10 DIY Banana face mask and face pack for instant glow

Bananas are truly awesome to treat any skin and hair problems. This delicious fruit has so many incredible properties to procure desired outcomes.

If your skin is dry, moisture-deprived and pigmented bananas are there for you to revive and bring back the glowing skin.

The banana face mask is rich in potassium, antioxidants, and fibre. With such amazing properties, banana face mask or face pack can nourish skin deeply and improve the skin texture. Not just these, bananas are also loaded with nutrients, vitamins, zinc and amino acids. A mix of all these elements is the reason why bananas are a perfect ingredient for face masks or packs. [1] [2] [3]

These divine properties of a banana face mask can also prevent dry skin, breakouts, acne, blemishes, and oily skin. In fact, a banana face mask is so beneficial for the skin to remove uneven skin tone and give smooth glowing skin. [4]

On the other hand, strawberries and papaya and other natural ingredients along with bananas can constitute a great face mask. That’s because Strawberries and Papaya also contain antioxidants, & vitamin C that pampers the skin, nourishes deeply and whitens the skin with a radiant glow.

 

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Banana face mask and face pack for an instant glow

1. Strawberry, Papaya and Banana face mask
2. Banana face mask for Acne
3. Banana face mask for Acne Scars
4. Face pack for Dry skin
5. Banana face mask for Bright skin
6. Banana face pack for a Dull complexion
7. Face pack for Oily skin
8. Banana face mask for Hyper Pigmentation
9. Banana face mask for Wrinkles
10. Banana face pack for Clear skin

 

 

1. Strawberry, Papaya and Banana face mask

As strawberries are enriched with vitamin C, they can be used to make amazing face masks. Strawberries that are acidic nature are effective to remove excess sebum on the skin. Also, it helps to nourish and revitalize your skin. The juice of strawberry is effective in whitening the skin. [5] On the other hand, papaya is a perfect fruit for those who want glowing skin. With antioxidants, papaya rejuvenates the skin by flushing out the toxins, dirt and excess oils. [6] Honey and Olive oil can act as great moisturisers for your skin as they possess antibacterial properties. This banana face mask can fight dry skin, acne, blemishes, pigmentation and oily skin. [7] [8]

Required Ingredients:

• Chunks of 1 ripe Banana
• 5-6 fresh Strawberries
• 1/4 slices of Papaya
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

 

 

Banana face mask recipe for glowing skin:

 

The process involved in making this pack is as simple as making a banana smoothie. You can also drink this mix by adding milk or water else you can just apply to your face. Initially, chop off a banana, half a papaya and five strawberries into slices. You can cut the fruits into dice or even large chunks. Take them into individual bowls.

Then drop each of the fruit slices into a blender. Blend them into a fine paste. Transfer the blended mix into another bowl. Now, add a tablespoon of Honey to the mix. Then add a tablespoon of Olive oil to the mixture. Lastly, blend, blend and blend the mix thoroughly.

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face pack all over your face with a brush
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and voila!

 

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2. Banana face mask for acne

A regular application of lemon juice will lighten dark spots and acne scars. Lemon juice has antibacterial and cleansing properties that help to clean the clogged pores which are filled with toxins, dirt, excess oils and dead skin cells. Therefore, lemon helps to clean the pores and give you a healthy skin by diminishing the skin problems such as acne. [9] Baking soda is a mild exfoliant and an excellent remedy to cure pimples, acne scars or blackheads. It also helps to unclog the pores and give healthy skin. [10] So, this banana face mask has a potential to soften your skin and also promote a healthy glowing skin.

Required Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp Mashed Banana
• 1/2 Tsp Lemon Juice
• 1/2 Tbsp Baking Soda

Banana face mask recipe for acne

Firstly, mash two bananas in a bowl into a smooth paste. Add a half tablespoon of lime juice and baking soda to the banana paste. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until they’re well combined.

 

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face pack all over your face with a brush
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and voila!

 

 

3. Banana face mask for acne scars

 

Lemon juice has antibacterial and antioxidant properties that can eliminate the dead skin cells and impurities from the clogged pores. When your pores are clean, you’ll never address a skin problem. [11] Besides, honey also has antibacterial properties which help to fade away the acne scars. [12] This banana face mask exfoliates and protects skin without causing any skin problems.

Required Ingredients:

• 1/2 Ripe Banana
• 1/2 Lemon juice
• Honey – 1 Tbsp

Banana face mask recipe for acne scars

In a bowl, add chunks of banana and mash it into a smooth paste. To that paste add a half tablespoon of lime juice and honey. Blend all the ingredients together until they’re well combined.

 

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face mask all over your face with a brush
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and voila!

