12 Perfect Papaya Face Masks for Smooth and Glowing Skin

By- Samaira

Most of us have some skin issues, like dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, acne-prone, blemishes, pigmentation, enlarged pores, dark spots and so on. Who does not DESIRE a perfect smooth and glowing skin. I came across a few tips on how to use to make face mask with papaya for smooth and glowing skin and would like to share the same with you all. Do read on for details on how to make papaya face masks at home.

Benefits of Using Papaya in Face Mask:

Papaya has amazing properties. Rich in nutrients, vitamins A and C and minerals. The potassium present in papaya hydrates skin, removes dullness and dryness. Antioxidants help reduce formation of free radicals responsible for premature ageing. Flavonoids help increase collagen production in the skin, making skin younger, smoother and softer. Ripe papaya contains BHA (beta hydroxy acid),which acts as a mild exfoliator. It gently removes the top layer of dead skin cells and gives way to new younger looking skin. Helps clear dirt and grime, which can cause acne and breakouts. Papaya contains a special enzyme called pa-pain, which helps remove dead cells and other impurities present in the skin. It unclogs pores and removes excess sebum from the skin, which makes skin oily and prone to acne. Rich in healing enzymes, papaya can be also used to treat sunburns and soothe irritated skin. Papaya is useful to even skin tone by reducing dark spots and blemishes on the skin. Suitable for all skin types, very beneficial for the skin when used topically in the form of face mask.

Amazing Papaya Face Masks for Smooth and Glowing Skin

1. Papaya and Milk Face Mask:

If you have dry and pigmented skin, try this mask.Take four to six cubes of ripe papaya and mash into a paste. Add three to four spoons of raw cow milk and mix well to form a smooth paste. Apply this mask on a cleansed skin. Leave it for fifteen minutes and then using your damp hands start rubbing slowly and massaging in circular motions for a minute or two. Rinse nicely with water. However, if your skin is extremely dry or damaged you can opt for full cream milk.Raw milk has natural properties that help in lightening excess pigmentation on the skin. The nutrients present in milk also help in hydrating and nourishing the skin. Apply this mask once or twice a week. Makes skin fairer, brighter and gives a natural glow. However, if your skin is allergic to dairy products, you can skip this mask.

2. Papaya and Honey Face Mask:

Honey is a natural humectant and healer. Has mild bleaching and antibacterial properties.Clears your skin, making it smooth, fair and glow. Take four to six cubes of ripe papaya and mash to make a smooth paste. Add two spoons of honey to it and mix well. Apply the mask on your face. Leave it for ten to fifteen minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water. You can apply this mask once or twice a week. This mask made from papaya and honey will give you a clear, smooth and glowing skin.

3. Papaya and Aloe Vera Face Pack:

Aloe Vera is rich in vitamin E and has skin nourishing nutrients. It can heal and restore damaged skin. To prepare this mask, take two spoons of Aloe Vera gel (prepared from Aloe-Vera leaves) and mix it with two spoons of ripe papaya paste. Apply this mask on your face. Leave it for ten to fifteen minutes. Then rub your face lightly with damp hands and finally wash off with water and pat dry. Keeps your skin hydrated, heals and restores damaged skin.

4. Papaya, Cream and Honey Face Mask:

If you have extra dry skin, blemishes and dark spots you can try this hydrating mask. Take four to six cubes of ripe papaya and mash them nicely to make a paste. Add one spoon fresh cream and one spoon honey to this paste. Thoroughly mix all the ingredients to form a smooth paste. Apply this paste on your face. Leave it for fifteen minutes. Rinse thoroughly with water.Apply this mask once a week. Honey hydrates and provides moisture to dry skin, making it soft and supple and glow. Fresh cream brightens your skin and reduces blemishes and dark spots. Your facial skin will glow and feel smooth to touch. However, if your skin is allergic to dairy products, you can skip adding fresh cream. Substitute it with one more tablespoon of honey.

5. Papaya, Banana and Cucumber Face Mask:

If you have skin inflammation and irritation, you can try this soothing mask. Blend one fourth papaya, half cucumber and half banana together to form a smooth paste. Apply this mask on your face and leave it on for fifteen minutes. Rinse with water. Apply this mask once a week. Cucumber hydrates and soothes your skin. If you have skin inflammations or sun burn irritation, this pack will calm and soothe your skin. Cucumber evens out skin tone. Banana contains healthy fats that keep the skin soft and moisturized. It is also a good anti-ageing fruit that smooth-ens out wrinkles and makes your skin firm.

