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Pumpkin masks are ideal for dull, tired skin, for facial coverings that are constantly exposed to external attacks, atmospheric influences, etc. A pumpkin mask refreshes, tones and rejuvenates.
What is the secret of the mask: beneficial effects on facial skin
The secret of the masks lies in the miraculous properties of the substances contained in pumpkin.
The following substances provide an excellent cosmetic effect:
- Carbohydrates. These components give the skin strength, energy and refreshment.
- Vitamin B1. Gives a strengthening effect, protects against negative impact sunlight.
- Vitamin B2. Protects the skin from the development of all kinds of inflammation.
- Vitamin RR. Gives skin freshness and radiance.
- Vitamin E. Rejuvenates.
- Starch. Gives a whitening effect, softens and rejuvenates.
Like this wonderful properties has a pumpkin-based mask. This mask can be used at any time of the year, as pumpkin is perfectly preserved whole year, and anyone can make a cosmetic product at home.
Pumpkin face mask: indications for use
Homemade pumpkin face masks are recommended for different skin types.
The indications that determine skin type are as follows:
- Dry skin will be perfectly moisturized.
- Oily epidermis will lose its excess shine.
- Irritated skin will become calm and fresh.
- Normal skin will receive the necessary nutrition.
- Problematic skin will become calmer, and areas of inflammation will begin to leave it.
- Sensitive skin will be protected from aggressive external influences.
Cosmetologists consider pumpkin to be the best antidepressant and tonic. It is pumpkin masks that enrich, nourish and saturate with the necessary vital energy. The pumpkin mask has no contraindications, but before use cosmetic product It’s better to try it on a hidden area of skin, such as the inside of your arm.
The best recipes: pumpkin mask for wrinkles
It would be wrong not to take advantage of the beneficial properties of pumpkin. However, cosmetologists recommend that before preparing a pumpkin mask at home, it’s true that you choose the “heroine” herself.
The pumpkin should not be very old and dry; it is better to take a fresh, juicy vegetable. In addition to the pumpkin itself, you should choose the right pumpkin mask, exactly the one that suits your specific skin type.
Below are recipes that are suitable for different type epidermis.
Tired skin
Different skin types
The honey-pumpkin mask recipe is suitable for all types of epidermis. To make it, take 3 tablespoons of boiled pumpkin pulp and mix with a spoonful of honey and 1 yolk.
Sunflower oil mask
Pumpkin mask with sunflower oil is perfect option to restore dry skin. To make it you will need to mix 2 tablespoons of boiled pumpkin with a spoon of sunflower oil.
Edema
A pumpkin mask with honey through gauze will help with swelling. To make it, boil the pumpkin for 10 minutes, mash it and add a spoonful of honey to 2 spoons. Cool, apply to face through gauze or bandage.
Pumpkin mask with yogurt
To make it, you need to mix a tablespoon of boiled pumpkin puree with a spoon of yogurt if the skin is normal, with a spoon of sour cream if the skin is oily or with a spoon of cream if the skin is dry. You need to add 3 drops of vitamin A to the resulting composition. The mask is ready.
Oily skin: pumpkin and protein mask
Protein-pumpkin mask is suitable for very oily skin. To make it, you need to mix the pulp of boiled pumpkin in the amount of a tablespoon with the same amount of protein.
Pumpkin + tomato
Another good option for oily epidermis is a tomato-pumpkin mask. It's easy to prepare. The raw pumpkin should be grated and a spoonful of this mixture should be mixed with a spoonful of flour, and 2 spoons should be added there. tomato juice and 1 tsp. lemon juice.
Problem skin
For problem skin A pumpkin mask with an apple works well. To make it, mix 2 tablespoons of raw grated pumpkin with a spoon of grated skinless apple and egg white.
Any type of epidermis: green tea mask
Pumpkin mask with green tea is suitable for all types of epidermis. To make it, you need to take 2 tablespoons of boiled chopped pumpkin and mix it with a spoon of honey and green tea in the same amount.
Anti-wrinkle mask
A pumpkin mask with egg and honey is perfect for fighting wrinkles. To make it you need to mix 50 grams. boiled chopped pumpkin, with yolk and 1 tsp. honey. The mask is ready; you should keep any mask for no more than 20 minutes.
