Skin Care
DIY Face Mask Using Local Ingredients
Sometimes, the glow you’re looking for isn’t in that expensive skincare bottle it’s in your kitchen. That’s right. With a few local, everyday ingredients, you can whip up a face mask that leaves your skin feeling soft, fresh, and alive.
No chemicals. No complicated process. Just nature doing its thing.
Here’s a guide to making DIY face masks using ingredients that are easy to find in Nigeria and maybe already sitting in your fridge or pantry.
1. Honey & Turmeric Mask (For Brightening & Fading Dark Spots)
Why it works:
Honey is a natural humectant, it attracts moisture to your skin. Turmeric? That’s your glow plug. It fights inflammation and helps fade scars and spots.
How to use:
Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with a pinch of turmeric powder.
Apply to a clean face and leave on for 10–15 minutes.
Rinse off gently with warm water.
Tip: Use this once or twice a week. Be careful with the turmeric, it can stain your clothes (and your fingers).
2. Oats & Milk Mask (For Sensitive or Dry Skin)
Why it works:
Oats are calming and great for irritated skin. Milk contains lactic acid which gently exfoliates dead skin cells and smooths rough patches.
How to use:
Blend 2 tablespoons of oats (or use oat flour) with 1–2 tablespoons of raw milk to form a paste.
Apply and leave for 15–20 minutes.
Wash off in circular motions with lukewarm water.
Bonus: It leaves your skin feeling clean, soft, and baby-smooth.
3. Pawpaw & Lime Mask (For Glowing & Clear Skin)
Why it works:
Pawpaw contains natural enzymes that help clear dead skin cells and brighten your skin. Lime is rich in Vitamin C and great for oily skin (but use it in small quantities).
How to use
Mash a few chunks of ripe pawpaw
Add a few drops of fresh lime juice.
Apply and leave for 10–12 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly.
Caution: If you have sensitive skin, skip the lime or do a patch test first.
4. Egg White & Lemon Mask (For Tightening Pores and Oil Control)
Why it works:
Egg white helps tighten your skin and shrink large pores. Lemon helps cleanse and reduce oiliness.
How to use:
Separate one egg white and mix with a teaspoon of lemon juice.
Whisk until slightly foamy.
Apply with a cotton pad and leave on until it dries (about 10–15 minutes).
Rinse with cold water.
Warning: Avoid lemon if your skin reacts to acidic things.
General Tips for All Masks:
Always apply on a clean face. Dirty skin = blocked results.
Do a patch test if it’s your first time trying any of the ingredients.
Don’t overdo it. 1–2 times a week is enough.
Moisturize after masking. Your skin will drink it up.
Conclusion
Glowing skin doesn’t have to cost you your entire salary. With a little creativity and some love from local ingredients, your face can thank you without breaking the bank.
The best part? You know exactly what’s in your skincare, no hidden chemicals, just pure goodness.
So, next time your skin feels dull or tired, head to your kitchen. Your glow might be sitting in a bowl of oats or a spoon of honey.