6. Papaya, Cucumber and Lemon Juice Mask:

If you have pimples and acne and your skin is inflamed, you can try this mask. Cucumber is very soothing for the skin and it helps in reducing the redness as well as the inflammation of pimples and acne. Lemon juice works as an astringent and helps in healing acne quickly. To prepare this mask use raw papaya. Take four cubes of raw papaya and blend to make a paste. Grate half cucumber and squeeze out the juice. Add three spoons of cucumber, juice and one spoon lemon juice to the raw papaya paste. Mix thoroughly to make a smooth paste. Apply it directly to the acne affected skin and leave it for ten minutes. Rinse nicely. However, if you have sensitive and dry skin which is intolerant to lemon, do not try this mask.

7. Papaya, Honey and Lemon Face Mask:

If you have oily, acne-prone skin or breakouts on your face, you can try this cleansing mask. Take four cubes of ripe papaya and mash them nicely to make a paste. Add one spoon honey, one spoon lemon juice and one spoon sandalwood powder or fuller’s earth (multani-mitti). Mix all the ingredients well, to make a soft paste. Apply this mask evenly on your face. Let it dry and rinse it with water. Apply this mask twice a week. Honey nourishes your skin, enzymes in papaya and lemon juice cleanses your skin, unclogs pores and kills acne-causing microbes. Helps control your skin’s pH balance and controls sebum production. This helps regulate the oil production in your skin. Sensitive skin types can skip this mask, if your sensitive skin is intolerant to lemon juice.

8. Papaya and Tomato Face Mask:

If you have combination skin or tanned skin, you can try this mask. Blend four cubes of ripe papaya and one tomato to make a smooth paste. Massage this mask on your face. Leave it on for fifteen minutes and then rinse thoroughly with water. Tomato has lycopene, an effective antioxidant and works best for removing tan. You can apply this mask once or twice a week.

9. Papaya and Egg White Face Mask:

If you have enlarged pores, you can try this pore tightening mask. Mash six cubes of ripe papaya. Take one egg white, whisk it nicely. Mix both well to make a paste. Apply this mask on your face. After fifteen minutes rinse it well with lukewarm water. Apply this mask once a week. Egg white contains skin tightening enzymes that shrinks the pores and minimizes their appearance. This mask also helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Skin feels firmer and younger.

10. Papaya and Orange Face Mask:

If you have oily skin, you can try this face mask.Take six cubes of ripe papaya and mash it well to make a paste. Squeeze juice from six pieces of orange and add it to the mashed papaya. Mix it thoroughly and apply this mask to your face. Leave it on for around fifteen minutes. Rinse off with water. Apply this mask twice a week. Orange is well suited for oily skin, it works as a natural astringent and helps reduce oil on the face. Orange juice and papaya both have skin brightening properties. This will reduce blemishes, spots, pigmentation and brighten your skin. Sensitive skin types, can do a test patch before applying all over the face.

11. Papaya And Lemon Face Mask:

You can try this skin brightening mask. Take six cubes of ripe papaya and mash it well. To this add one teaspoon lemon juice. Mix both well to make a paste. Apply this mask on your face and keep it on for 10 minutes, not more. Rinse with water.Apply this mask twice a week.Lemon is known for its skin brightening and bleaching properties, due to acids and vitamin C present in it.Vitamin C is also an antioxidant that prevents the formation of free radicals that cause skin ageing.Sensitive skin types can skip this mask, if your sensitive skin is intolerant to lemon juice.

12. Papaya And Turmeric Face Mask:

If you want to opt for a natural remedy to remove unwanted hair from your facial skin, you can try this mask. Mash four cubes of papaya to make a paste. To this add half teaspoon turmeric powder. Mix both well to make a paste. Apply this paste only on the area where hair grows. Let it dry completely. Then mildly and slowly scrub off the mask. Don’t be harsh. Rinse that area with cold water. Apply ice if necessary. You can try this once a week or once in two weeks. The enzymes present in papaya loosen the hair follicles, making it easy to remove unwanted hair with the scrubbing action used to take off the mask. Turmeric keeps the follicles from getting infected with antimicrobial properties. Sensitive skin types can skip this mask, especially if your skin is intolerant to turmeric.

Hope the above compilation is helpful to you all. Thanks for reading!

28 Beauty Tips and Tricks Every Woman Needs to Know

By- Samaira

In this post, I am sharing some handy and easy beauty tips and tricks I came across. Do read on for details on same.

1. Lip Balm To Tame Eyebrows:

You can use a wax based balm to shape and tame your eyebrows. It will keep them in shape and in place all day long.

2. Eyeliner To Fill In A Bold Brow:

You can use eyeliner pencil to fill in your brows with mild strokes. But make sure to use a lighter hand than what you do with a regular eyebrow pencil.