This is how you can easily prepare a miraculous, healing mask from pumpkin. There is nothing complicated, anyone can do it, and the components used are the simplest. The most important thing is to find your recipe. By spending a little time, you can restore your skin, restore its beauty and health.
Pumpkin cosmetic masks for the eye area
All women become concerned with age fine wrinkles around eyes. To get rid of them, you should use pumpkin masks.
Cosmetologists offer several recipes for anti-aging masks around the eyes:
- Pumpkin anti-wrinkle mask. To make it, you need to take 2 tablespoons of boiled pumpkin puree and mix it with a spoonful of sour cream and 3 drops of vitamin A.
- Cucumber-pumpkin mask. To make it, you need to mix pumpkin pulp and cucumber pulp in equal proportions with a spoon of honey.
- Decoction of pumpkin seeds from wrinkles around the eyes. To make it, you need to carefully grind a glass of pumpkin seeds and pour a liter of boiling water over the mixture, put it on the fire, boil, remove from the stove and let it brew for about 3 hours. The resulting decoction can be sprayed onto the entire face, skin around the eyes, shoulders, and neck. The broth should be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 24-48 hours. This is how you can easily get rid of wrinkles that have just appeared.
Pumpkin has long been famous for its rejuvenating effect, but before using any mask, you should try it on a hidden area of the skin.
Useful pumpkin face masks: consumer reviews
Reviews of pumpkin masks prepared at home are almost always positive.
A negative reaction can occur for the following reasons:
- Poor quality ingredients selected;
- The recipe is broken;
- Application rules have been violated;
Rejuvenating mask from pumpkinsFor faces (video)
By following the rules you can achieve good effect. As women say, after a course of masks, the skin becomes lighter, more beautiful, and healthier.
Pumpkin is loved and respected not only by culinary specialists, but also by cosmetologists. This vegetable, amazing in its beauty and benefits, can be easily found in most supermarkets today. Harvesting occurs in autumn, but subject to the right conditions When stored, the pumpkin will remain quietly all year without losing its natural value. Thanks to its composition rich in vitamins, macro- and microelements, pumpkin has gained popularity in home cosmetology And folk medicine. And the variety of products and methods for caring for the face, body and hair is unusually large.
Useful properties of pumpkin for the health and beauty of skin and hair
The nutritional properties of pumpkin have been known to man since ancient times. The bright, dense pulp gives dishes not only unusual color and a sweetish taste, but also serves additional source fiber.
The beneficial effects of pumpkin on digestion - an indisputable fact, but it can bring no less benefits when used externally.
This “sunny vegetable” contains a large number of important and necessary for the skin and hair vitamins:
- A and E (affect metabolism, improve the condition of skin, hair, nails, have an anti-aging effect);
- B1 (protects skin from negative effects sun rays, has a beneficial effect on hair);
- B2 (reduces inflammation);
- B3 (stimulates collagen synthesis, improves skin protective functions, increases elasticity, moisturizes, tightens pores, brightens);
- B9 (improves cell regeneration, relieves irritation, helps fight acne, strengthens hair);
- C (promotes cell restoration, protects against UV rays, accelerates collagen production. Together with B vitamins, it fights the causes of acne);
- D (increases cell resistance to ultraviolet radiation, relieves irritation).
In home cosmetology, not only pumpkin pulp is successfully used, but also seeds, as well as pumpkin oil.
In addition to vitamins, pumpkin also contains a whole range of micro- and macroelements:
Table: chemical composition of pumpkin
| Macronutrients | Per 100 g of edible product | |
| Potassium, K | 204 mg | |
| Calcium, Ca | 25 mg | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 14 mg | |
| Sodium, Na | 4 mg | |
| Sera, S | 18 mg | |
| Phosphorus, Ph | 25 mg | |
| Chlorine, Cl | 19 mg | |
| Microelements | ||
| Iron, Fe | 0.4 mg | |
| Iodine, I | 1 mcg | |
| Cobalt, Co | 1 mcg | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.04 mg | |
| Copper, Cu | 180 mcg | |
| Fluorine, F | 86 mcg | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.24 mg |
The unique composition and anti-inflammatory properties that pumpkin has make it an invaluable assistant in the treatment of many skin diseases: eczema, psoriasis, acne, burns. Pumpkin cosmetics have a pronounced rejuvenating effect, tone and improve skin texture, smooth out fine wrinkles, relieve irritation and inflammation, eliminate dryness and flaking. Masks can also lighten age spots and freckles and are effective against hair loss and brittleness.
