Natural Clay, Oatmeal, and Raw Honey Face Mask
A gentle, nourishing DIY clay and oatmeal face mask with honey, perfect for dry and sensitive skin, giving a natural glow.
Equipment
- pestle and mortar, spice grinder, or mini coffee mill
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp cosmetic grade gentle clay (such as kaolin or French green clay)
- 1 Tbsp ground oatmeal
- ½ tsp ground lavender blossoms
- ½ tsp raw honey
- 1-2 Tbsps kefir
Instructions
- Grind the oatmeal: Crush the oatmeal as finely as possible using a pestle, spice grinder, or mini coffee mill. Set aside.
- Grind the lavender: Gently crush the dried lavender blossoms until fragrant.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the ground oatmeal, lavender, and clay.
- Add honey: Stir in raw honey until evenly distributed.
- Add kefir: Gradually add kefir until the mask is thick but spreadable.
- Apply and store: Spread onto clean skin. If too thick, add a little extra kefir. This batch makes about three applications. You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days.
Notes
- Instead of kefir, you could use yogurt or sour milk in this recipe.
- If you have oily skin, use bentonite clay in this recipe to make it more cleansing.
- Store any leftover mask in an airtight container in the fridge. Use within 3-5 days for the freshest, most nourishing results.