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Glow Up or Fade Out: Your Ultimate Guide to DIY Face Masks

wellbeing

By Sophie B.

- Jul 10, 2025

As everyone's favorite frenemy, summer, rolls around, we're here to rescue that precious mug of yours from sun damage and the cruel wrath of incessant heat. We are all about the DIY life-getting that glow on from the fruits (and veggies) of your neighborhood grocery store or even your refrigerator. No shiny bottles of elusive elixirs, no sneaky packaging claiming to revolutionize your skin. Just good ol' Mother Nature's pantry doing its magic.

While affiliates go bananas over their endorsed brands (We see you, pretty vlogger lady, but No. More. Product. Plugs), we're taking the monetary-hit for the team and keeping it real-raw honey and lemon can be your new bffs rescuing your skin from dullness. Douse yourself in nature's own acids and enzymes, just remember to salvage some for that kiwi-strawberry punch you promised at your social distancing gala.

For skin suffering from the dry spell, the neighborhood's annoyingly healthy couple, avocado and yogurt, might have something other than running for no reason to boast about. Slap on that creamy-yogurt texture for a smoothie session on your face. It's all about healthy fats and lactic acid: a silent guarantee for dewy, well-nourished skin.

Claims of what cucumber and aloe vera can't do may just outnumber the lies on the internet (only slight exaggeration). This cool, refreshing duo is bound to take your skin's temperatures down a notch. Consider this your post-sunburn hug in a mask.

It's interesting when a delicious tropical fruit is more than just a means to an Instagram-worthy breakfast. Say hello to papaya, the enzymatic superstar that fuses with honey to give you an easy, homemade glow treatment.

Who would’ve guessed that a turmeric latte and your radiant face have something in common? Surprise-you can mix the golden spice with milk, and DAO-Dab On Acne. In addition to its culinary prowess, turmeric reduces pigmentation, zaps dark spots and will save you a visit to your pricey PhotoShop app.

Fancy some sugar with oil? No, we're not back on desserts, we're talking Coconut oil and sugar. This sweet combo can be the gentle exfoliator your skin's been screaming for. Moisture, lucidity, and all that jazz…check!

Green tea and honey-sounds like the self-care ritual you need right now? Wrong. This soothing fix is a potent skin-revitalizing concoction. Think theater mask but less horror movie and more rom-com glow.

For those prone to acne and dark spots, your skin’s paramedic team just arrived: Lemon combined with turmeric is an at-home spa special, sure to lighten scars and divert the acne apocalypse.

Love that chilling sensation of a cocktail on a humid day? Your face can join the party too. Mint combined with soothing aloe vera delivers a refreshing sensation akin to a Mojito on your skin… minus the hangover.

Bring on the strawberries. And the honey. Let's get it sweet, sticky, and glowing. This pairing is a natural antioxidant explosion that restores your skin's freshness and combats free radicals.

Yes, you heard it right. Oranges. And Yogurt. Weird combo but a classic case of ‘don’t knock it till you try it’. Say goodbye to pigmentation and backed-up pores; greet radiant skin with open arms instead.

Last but far from least, we've got our dear friend coconut oil joining forces with everyday spice turmeric to provide that deep moisturizing experience with a side of brightening benefits. The end result? An even complexion and a radiant hue that'll give the sunshine some serious competition.

Transform that sweaty, summery fiasco to a season of skin festivity with DIY masks that demand nothing fancy. Just your willingness to get your hands a little messy. Trust us, your skin will thank you!

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