How can I make an avocado face mask?
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RealAge answered:Got an overripe avocado that never made it into your guacamole? Don't toss it -- here's a rescue recipe that's an instant spa treatment for your face:
- Mash half of a chilled, slightly overripe avocado with 1/2 tablespoon of honey -- a natural moisturizer and healer. "Then, using your hands, wash your face gently with a cleanser or mild soap," says Dr. Wechsler.
- Find a relaxing spot away from distractions, like phones and e-mail. Gently apply the avocado and honey mask to your face (avoiding your eyes), and lie down for 20 minutes to allow the mask to do its skin-restoration work.
- Rinse with warm water. Moisturize to seal in the goodness. Check out your radiant complexion -- it's your skin's way of thanking you.
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Got an overripe avocado that never made it into your guacamole? Don't toss it -- here's a rescue recipe that's an instant spa treatment for your face: Mash half of a chilled, slightly overripe avocado with 1/2 tablespoon of honey -- a natural... More -
Judy Caplan of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics answered:Avocado face masks are easy to make. Here is a quick moisturizing face mask recipe: Mash one ripe avocado into a medium sized bowl. Add 2 T. plain Greek yogurt. Mix well. On a clean face, pat the mask all over. Avoid your eyes. Let stay on your face for ten minutes. Follow mask with a facial scrub to remove any loosened dead cells.
Avocado face masks are easy to make. Here is a quick moisturizing face mask recipe: Mash one ripe avocado into a medium sized bowl. Add 2 T. plain Greek yogurt. Mix well. On a clean face, pat the mask all over. Avoid your eyes. Let stay on your face... More