In home cosmetology, pumpkin is used as the main ingredient in the preparation of masks, creams, lotions and tonics. Pumpkin care products will bring particular benefits to your skin and hair during the winter and spring periods.
Women over 30 years old should take a closer look at this component. It is enough to make pumpkin masks 2 times a week to achieve a visible effect that is not inferior to the salon result. Depending on the additional components the mask can be nourishing, moisturizing, toning, cleansing. Ingredients should be selected taking into account your skin type.
Waste-free use of pumpkin in home cosmetology
Pumpkin is valued not only for its composition, but also for its versatility: all parts of the vegetable are used in recipes, with the possible exception of the peel.
Pumpkin pulp and juice
When preparing caring products, you can use either fresh pumpkin pulp and juice, or boiled or baked pulp.
Raw pumpkin, of course, has greater benefit. However, if the recipe calls for using pumpkin after heat treatment, the best option You can bake the pulp in the oven or steam it - this will preserve the maximum vitamins.
A good habit would be to daily wipe your face with fresh pumpkin juice or a piece of raw pumpkin. Experts also recommend freezing pumpkin juice and then using it as cosmetic ice.
When preparing masks, pumpkin pulp is usually grated on a fine grater or pureed using a blender. As in other vegetables and fruits orange color, pumpkin pulp contains beta-carotene, which is a powerful antioxidant. In addition, it contains a lot of pectins, which well moisturize the skin, and pumpkin scrubs can gently remove dead skin cells, cleansing and preparing the skin for further procedures.
Fresh pumpkin juice is perfect for restorative compresses and baths. It relieves swelling well and removes redness, quickly soothes the skin.
Pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds contain more than 40% fatty oil containing polyunsaturated fatty acids. The seeds, like the pulp, contain a large amount of zinc, which is famous for its ability to heal wounds and regulate the production of sebum. Crushed seeds can be combined with pulp and used as a body scrub, and masks with seeds help deal with age spots.
But The best way use the seeds - make oil from them.
Pumpkin oil
Pumpkin oil is essentially a concentrate of beneficial elements. It is known for antiseptic, wound healing and anti-inflammatory properties. When taken orally, the oil strengthens blood vessels and promotes growth. healthy hair and nails. It can be used for burns, poorly healing wounds, ulcers, herpes and cracked lips, dandruff and seborrhea. In home cosmetology, pumpkin seed oil is chosen to treat the scalp and strengthen hair. Good decision will add oil to the finished or homemade masks and creams, as well as compresses.
Cosmetic compositions for face care based on pumpkin
Using pumpkin products helps to significantly reduce expression wrinkles and prevent the appearance of new ones, relieves irritation, refreshes complexion, controls oiliness. Improvements will be noticeable from the first use. And regular “pumpkin therapy” allows you to achieve noticeable tightening, smoothing and brightening effects.
Universal mask made from boiled pumpkin
- 1 tbsp. l. mashed boiled pumpkin;
- 1 tbsp. l. kefir or sour cream.
Mix the ingredients well. Apply the composition to the skin with a brush and hold for 15 minutes. Gently clean your face with a cotton pad. It is enough to do this mask once every 5-7 days.
For masks, it is best to steam pumpkin pulp, this way more vitamins will be preserved.
Oil mask with raw pumpkin for youthful skin
- 150–200 g fresh pumpkin;
- 1 tsp each oils: burdock, castor, olive, almond, apricot, grape, jojoba and milk thistle.
Grate the pumpkin or chop it in a blender. Add oil, stir. Apply the mixture to your face and leave for 20 minutes. Carefully remove any remaining residue with a soft cloth or cotton pad and wash warm water. The mask can be done every 3-4 days.
Pumpkin juice compress for skin tone
Raw pumpkin is grated on a fine grater and the juice is squeezed out. Soak cheesecloth or cloth napkin. The compress is applied to the face, left for 20 minutes, then the skin is washed with cool water. The course consists of 15 procedures (2-3 compresses per week). This simple but effective compress will help even out your complexion and refresh your skin.
