions
- Combine equal parts strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries into a blender. Then add honey (or agave nectar) and yogurt (or coconut milk yogurt).
- Apply Mixed Berries facial mixture on your face and neck gently massing in circular motions avoiding the delicate eye area.
- Leave it on for about 15 minutes to allow the rich nutrients to be fully absorbed by your skin.
- Rinse away with lukewarm water.
Affirmation: My attitude defines my outlook.
Exfoliating Facials
Use these exfoliating facials to get rid of dead skin.
Brown Sugar Mask
- Prep Time: 5m
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Combine equal parts brown sugar and coconut oil in a mixing bowl. Gently massage the mixture in circular motions before wiping away with warm water.
Papaya Facial
- Prep Time: 10m
- Category: Recipes
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
- 1 cup mashed papaya
Instructions
- Mash the papaya in a mixing bowl and then add 2 tablespoons of honey (or agave nectar). Let the mixture sit on your face for 15 minutes before wiping away with a warm washcloth.
Take a well-deserved “time out” and indulge in our do-it-yourself D.I.Y. Facials for Radiant Skin that will leave your skin looking firm and rejuvenated.
For additional skincare tips and tricks, visit merkaela.com/blog.
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