3. Eye shadow Stick As Liner:

Eye shadow stick can be used as eye shadow as well as eyeliner. Use eye shadow stick to give a classic smoky effect to your eyes.

4. Give A Fresh And Awake Look To Your Eyes:

You can instantly brighten your eyes, make them look wider and more awake. Apply a nude eyeliner pencil to your lower waterline. The muted neutral shade is less harsh than the usual white eyeliner. You can also dab a shimmery neutral shadow or highlighter shadow onto the inner corners of your eyes. This will not only make you eyes sparkle but also give that wide awake look to your eyes.

5. Make Your Lashes Look Fuller And Darker:

A quick way to add depth to your eyes without using eyeliner is mascara stamping. Gently press your mascara against the underside of your lashes to give them a fuller and darker look.

6. Enhance Your Eye Lashes:

You can use loose translucent powder to enhance your lashes. Try fluffing on a little translucent loose powder between layers of mascara, to add thickness and length.

7. Remove Mascara Smudge With A Makeup Brush:

Nothing is more frustrating than getting a mascara smudge on your eyes just after finishing your eye makeup. Don’t try to wipe it with your finger or remove the whole eye makeup and start all over again. Instead, you can take a small concealer brush and dip it in a soft mi-cellar water to remove the smudge without ruining your eye shadow or liner.

8. Substitute Brown Eye shadow As Bronzer And Vice Versa:

You can substitute brown eye shadows for bronzers and vice versa, if you happen to run out of either.

9. Powder Blushes To Cream Blushes:

You can add aquaphor to powder blushes to convert them into cream blushes.

10. Apply Blush According To Your Face Shape:

When applying blush, use your cheek bone structure as your guide, it will give you the most flattering look.

11. Dewy Glow On Cheeks:

 Apply Vaseline to create a dewy glow on your cheeks. Rub it on cheekbones, for a natural dewy glow.

12. Create A Dewy Glow On Your Face:

You can create a dewy glow by mixing your moisturizer with your foundation. This will give a dewy glow to your facial skin.

13. Use Highlighter To Get Dewy Glow:

You can get a dewy glow by using a highlighter or illuminator above your cheekbones and on the brow bone, just underneath your eyebrows.

14. Contour Cheeks With Matte Powder:

To contour cheeks, use a matte powder, a few shades darker than your skin tone with an angled brush. Blend on temples and under cheek bone.

15. Translucent Loose Powder To Fix Cream Blush / Eyeshadow:

You can apply loose translucent loose powder over your cream blush and eye shadow to fix or lock it. Thus making it last longer.

16. Use Face Gloss For A Natural Looking Highlight:

Tired of your typical highlighter? Try face gloss! Rather than contouring your face, all you need to do is dab a little light reflecting face gloss along the tops of your cheekbones, on your brow bones and in the center of your lips.

17. Make Your Own Lip Tint:

You can mix eye shadow or blush with Vaseline or clear lip gloss to make your own lip tint at home.

18. To Make Lipstick Matte:

You can make any lipstick matte with translucent loose powder and / or a tissue. After applying your lipstick, mildly press the tissue in between your lips, this will take away the excess oil and shine making your lipstick matte. Another option is to mildly pat translucent loose powder directly on your lips, this loose powder will soak the oil and shine, making your lipstick matte. You can use both together to make your lipstick matte, apply some translucent loose powder on a tissue, shake off the excess and then mildly pat it all over your lips.

19. Lip liner To Make Lipstick Last Longer:

You can make your lipstick last longer by filling in your lips with lip liner before applying lipstick. Use a shade lighter or closer to your lipstick shade.

20. Prevent Lipstick From Feathering Or Bleeding:

You can apply highlighter or concealer around your lips. This will prevent lipstick from bleeding or feathering. You can also use a color less lip liner to prevent your lipstick from smearing or spreading. Another option is to set it with translucent powder. No need to put translucent powder directly on your lips. Instead use a tissue as a blotter, so the right amount of powder accesses your pout.After applying lipstick, mildly put the tissue on your lips and then using a brush tap the translucent powder all over the tissue on your lips. The tissue allows only the right amount of powder required to fix your lipstick, this will not only make your lip color matte but prevent from spreading.

21. Highlighter To Create A Big Pout:

Applying highlighter above the cupid’s bow, gives an illusion of fuller and poutier lips.

22. Make Your Own Nail Polish:

You can combine clear nail polish with old or broken eye shadow or blush to make your own custom nail color.

23. Dip Nails In A Bowl Of Ice:

If you want your nail polish to dry quickly, you can dip your painted nails in a bowl of ice cold water to dry faster.