Mask for skin prone to oiliness and inflammation
- 1 tbsp. l. raw pumpkin pulp;
- 1 raw protein.
Mash the pumpkin and mix with the protein. Spread the mixture over the skin, leave for 15 minutes, wash your face with water. room temperature. This composition must be used every 2-3 days for a month.
Clay mask for acne, blackheads and enlarged pores
- 1 tbsp. l. clay;
- 2 tbsp. l. boiled pumpkin puree;
- 3–4 drops of antiseptic essential oil(mint, cloves, tea tree work well).
Dilute clay with 1 tbsp. l. boiled water. Add puree and selected oil, mix. Apply the mask evenly to the face, avoiding the area around the eyes. After 10–15 minutes, wash your face with warm water. It is enough to do the procedure once a week, or apply the mask as needed.
Mask with vitamins against age wrinkles
- 50 g boiled pumpkin puree;
- 1 tbsp. l. fat sour cream;
- vitamins A and E in liquid form.
Mix pumpkin puree with sour cream. Add 2 drops of each vitamin. Mix everything thoroughly and apply to the skin for 20–25 minutes. Rinse with warm water, after which you can rinse your face with mineral water (no need to dry with a towel, let the skin dry naturally). It is recommended to do the mask every 3-4 days for a month.
Pumpkin mask with honey for deeply nourishing facial skin
- 50 g fresh pumpkin pulp;
- 1 raw yolk;
- 1 tsp. melted honey;
- 1 tsp. cream
Boil the pumpkin in a small amount of milk until soft. Mash the prepared pumpkin directly in milk until it becomes a thick paste. Cool slightly and add yolk, honey, cream. Stir the mixture thoroughly and apply to the face. Action time - 15 minutes. It is best to do this mask before bed. Regularity of use - once a week.
Video: mask of pumpkin, yolk and honey
Mask made from raw pulp against acne and inflammation
- 1 tbsp. l. raw pulp;
- 1 tbsp. l. honey;
- 1 tbsp. l. brewing green tea
Mix the pulp with honey and tea leaves. Apply to face with a brush and leave for 20 minutes. Gently remove any remaining product with a cotton pad and wash your face. mineral water. Can be used every 2 days, the course consists of 10-15 masks.
Pumpkin seed mask against age spots
Peeled raw seeds are ground in a coffee grinder or using a mortar. Add honey, lemon juice and fermented milk product to choose from: kefir, yogurt, sour cream. The components are taken in equal proportions. You need to keep the mask on for 20 minutes. It is recommended to do the procedure no more often three times in Week.
Lotion for inflammation and acne
- 200 g fresh pumpkin pulp;
- 100 ml 70% alcohol.
A piece of pulp is crushed on a grater or blender and poured with alcohol. The container (preferably glass) is tightly closed and placed in a dark, cool place for 7–8 days. The mixture is then filtered and the resulting liquid is stored in the refrigerator. This lotion should be used morning and evening on areas prone to inflammation.
Seed toner for any skin type
- 50 peeled raw seeds;
- 200 ml water.
The seeds are crushed, poured with water and brought to a boil. Leave for at least 3 hours. The resulting infusion is filtered and used as a tonic 2-3 times a day. The infusion is stored in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days.
Pumpkin compress for eyelid skin
- 2 tbsp. l. boiled pumpkin puree;
- 1 tsp. pumpkin juice;
- 1 tsp. cucumber juice;
- 1 tsp. warm milk.
The components are mixed and then soaked in the mixture cotton pads, which are applied under the eyes for 15 minutes.
A compress with the addition of pumpkin juice and pulp helps get rid of signs of fatigue, remove swelling and dark circles.
Mask with pumpkin juice for cracked lips
- 50 ml pumpkin juice;
- 1 tsp. fat cottage cheese.
Mix cottage cheese and juice until smooth. Apply the product to the lips thin layer, leave for 10 minutes. Then you need to blot your lips with a napkin. It is recommended to do this mask up to 3-4 times a day.
Whitening scrub made from fresh pulp
- 2 tbsp. l. chopped oatmeal;
- 2 tbsp. l. honey;
- 100 g chopped fresh pumpkin;
- ½ tsp. lemon juice.
