7 DIY face masks

Try to use organic ingredients whenever possible, as the skin on your face is thinner than other parts of your body and can soak up toxins much more easily. For mask recipes that require honey, vegans can either substitute a little bit of pureed banana, or just omit it. When it’s time to wash the mask off, be sure to put a strainer in your sink or shower drain to catch large particles: you don’t want to clog your drains.

Winter weather isn’t kind to skin. Snow and hail lash into sensitive cheeks and foreheads, cold winds chafe at us, and indoor heating systems leave us flaky, dry, and itchy. Though the rest of our bodies stay protected (if somewhat neglected) by clothing during the cold months, our faces bear the brunt of all that ugly weather each and every day. As you switch up your personal care routine in preparation for the warmer months just around the corner, don’t forget to pamper that gorgeous part of you that greets the world each and every day: your face. Keep reading for seven simple face masks that you can make at home.