For a school kid, summer break is the most awaited time of the year. They get to play and enjoy at to the fullest. But for adults, summers definitely a hassle. As Summer can bring lots of skin problems. It is because of heat, and humidity in the air, we sweat and our skin becomes oily it gets deposited on our pores and we face problems like acne, rashes, etc.
There are some cooling facial masks that hydrate, moisturize and nourish your face. There are lots of ready-made cooling facial masks available in the market. But if you feel you do not want to use lots of chemical or preserved products you can also try to make your own face masks with the ingredients available in your kitchen. These homemade facial masks are easy to make and give you a very refreshing and hydrating effect on your face.
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Here are some of the homemade masks you can make at your home.
NOTE: BEFORE APPLYING THESE PACKS ONTO YOUR FACE IT IS RECOMMENDED TO TEST THE PACK BY APPLYING IT ON YOUR HAND.
Cooling Face Masks For the Summer Season
1. Aloe Vera Gel + Honey + Rose Water Cooling Face Masks For Summer
- Take a bowl and in it put a tablespoon of aloe vera gel and three fourth tablespoons of honey and a few drops of rosewater.
- Mix all the ingredients properly
- Apply it on your face and put it on your face for 15 minutes
- And then wash it off with cool/ normal water
- After washing put on some moisturizer, it is optional
if you want, you can apply this mask every day and the best time to put on this mask is before bedtime because it gives you the best result during that time.
This mask is best for all who are out all day and if your skin feels harsh, rough, and dull. this mask hydrated and nourishes your skin and also this mask brings back life and glow to your skin.
2. Aloe Vera Gel + Curd Cooling Face Masks For Summer
- Â Take a bowl and in it put four tablespoons aloe vera and two tablespoon curd
- Mix both ingredients well
- And using a brush or simply using your fingers apply it to your face
- Wash it off after drying like after 15 minutes
Curd in the mixture helps in cleaning your pores from dirt and oil on your face. This mixture helps in getting refreshing and soothing skin.
For better results apply twice a week and if possible during nighttime. This mask brings you a cooling effect and it is also beneficial to get rid of summer skin problems.
3. Multani Mitti (Fuller’s earth) + Aloe Vera Gel + Green Cucumber + Rose Water
- First, grate a cucumber and then squeeze the grated cucumber to get juice
- Take a bowl and in it put two tablespoons of Multani mitti (Fuller’s earth) to it add two tablespoons of aloe vera, green cucumber juice, a few drops of rose water
- Mix all the ingredients well
- Apply on your face with the help of a brush or with the help of fingers
- Put on your face for 15-20 minutes
- Then wash it off with cool water or normal water
All the ingredients help in cleaning skin pores and then getting a refreshing and soothing effect onto one face. You can apply this mixture twice / thrice in a week.
4. Green Tea + Honey + Lemon Juice + Sugar Cooling Face Masks For Summer
- Take a bowl and put into it one tablespoon of green tea and to it add one tablespoon of honey, one tablespoon of lemon juice and two tablespoons of sugar
- Mix all the ingredients properly
- Apply this mixture onto your face and leave it to dray or wash it off after 15-20 minutes
- Then wash it off with cool water or normal water
Green tea is an ingredient that contains antioxidant which cleans your skin. Lemon juice helps in getting rid of acne and sugar help in the removal of dead cells and in cleansing the clogged pores. And honey is an ingredient that moisturizes your skin.
This mixture is one of the best packs to get rid of acne and other related skin problems. Apply it once in a week for better results.
5. Green Tea + Aloe Vera Juice + Green Cucumber Juice
- Take a bowl and in it put two pouches of green tea powder to it add one tablespoon of aloe vera juice, one tablespoon of green cucumber juice
- Mix all the ingredients well
- Put it on your face with the help of a brush as when you apply it your fingers it may forms lumps on your face so recommended applying with a brush
- Put it on for 20 minutes
- Then rinse off with cool or normal water
This pack gives you a cooling and refreshing effect on your face. The antioxidants in the green tea help in cleaning your face as well. Apply this mixture once or twice a week for better results.
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6. Banana + Honey + Curd + Green Cucumber
- Take a banana, peel it and mash it to make it as a paste
- Take a bowl and put in it the mashed banana and to it add one tablespoon of honey and one tablespoon of curd
- Mix all the ingredients properly
- Apply it on your face and leave it for 15 minutes
- Rinse it off with cool water or normal water
After applying it to your face, cut two slices of cucumber and put it on your eyes. Cucumber brings a cooling effect on your eyes. This mixture helps in getting removed oil on your face thereby cleaning your face also this mixture brings a refreshing and soothing effect to your face.
7. Rose Petals + Aloe Vera Gel + Multani Mitti (Fuller’s earth) + Neem Powder + Sandalwood Powder + Rice Flour + Curd
- Firstly, take a rose and pluck all the petals, clean them, and then grind the petals to it add one tablespoon of aloe vera gel and put it aside
- Now take a bowl and put the rose petal mixture to it add one tablespoon of Multani mitti (Fuller’s earth), one tablespoon of neem powder, one tablespoon of sandalwood powder, one tablespoon of rice flour, and two tablespoons of curd
- Mix all the ingredients well to get batter-like consistency
- Apply it on your with a brush or with your fingers
- Leave it on your face for about 15-20 minutes and then wash it off by scrubbing in a circular motion with cool water or normal water
This pack cleans and brings a refreshing feeling in summer. The best benefit of this pack is it is suitable for almost all skin types. Apply it once a week for better results. Enjoy these above cooling face masks for summer and stay refreshed. You can also use summer cool face packs available in the market if you don’t get much time to prepare the DIY masks.
STAY HEALTHY, STAY REFRESHED.
FAQs
What types of cooling face masks are available for the summer season?
There are a variety of cooling face masks available for the summer season, including cloth masks, disposable masks, cooling gel masks, and mesh masks.
Are cooling face masks effective in reducing the temperature around the face?
Yes, cooling face masks can be effective in reducing the temperature around the face. Some masks use cooling technology to create a cooler environment, while others use breathable materials such as mesh to reduce the temperature.
What are the benefits of wearing a cooling face mask in the summer season?
Wearing a cooling face mask in the summer season can help reduce the risk of skin irritation, sunburns, and overheating. It can also help to protect against airborne allergens and bacteria.
Are cooling face masks comfortable to wear?
Yes, most cooling face masks are designed to be comfortable to wear. Many use breathable materials such as mesh to keep the face cool and reduce the risk of skin irritation.
Do cooling face masks come in different sizes?
Yes, cooling face masks come in a variety of sizes to ensure the best possible fit.
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(Reviewed by Dr. Samiksha Rane)
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