The ingredients are mixed and applied to the face with soft in a circular motion, hold for 10 minutes. Recommended use every week.
Pumpkin Sugar Scrub
The scrub can be used for any skin type.
- 3 tbsp. l. boiled pumpkin puree;
- 3 tbsp. l. fine cane sugar;
- 1 tsp. fatty vegetable oil (it is better to choose according to your skin type).
First, mix pumpkin puree and butter, and then add sugar. The scrub is applied to a damp face with delicate massage movements. You can leave it for 10 minutes. It is recommended to use this scrub every 7-9 days.
Seeds and pumpkin oil for beautiful hair - the best recipes
Homemade cosmetical tools with pumpkin soften and moisturize hair, help cope with fragility and hair loss, cure split ends, eliminate dandruff, and stimulate hair growth.
A universal way for beautiful and healthy hair is to rub pumpkin seed oil into the scalp before each wash.
You can use pumpkin seed oil in pure form, or you can make oil mixtures. To do this, pumpkin oil is usually mixed with other fatty vegetable oil (almond, castor, burdock, olive) in equal proportions. It is recommended to first rub such masks into the roots and then distribute along the length. Afterwards, you need to put on a plastic shower cap and wrap your head with a towel. The exposure time is at least 45–50 minutes, then the head is washed with shampoo.
Revitalizing balm for dry and damaged hair
To prepare the balm, take 4 parts pumpkin oil and 1 part burdock oil. Oil mixture You can warm it up a little (in a water bath), so nutrients will be able to penetrate deeper into the hair roots. Add 3 tbsp. l. kefir and the same amount of heavy cream, mix everything well. The resulting balm is gently rubbed into the scalp and evenly distributed along the length, after which it is advisable to insulate the head. Keep the mask on for 1–2 hours, then wash your hair with shampoo. For achievement maximum effect It is recommended to use the balm before each wash for 2-3 weeks.
Pumpkin seed mask to strengthen hair
Peeled raw seeds are crushed and mixed with water in a ratio of 1:10. The mass is rubbed into the hair roots. Exposure time 30 minutes. The mask is used once a week, washed off with shampoo. The same composition is used to combat dandruff: the mask is applied every 2-3 days until the symptoms disappear.
To enhance the effect of the anti-dandruff mask, experts recommend adding a few drops of essential oil to it. Eucalyptus, lavender or oil are best tea tree. You can use pumpkin oil as a base oil.
Nourishing oil mask for any hair type
- 1 cup raw grated pumpkin pulp;
- 1 tbsp. l. cold pressed olive oil;
- 1 tbsp. l. jojoba oils;
- 2 tbsp. l coconut oil.
All components are thoroughly mixed and applied to hair from roots to ends. The head is insulated and the mask is kept on for 20–25 minutes, after which the hair is washed with shampoo. The product can be used twice a week.
Masks and decongestant foot baths
Due to its pronounced softening and wound-healing effect, pumpkin is popular in the preparation of emollients for the feet. You can use both juice and pumpkin pulp. Such masks, baths and wraps relieve the feeling of fatigue, reduce swelling, soften even rough skin of the feet, and heal cracks.
Foot bath with pumpkin juice
Mix fresh pumpkin juice with moderately hot water in a 1:1 ratio. Immerse your feet in the water for 20–30 minutes. Dry your feet with a towel, apply foot cream, put on socks.
Pumpkin juice is also useful to add to body baths: you will need 1-2 glasses of juice per bath.
Softening foot bath made from boiled pulp
- 400 g boiled pumpkin puree;
- 60 ml corn oil;
- 30 ml sunflower oil.
Mix the oils and pumpkin until smooth. The mixture is stored in a cool, dark place. Before each use a small amount of The mass needs to be heated, put in a basin, and then lower your feet into it. Sit for 10–15 minutes. With weekly use, even very rough skin will become soft and pleasant to the touch.
Wrap with boiled pumpkin to relieve tired legs
- 1 cup puree from boiled pumpkin pulp;
- 1 raw egg;
- 1 tsp. honey.
Mix the ingredients, apply to your feet, and wrap in plastic wrap. Wait 30 minutes. Carry out the procedure if necessary.