 

 

4. Banana face mask for Dry skin

 

From back in the day, Olive oil has been used as a skin treatment to moisturise or nourish the dry skin. Olive oil is also an antioxidant, so it can prevent from UV rays and skin damage. [13] Also, Vitamin e has been used in many beauty products and treatments since ages since it protects the skin from damages. And it’s a vital antioxidant for maintaining healthy skin. [14]

Required Ingredients:

• 1/2 ripe Banana
• 1 Tbsp Olive oil
• 2 Vitamin E capsules

Banana face mask recipe for dry skin

Firstly, mash a half ripe banana into a smooth paste in a bowl. To that add a tablespoon of olive oil. Now, take 2 vitamin e capsules. Prick and open the capsules using a sterile safety pin. Squeeze out the oil from the capsule into the banana paste. Mix all the ingredients until they get combined well.

 

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face pack all over your face with a brush
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and voila!

 

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5. Banana face mask for Bright skin

The lactic acid in milk can reduce hyperpigmentation, hydrates skin, heals acne, brightens the skin and heals the dry skin. [15] Rosewater helps to maintain the pH balance and controls excess sebum production. Rosewater contains anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce acne and aid in enhancing the skin texture.

Required Ingredients:

• 1/2 ripe Banana
• 2 Tbsp Milk
• Few drops of Rosewater

Banana face mask recipe for bright skin

In a bowl, mash a half ripe banana into a smooth paste. To that add 2 tablespoons of milk and few drops of rose water. Blend all the ingredients into a smooth paste.

 

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face mask all over your face with a brush
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and voila!

 

 

6. Banana face pack for a dull complexion

 

Oatmeal is enriched with anti-oxidant properties which can undo the damage done to your skin because of pollution and UV rays. [16] This banana face mask with all other essential ingredients can fight pigmentation, acne and blemishes.

Required Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup rolled Oats
• 1/2 ripe Banana
• Honey – 1 Tbsp
• Lime juice – 1/2 Tbsp

Banana face pack recipe for dull complexion

Mash a half ripe banana in a bowl into a smooth paste. To that paste add all the other ingredients including the oatmeal. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

 

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face mask all over your face
• Scrub your face with circular motions for 3-5 minutes
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and pat dry

 

 

7. Banana face pack for Oily skin

As all the citrusy fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C, they have the capability to detoxify the skin by unclogging the skin pores filled with impurities. This banana face mask can fight free radicals responsible for oily skin. [17]

Required Ingredients:

• 1/2 ripe Banana
• 1 Tbsp Orange juice
• Freshly squeezed Lemon juice

Banana face pack recipe for oily skin

Mash a half banana using a fork in a bowl. Add a tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice and orange juice into the banana paste. Blend all the ingredients thoroughly until they get well combined.

 

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face pack all over your face
• Massage your face in circular motions for 3-5 minutes
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and pat dry

 

[Read more: Vitamin E capsules for skin whitening]

 

 

8. Banana face mask for Pigmentation

The three essential ingredients for bringing back the glow and reducing pigmentation are banana, milk and honey. The antibacterial and antioxidant properties in these natural ingredients can alleviate all the skin issues.

Required Ingredients:

• 1/2 ripe Banana
• 1 Tsp Milk
• Honey – 1 Tbsp

Banana face mask recipe for pigmentation

Mash a half banana using a fork in a bowl. Add a tablespoon of milk and honey to the banana paste. Blend all the ingredients thoroughly until they get well combined.

 

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face pack all over your face
• Massage your face in circular motions for 3-5 minutes
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and pat dry

 

 

9. Banana face mask for Wrinkles

 

Banana face mask with yoghurt and orange juice can be an anti-ageing face mask. They can reduce fine lines and wrinkles from forming. The lactic acid in yoghurt will flush out the toxins or dead skin cells and tighten the pores. [18]

Required Ingredients:

• 1 Tbsp Yoghurt
• 1/2 ripe Banana
• Fresh Orange juice

Banana face mask recipe for wrinkles

Mash a half banana using a fork in a bowl. Add a tablespoon of yoghurt and freshly squeezed juice of the orange to the banana paste. Blend all the ingredients thoroughly until they get well combined.

 

How to apply?

• Firstly lather your face with soap to wash off all the dirt or grime on face
• Pat dry your face and then apply steam to your face so that the pores will open
• Once again wash your face with lukewarm water
• Apply the banana face pack all over your face
• Massage your face in circular motions for 3-5 minutes
• Leave it on for 15 – 20 mins till it dries
• Then rinse it off with water and pat dry

 

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10. Banana face pack for Clear skin

 

Banana peel will hydrate and nourish the dehydrated skin. It can fight free radicals responsible for acne, blemishes, pigmentation, oily and dry skin. It’s a perfect moisturiser if your skin is peeling off or drying. Not just that, it can also exfoliate and protect the skin without causing premature ageing. Additionally, the banana peel can whiten and bring back the glow to your skin.

Required Ingredients:

• 1 Banana peel

How to apply?

Take a banana peel and rub it gently all over your face in circular motions. Rub for 2-3 times to form a layered mask. Let it sit on your face for 10-20 minutes and then rinse off.

 

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So, bananas are not just an incredible fruit, it also serves many beauty benefits in enhancing skin texture and giving an instant glow to the skin. Do try this Diy banana face mask and let us know your experience in the comment section below.

 

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