All that is really needed to make a yogurt face mask is a container of plain yogurt. Apply a layer to the face, let it sit for 15 or 20 minutes and rinse it off with warm water. Yogurt can be used alone or mixed with other ingredients to make a face mask that provides benefits to the skin.
Refreshes Skin
Yogurt contains lactic acid, which can help to exfoliate and smooth out the skin. Although commercial preparations contain other acids, yogurt can be a soothing substitute for sensitive skin. Leave the yogurt mask on 15 or 20 minutes to allow the acid to loosen dry and flaky skin and dissolve any debris that may be left in the pores.
Fights Blemishes
Yogurt is a natural anti-fungal and anti-bacterial. Mixed with lime juice--about 1 tbsp. per cup of yogurt--a yogurt face mask left on for 30 minutes can help clear up acne and tone the skin.
Soothe Sunburn
According to an article at the Cosmetic Surgery Directory, a yogurt face mask can soothe the redness and the pain associated with sunburn. For dry, sunburned skin, apply a mixture of 1 tbsp. of yogurt and 2 tsp. of honey to the face. Leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing off. The zinc in the yogurt will cool the burn and smooth the skin while yogurt's natural moisturizing properties will lock in the skin's natural hydration.
Tighten Pores
An oatmeal-yogurt face mask can help tighten pores. Mix 2 tbsp. of powdered oats with 2 tbsp. of plain, organic yogurt and refrigerate for several hours until the oatmeal absorbs some of the yogurt. Apply to clean skin and leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water.
Warning
Some people are allergic to yogurt. Burning or itching after applying a yogurt face mask indicates an allergic reaction to yogurt. Rinse the mask off immediately and don't use again. Seek medical attention if the itching continues.
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