Pumpkin-sea buckthorn mask for healing cracked heels
- 4 tbsp. l. fresh pumpkin juice;
- 1/2 cup warmed sea buckthorn oil.
Mix the ingredients, apply the resulting mixture to problem areas, and leave for 30 minutes. Wash your feet with soap. This mask must be used every day until the cracks heal.
Softening foot mask
Grind a small piece of fresh pumpkin pulp and combine in equal proportions with olive oil. Apply the mixture to steamed skin, wrap your feet with film, put on your socks and lie down for 35–40 minutes. It is enough to do the mask once a week.
Contraindications
A contraindication to the external use of pumpkin in any form or form is individual intolerance. Before use, be sure to do an allergy test: a drop of juice should be applied to your wrist or elbow. If after a while there is noticeable irritation or redness on the skin, it is better to stop using pumpkin for cosmetic purposes.
Masks made from raw pulp and fresh juice do not imply long-term storage: They must be used immediately after preparation. Products containing boiled pumpkin puree can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 3-4 days. If the consistency turns out to be too liquid, you can add a little starch to the product.
It is no coincidence that a bright pumpkin is found in many myths, fairy tales and legends - thanks to its beneficial properties, this vegetable heals the body from the inside and significantly improves appearance. Nutritionists advise including pumpkin dishes in your diet more often: it has a beneficial effect on digestion and has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin and hair. And using pumpkin in home cosmetology will preserve youth and protect the skin from premature fading. Pumpkin remedies are easy to prepare yourself, and the right care can replace expensive ones. salon treatments and significantly save your family budget.
Pumpkin, bright color autumn gives positive emotions, being a real antidepressant, and pumpkin face masks at home give the skin radiance and energy.
This vegetable is perfectly stored until spring, retaining a lot of beneficial substances: pumpkin has an excellent vitamin composition, high content of minerals and fiber.
What exactly are the benefits of pumpkin for the skin?
Pumpkin works great in cosmetology; recipes for masks made from it prolong the beauty of the skin for a long time, giving it youth - after all, the main element of the orange beauty is beta-carotene, the benefits of which everyone knows.
Possessing, thanks to starch, lightening properties, pumpkin helps get rid of age spots, and the contained vitamin B2 stops inflammation.
A daily ritual that will eliminate oily shine does not even require applying masks; it will be enough to wipe your face with a piece of pumpkin.
In addition, pumpkin is almost 90% water, so it is like no other natural product, can provide the necessary hydration to the skin.
The benefits of pumpkin are especially significant for aging skin: vitamins of this autumn vegetable They will erase wrinkles from the face, give it elasticity, and increase tone thanks to its excellent vitamin composition, especially vitamin E.
Pumpkin-based masks nourish the skin, solving unwanted problems associated with flaking and dryness.
What should you consider before undergoing cosmetic procedures?
Tips for using pumpkin face mask at home
- A pumpkin face mask at home will have the greatest effect if it is applied not only to skin that has been cleansed of cosmetics, but also to pre-steamed skin, so that all the beauty-beneficial substances work as effectively as possible.
But! For sensitive skin or prone to inflammation, steaming is prohibited.
- If the consistency of a pumpkin face mask at home is very liquid and spreads, then you can first apply the mixture to gauze and then put it on your face. Cover the top well with a warm towel.
- Pumpkin usually does not cause allergies, but it is still better to do a preliminary test before applying.
- They use both raw pumpkin pulp, which is ground in a blender or on a grater, and boiled pumpkin. If boiled pumpkin puree is required, this is indicated in the recipe.
To prepare the puree, you need to grate the peeled pumpkin and simmer a little:
in water – for oily, combination and normal skin;
in milk – for dry and aging skin.
Ratio 100 gr. pulp for 2 tbsp. liquids.
- Let me remind you that the exposure time of the mask does not exceed 15 minutes, unless otherwise noted in the recipe.
- Apply masks at intervals of once or twice every ten days.
- A pumpkin face mask at home is washed off with water and cream is applied to the skin.
Homemade pumpkin face masks
Universal
This smoothing out fine wrinkles and toning mask is suitable for any skin type and is an excellent replacement for expensive store-bought products.
- Pumpkin pulp (2 tbsp.);
- Egg yolk;
- Honey (one teaspoon).
