5 Budget-friendly D.I.Y Masks In The Comfort Of Your Home

D.I.Y masks are cheap, fun and easy to make! ✨ One of the best things about making your own masks is that you know what goes into them, perfect for those who have sensitive skin or those who are allergic to certain products.

Here are 5 different masks using natural ingredients for different skin types.

Read on to find out more!

#1 For oily skin type

Sebum is produced when you have enlarged pores and constantly using products that will reduce oil is NOT the way to achieve non-oily skin. Frequent usage of oil reducing products will strip your skin of moisture, resulting in it producing more sebum to overcompensate what was lost.

Instead, try out this oat mask to help reduce oil while retaining your skin's natural moisture.

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What you will need:
- 1 egg white
-1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp ground oats
- 1 tbsp plain yogurt

How to:
1. Combine half a cup of hot water with ground oats
2. Mix in honey, egg white and plain yogurt
3. Stir until you have a paste
4. Apply a thin layer, avoiding your eyes, leave on for 10 to 15 mins
5. Rinse off with water

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Egg whites and plain yogurt tightens pores while oats help to exfoliate. Honey soothes your skin, leaving it soft and bouncy.

#2 For acne-prone skin type

Many people suffer from acne-prone skin and it is not something to be embarrassed about! Try out this turmeric mask to soothe inflamed skin and prevent future breakouts.

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What you will need:
- Half tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp honey

How to:
1. Mix turmeric and honey together
2. Stir until you have a paste
3. Apply a thin layer, avoiding your eyes, leave on for 10 mins
4. Rinse off with water

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Turmeric is anti-inflammatory and a natural antiseptic which will help to keep bacteria from spreading.

#3 For dry skin type 

Nobody wants dry and flaky skin especially when dewy looking, healthy skin is the go-to look for everybody. Dry skin also causes fine lines and wrinkles to form, the horror! ?

Use this moisturising avocado ? mask once a week for ultimate hydration.

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What you will need:
- Half of an avocado
- 2 tbsp plain yogurt
- 1 tsp honey

How to:
1. Mix all ingredients together
2. Apply to face and neck (wrinkles form on necks too so don't neglect your it), leave on for 10 to 15 mins
3. Rinse off with water

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Avocado is rich in antioxidants and helps your skin cells fight toxins to stay hydrated.

#4 For combination skin type

Do you have an oily t-zone (forehead and chin) but dry skin on your cheeks? You probably have combination skin and this banana ? mask will help tackle your tricky skin situation!

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What you will need:
- Half a banana
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp ground oatmeal

How to:
1. Mash the banana until it's smooth
2. Mix in the honey and oats to create a paste
3. Apply a thin layer, avoiding your eyes, leave on for 10 to 15 mins
4. Rinse off with water

Bananas have both hydrating and oil control properties. It also deeply cleanses the skin's pores.

#5 For dull skin type

If you have dull skin and acne scars, this papaya mask will be your saviour! With frequent usage, it should help to lighten scars and brighten your skin.

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What you will need:
- Half a cup of papaya pieces
- 1 tsp honey

How to:
1. Mash the papaya pieces until it's smooth
2. Add honey and mix
3. Apply a thin layer, avoiding your eyes, leave on for about 20 mins
4. Rinse off with water

Which D.I.Y mask are you planning to try out soon? ? Share this post with a girlfriend who might need these! 

Text by: GirlStyle SG