HOMEMADE PAPAYA FACE MASK

Papaya has many benefits to our health. Also, it is used in beauty aspects. Papaya contains a lot of papain—an enzyme (also known as papaya proteinase) helping to remove dead skin and control weight. Furthermore, vitamins A, E, and C are supportive in anti-aging, skin whitening, and moisturization. The following are some types of homemade papaya face masks that you can prepare easily.

HOMEMADE PAPAYA FACE MASKS

Dead skin removal

Method 1:

• Remove seeds of ripe papaya, smash (or grind) it, and apply on face.
• Massage skin in circles for 5 to 7 minutes.
• Clean your face with water.
• Apply routine skin care.

Method 2:

In addition to ripe papaya, you need other ingredients, including:

• 1 slice of ripe papaya + 2 soup spoons of yogurt (sugar-free).
• 1 soup spoon of pure honey + 1 teaspoon of rose water.
• 1 teaspoon of jojoba oil (optional) + 1 vitamin E pill.
• Mix all of those ingredients properly until the mixture becomes smooth.
• Apply the paste on your face and have a circulation massage gently for 5 to 7 minutes.
• Wash your face with water.
• Carry on your routine skin care.

Effect: This homemade papaya face mask helps remove dead skin, minimize the pores, and reduce freckles.

Acne treatment

There are some ways to prepare homemade papaya face masks for acne treatment, including:

Approach 1:

For this, you will need some fresh and dry leaves of papaya.

• Wash fresh and dry papaya leaves carefully.
• Grind them in a clean mixer or blender.
• Add some water to make a thick paste.
• Apply this mask to your face and keep it for 20 to 30 minutes.
• Wash your face with lukewarm water, then cold one to minimize the pores.

Effect: This homemade papaya face mask is beneficial to cure acne and moisturize the skin.

How to use homemade papaya face masks

Approach 2:

• Grind one slice of raw papaya with its seed in a mixer or blender.
• Cover the paste on your face, especially the areas of acne.
• Stay relaxed for 15 to 20 minutes, then wash your face with water.

Effect: This face mask helps remove blackheads.

Approach 3:

If you are in a rush to sleep, you can simply massage your face in circulations with slices of ripe papaya, especially on the areas of acne, for 5 to 7 minutes. After that, wash your face with water and apply daily skin care procedures.

Otherwise, you can prepare a simple papaya face mask as follows:

• Smash a slice of ripe papaya in a clean bowl.
• Add one teaspoon of lemon extract to smashed ripe papaya.
• Cover the paste on your face for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Clean the face with water.

Effect: relieve swelling and redness of pimples, prevent scars and darkness on skin.

Homemade papaya face pack for glowing skin

Skin whitening

If your skin color is not homogeneous or you have freckles, a homemade papaya face mask will help to improve and whitening your skin.

To use ripe papaya for skin whitening, you just need:

• 1/2 slice of ripe papaya; remove seeds
• 2 tablespoons of pureed honey

How to prepare and apply the mask:

• Grind papaya in a blender (or you can smash it with a spoon).
• Mix honey and papaya, then apply the mixture to your face.
• Stay relaxed completely, and wash your face with warm water after 15 to 20 minutes.
• Moisturize your skin.

Though it’s beneficial to use papaya for skin, something needs keeping in mind:

• Apply it maximum 3 times a week.
• Apply before bedtime for the best result.
• Avoid direct sunlight, and always protect your skin with sunscreen.
• Moisturizing your skin after covering the mask.
• Always wash your face and hands and brush before applying papaya for skin.
• Patience is required because they are natural care and treatment methods.
• Always pass a test before applying any new face masks to ensure they’re suitable for your skin.

I hope you can pocket those tips on how to use papaya for skin care. Or you can check other homemade face masks for your skin here.

Have you ever tried to use homemade papaya face masks? If yes, share your experience with us for an open discussion.

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