The beneficial mixture nourishes demanding skin. The honey included in the composition will eliminate seasonal peeling and improve blood circulation.
Pumpkin face masks for dry skin
Pumpkin face mask, a recipe suitable for dry and aging skin
- Boiled pumpkin – 2 tbsp.
- Cottage cheese – 2 tbsp.
- Sour cream – 1 tbsp.
- Honey – 1 tsp.
Apply the mixture to your face and leave for about 15-20 minutes. Remove with a swab dipped in warm milk, finish the procedure by rinsing your face with cool water.
Pumpkin face mask for dry and sensitive skin
- Pumpkin boiled in milk - 3 tbsp.
- Egg yolk – 1 pc.
Mix ingredients, apply on 2 gauze wipes and leave on the skin of the face and neck for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Pumpkin face masks for oily skin
With protein
- Pumpkin boiled in water - 1 tbsp.
- Protein - from one egg
Mix the ingredients well and use it to eliminate greasy shine and drying problem skin.
With tomato juice
- Raw pumpkin - 1 tbsp.
- Flour - 1 tbsp.
- Lemon juice - 1 tsp.
- Tomato juice - 2 tsp.
Mix all ingredients and apply to oily skin.
Pumpkin masks for wrinkles
Pumpkin face mask for wrinkles with cream
- Boiled vegetable pulp (2 tbsp.),
- Vitamin A in oil (a few drops),
- Heavy cream (you can use sour cream) (1 tbsp.).
A homogeneous mixture is applied to a pre-moistened face; it also works well in the décolleté and neck area, tightening the skin and eliminating wrinkles. The standard application time can be increased to twenty minutes.
Pumpkin and oatmeal face mask for wrinkles
- Pumpkin pulp (one hundred grams),
- Lemon juice (half a teaspoon),
- Ground oatmeal and honey (a teaspoon each).
Thanks to the included lemon juice The mask will also brighten your facial skin, which is an added bonus. This thick mixture should be applied twice a week.
Anti-aging pumpkin face masks
Mask No. 1
Using yeast in the first mask magically will affect your skin. The beauty vitamins contained in them will even out your complexion. A vegetable oil will moisturize and nourish tired skin.
- Pumpkin pulp boiled in milk - 2 tbsp. l.
- Vegetable oil – 1 tsp.
- Dry yeast – 1 tsp.
Boil the crushed pumpkin mass in milk for no more than five minutes and mix with the rest of the ingredients. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, then apply to the face. The exposure time can be increased by five minutes.
Mask No. 2
The second mask will erase signs of fatigue and smooth out superficial wrinkles, and wheat flour will soften the skin and improve circulation to give the face a beautiful color.
Pumpkin juice is mixed with flour.
There are no proportions in this recipe; choose the consistency that suits you. It is desirable that such a mask does not flow, but lies plastically on the face.
Homemade pumpkin hair mask
Pumpkin is also universal in that from its pulp you can make pumpkin masks for hair, which will restore it, strengthen it and give it softness. After washing, the hair becomes silky to the touch, combs well and shines. Combination useful components, works no worse than expensive ones purchased masks, and the savings are quite noticeable.
Homemade pumpkin hair mask
- Pumpkin puree - half a glass,
- Oil (olive, almond, jojoba or coconut - any of your choice) - 2 tbsp. l.
A homogeneous mixture is applied to dry hair and covered with polyethylene for a period of 20 to 45 minutes.
Pumpkin masks for hair at home are made regularly; the composition of the oils can be changed each time. Oils nourish damaged curls, and pumpkin pulp strengthens them.
By adding a few drops of vitamin D to the mixture, the mask will become even more effective. The “sunshine” vitamin will help rapid growth hair and take care of their health.
However, we must warn you that it is not easy to rinse your hair the first time after using such a mask, and pumpkin pulp will remain in the bath, so be sure to use a strainer to drain.
By the way, if you don’t have the desire or time to apply such a mask, then regular pumpkin juice will help restore hair that needs nutrition. It is rubbed into the roots before washing the hair and left for half an hour. Frequent repetition of the procedure will transform weakened hair into a silky mane.
Pumpkin face and hair masks are easy to prepare, do not require large expenses, and the effect of their permanent use will pleasantly surprise you.
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