If you want healthy skin that is free of wrinkles without using harsh chemicals, this fruit is the perfect option. Papaya is a completely safe and all-natural option that can be applied directly to your skin, or mixed with other ingredients before application.
While you can buy skin care products that contain papaya, it is so easy to make your own face mask. Depending on what properties you want your face mask to have, you can use the fruit combined with different ingredients. To make the process of choosing which mask to make a little easier, here is a list of 10 masks that contain papaya benefits.
10 AMAZING PAPAYA MASKS FOR GLOWING SKIN
1. HONEY, MILK, AND PAPAYA FACE MASK
If you are looking for a face mask that will bring softness and moisture to your face, this is the way to go. The fruit and honey both contain hydrating properties, while milk contains lactic acid which brightens your skin, reduces the appearance of acne, and evens out your skin tone.
Directions
• Cut the fruit in in half.
• Scoop out the insides, and then place the fruit into a blender.
• Puree the fruit.
• Place in a mixing bowl and add 2 teaspoons of milk and 1 tablespoon of honey.
• Mix the ingredients together and then apply it to your face and neck..
• Wash your face to remove dirt, oil, and makeup, and to open your pores.
• Apply it to your face, neck, and any other part of your body that you desire.
• Let the mixture dry and then leave it on your skin for 15 minutes.
• Use warm water to remove the mask, and then pat your skin dry.
2. TURMERIC AND FRUIT MASK
Turmeric has antimicrobial properties that encourage healthy skin that is wrinkle free. Combined with the fruit, it can work miracles on your skin.
Directions
• Put 1/2 cup of the fruit into a mixing bowl and mash it.
• Add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder.
• Mix the two ingredients together.
• Wash your face and any other skin that you want to apply the mask to.
• Put a thin layer of the fruit and turmeric mixture on your skin.
• Allow it to dry for 15 minutes.
• Wash the mask off with warm water.
• Rinse your skin with cold water to close the pores, and then pat your skin dry.
3. CUCUMBER AND FRUIT FACE MASK
This mask uses cucumbers, bananas, and papayas to soothe irritated or inflamed skin. It can help with sunburn or dry skin.
Directions
• Cut 1/2 of a cucumber into slices, but do not peel them.
• Place the cucumber slices into a blender.
• Put 1/4 cup of each fruit into the blender.
• Blend together until a smooth paste is created.
• Wash your skin with warm water before applying the mask.
• Apply the mixture and then let it dry for about 15 minutes.
• Using warm water, wash the mask off. You may have to gently scrub some off with a washcloth.
• Then, using cold water, rinse your face to close the pores.
4. SKIN MASK WITH EGG WHITES, HONEY, AND PAPAYAS
When combined, the ingredients in this face mask may shrink your pores, tighten your skin, and reverse signs of aging. It seems like this mask does it all.
Directions
• Place half a cup of the fruit into a mixing bowl and mash it up.
• Separately, place an egg white into a bowl and whip it.
• Add the egg to the fruit puree.
• Add 1 teaspoon of honey to the fruit and egg mixture.
• Mix the ingredients together well.
• Use warm water to wash any areas of your skin that you want to apply the mask to.
• Apply the mask and let it sit on your skin for 15 minutes.
• Use warm water to wash the mask off and, if you have to scrub, use a soft washcloth to rub gently in outward motions.
• After washing all of the mask off, splash your skin with cool water to close your pores.
5. CREAM, CLAY, AND FRUIT FACE MASK
This mask made of cream, white clay, and papayas can naturally exfoliate your skin while also tightening, stimulating circulation, and making your skin smooth.
Directions
• Measure 1/2 cup of the fruit and put it into a blender.
• Put 1/4 cup of some kind of cream (half and half, heavy cream, etc.)
• Mix in 1 tablespoon of white clay until the mixture becomes a paste.
• Apply the mask to the desired skin areas and leave it on for 15 minutes.
• Wash the mask off with warm water, then rinse your skin with cold water to close the pores.
6. FRUIT AND YOGURT FACE MASK
This mixture helps reverse the signs of aging by removing your wrinkles. It is very simple, as well.
Directions
• Mash the fruit.
• Mix the mashed fruit with yogurt.
• Wash your skin with warm water.
• Put the mixture on your skin and leave it on for 15 minutes.
• Wash your face with warm water to completely remove the mask.
• Splash your skin with cold water to close your pores and prevent buildup.
7. FACE MASK MADE FROM PAPAYAS AND AVOCADOS
You already know the benefits of the fruit, but in conjunction with avocado, you can also count on a more glowing complexion and better elasticity.
Directions
• Mash 1/2 cup of the fruit, and 1/2 cup of the avocado together in a bowl.
• Make sure they are completely combined.
• Wash your skin with warm water, and apply the face mask.
• Leave it on for 15 minutes.
• Using warm water, wash the mask off, and then rinse with cold water to close your pores.
8. ACNE TREATMENT WITH PAPAYAS, HONEY, AND LEMONS
When combined, these three ingredients can help treat acne by nourishing the skin, while killing microbes that cause acne. Additionally, this mixture can help regulate the pH balance of your skin, which helps with more balanced oil production.
Directions
• Mash 1/2 cup of fruit with 1 teaspoon of honey and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
• Wash your face with warm water.
• Put the mask on your skin in a thin layer and leave it for 15 minutes.
• Wash the mask off with warm water, and then rinse with cold water to close your pores.