24. Hide Polish Chips With Textured Polish:

When a nail paint chips, instead of removing the polish and reapplying, you can apply a coat of sparkle / shimmer nail polish over your current color. This will not only cover up the chipped polish, but also give a sparkle shine to your nails.

25. Steam Nails For A Matte Look:

Try this if you haven’t. Apply two coats of glossy nail polish. While they’re still wet, hold your nails about five inches above steam coming from boiling water. Watch the magic happen; glossy painted nails will turn matte.

26. Manicure or Pedicure Mess Free:

You can keep your manicure or pedicure mess free by applying Vaseline or aquaphor on the skin around your nails.

27. Conditioner To Shave Legs:

You can use conditioner instead of shaving cream. This will keep your legs smooth and hydrated.

28. Make Perfume Last Longer:

If you want yo make your perfume last longer, apply Vaseline on the pulse points before spraying your perfume. This will make your scent adhere to your skincare and also last longer.

Hope the above beauty tips and tricks are of some use to you All. Thanks for reading!

Banana Hair Mask for Dry and Dull Hair

Banana Hair Mask for Dry and Dull Hair

by- Samaira

In this post, I am sharing with you all do it yourself banana hair mask for dry and dull hair. If you dry and dull hair and want to try a home remedy, do read on for more details.

Causes of Dry and Dull Hair:

There are several reasons for dry and dull hair like deficiency of vitamins, unhealthy eating habits, lack of nutrition, lack of moisture, not drinking enough water, washing hair with hot water, blow drying, coloring, etc. Chemically treated hair tend to become dry and dull over a period of time. Exposure to very hot or very cold weather can make hair dry and dull. Not taking proper care of hair using the wrong hair products can also lead to hair drying and dulling. Pollution, stress and exposure to sun, ultra violet rays, air conditioners can also make hair dull and dry.

Benefits of Banana Hair Mask:

Banana is loaded with moisture and can provide ample of hydration to your hair. It is rich in potassium, antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium and protein, which can nourish and restore your hair back to health. Banana hair mask helps to deep condition hair and hydrate each and every strand. It makes hair soft, silky and shiny. It also aids hair growth. It helps to tame frizzy hair. Reduces split ends, adding elasticity and manageability. Helps get rid of dandruff and scalp dryness. Banana hair mask is incredibly moisturizing and one of the best remedy for dry and dull hair!

Ingredients Required To Prepare Banana Hair Mask:

• One ripe banana ( You can use two ripe bananas if you have long hair)
• One tablespoon olive oil ( I have used extra virgin olive oil)
• One tablespoon almond oil ( I have used Forest Essentials cold pressed organic virgin almond oil)
• One tablespoon honey (I have used organic honey from Kottakal Ayurveda)
• Two tablespoons full-fat milk (You can use one tablespoon cream or two tablespoons fresh coconut milk instead of full fat milk. I have used full fat but toned milk).
• One full egg (I have used farm egg)

Please note that the above measurements are for shoulder to mid-length hair, however, if you have long hair, you can use two ripe bananas and accordingly increase the quantity of one tablespoon honey and almond or olive oil to two tablespoons. My hair is shoulder length and this mask is more than enough for me. If you want to make the consistency of the mask a bit thicker, add cream instead of milk or just add one tablespoon milk. I have also shown the tablespoon I have used in my pictures.

How To Prepare Banana Hair Mask:

Step 1: Assemble all the ingredients required, so that you do not miss out anything.

Step 2: In a bowl or a soup plate, take one ripe banana and slice it in to small pieces. Then using a fork, mash the banana nicely to make a puree.

Step 3: To this banana puree, add one egg white and yolk, add one tablespoon honey, one tablespoon olive oil, one tablespoon almond oil, two tablespoons spoons full fat milk.

Step 4: Blend all the ingredients nicely and make sure no chunks are left. Your hair mask is ready to apply.

How To Apply Banana Hair Mask:

Partition your hair nicely and start applying the mask from roots and work towards the strands. Try to apply on all the strands and make sure you have applied all over your scalp and hair. You can tie your hair into a loose bun or clip it up with a banana clip. Some of the mask may leak from your hair strands, for this you can use a shower cap to cover your hair after applying the mask. Then cover your head with an old towel for additional warmth and protection. You can leave this mask on your hair for fifteen to thirty minutes. Rinse your hair thoroughly with lukewarm water. Follow up with a mild shampoo to cleanse your hair nicely. I prefer to use a mild / scalp shampoo without sulphate to wash my hair, after this mask. You can skip using conditioner, since your hair is already preconditioned. Let your hair dry naturally and touch them to feel the difference. You can use this mask once or twice a week.

Hope the above information is useful to you all. Thanks for reading!