If you don’t know already, mint leaves are the ultimate beauty mix for our skin. It can do wonders, particularly for oily skin. Let’s learn how to make a DIY face mask using mint to keep your acne at bay.
Mint is a holy grail for oily skin types because it fights off existing acne with its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, deep cleanses the skin, and makes it oil-free. Hence it prevents future acne from occurring. You can find similar effects by using store-bought skincare products and face masks containing mint leaves, but it is better to save your money and get better results by using fresh mint leaves.
For making a mint face mask for acne-prone skin, you will need mint paste. For making this paste, take a handful of fresh mint leaves and a little bit of water; blend it together until you get a thick paste. You will need 1 tablespoon of this paste. The rest of the ingredients will be:
- 1 tablespoon gram flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Add these ingredients to a bowl and mix them until a smooth paste is obtained. Apply it on your face, and don’t forget your neck. Apply it evenly and leave it for 20-30 minutes. Then rinse with plain water. You will see an instant reduction on your skin redness and oil production. So try this mask and enjoy your refreshing and clear skin.
Also read: Top 6 Homemade Mint Face Mask Recipes
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About the Author: Dr. Iqra Mubashar is a registered Pharmacist originally from Pakistan, Lahore. She has earned her pharmacy degree from the University of veterinary and animal sciences, Lahore. She has completed her internship as a trainee from Children hospital, Lahore. She has completed her research work in clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutics. She has worked as a healthcare documentation head in Al-Qasim enterprises, Islamabad. She has specialized in prescription handling, drugs information, literature research, patient counseling and pharmaceutical care plan. Her research work on coronavirus is under publication.
