For more than 4,000 years, the oblong citrus fruit has been known in the world, which the ancient Romans called the golden apple, widely using it in medicine and cosmetology. We are talking about lemon: it contains many beneficial substances that provide comprehensive skin care for all types. A lemon mask smoothes and cleanses it, improves complexion. Depending on the condition of the skin and the tasks being solved, additional ingredients are added to the masks.
What are the benefits of lemon for the face?
Lemon is a powerful home remedy. It whitens, reduces fat, and prolongs youth. What other benefits are face masks with lemon?
- antibacterial effect
- eliminates dead cells
- stimulates regeneration, nutrition, collagen production
- energizes
- acts as an antioxidant
- tightens pores
- increases elasticity and firmness
Lemon is clearly not a remedy for daily use. Masks with it are used 1-2 times a week. It helps in care, but as a primary remedy.
Indications
You can and should use lemon masks not only against acne and for whitening your face. They will also be useful for:
- constant greasy shine;
- loss of skin tone and elasticity;
- the appearance of signs of photoaging;
- multiple small wrinkles;
- freckles and chloasmas;
- unhealthy or dull complexion;
- tired and loss of elasticity skin;
- small and subcutaneous pimples;
- non-inflammatory acne;
- heavily contaminated pores.
As you can see, the mask can become universal if you choose the right additional ingredients and soften its aggressive effect on the skin.
Attention! Precautionary measures
Lemon face masks are good for oily and problematic skin . Use with caution and with moisturizing components for dry and age-related skin. take special care with lemon juice and dilute it with water 1:3.
- Do not use if damaged, scratched or wounded.
- It is recommended to use lemon products before bed. Or apply sunscreen before going out into the sun.
- It is not recommended to apply pure lemon juice to your face.
- Before using any recipe, do a sensitivity test. Place a small amount on the crook of your elbow and evaluate the reaction.
Concentration is very individual, so watch your reaction. If you don’t want to completely give up lemon in homemade cosmetics, reduce its share in the recipe.
Honey
Against inflammatory processes, signs of wilting, and wrinkles, it is recommended to carry out manipulations at home using honey masks.
Step by step recipe:
- Send honey (20 g) to a steam bath, heat it, if there are sugar crystals, make sure they melt completely.
- Grind the protein into foam, combine with squeezed citrus juice (10 ml is enough).
- Combine all ingredients and mix.
Apply the composition in an even layer, wait 15-17 minutes, remove with a cotton pad. It is recommended to soak the sponge in a herbal decoction (brew 15-18 grams of chamomile flowers with 200 ml of boiling water).
Whitening face masks with lemon
Lemon based facial home remedies provide noticeable results with regular use. Natural remedies act gradually, so you shouldn’t expect your skin to lighten several tones after the first use. It is not recommended to apply pure lemon juice. Only diluted or with other components.
Cucumber and lemon
It's more of a toner than a mask. Daily use will noticeably lighten the dermis after 5-7 days. After which you can continue to use it or take a break. After use, do not forget about moisturizer. This will help prevent excessive dryness.
- cucumber and lemon juice 3:1
For sensitive and dry skin, you can increase the amount of cucumber. The composition is stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.
Honey and lemon
For aging skin, a recipe made from honey and lemon is suitable. The composition will help with pigmentation and even out tone.
- 1 to 3 lemon juice and liquid honey
Before use, make sure you are not allergic to honey. Apply the product to an inconspicuous area of skin. The crook of your elbow will do. After evaluating the result, decide whether it is possible for you to use the recipe.
Egg and lemon
Face masks with lemon and egg help with age-related changes. Gentle nutrition and whitening will give use 1-2 times a week.
- egg, teaspoon fresh juice
Beat the egg, add lemon. Mix and apply with a brush to cleansed face. It's best to do it before bed. The optimal time is 15 minutes. Wash off with water. We evaluate the result and apply a nourishing cream.
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Clay, lemon, aloe
Blue cosmetic clay is famous for its whitening properties . You can add lemon to a ready-made store-bought mask or mix it yourself. Use milk as a base for dry skin, mineral water for oily skin, and herbal decoctions for normal skin.
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Ice
Ice cubes with lemon juice have brightening and cleansing properties. To prepare, dilute lemon juice 1:4 with filtered water and pour into molds. Can be used every day. Temperature changes also help in the fight against aging. Increasing the elasticity of the skin.
Smetannaya
Sour cream will help whiten, eliminate redness or pigmentation, and forget about dryness and flaking for a long time. There is everything here to simultaneously saturate the epidermal cells with useful substances and restore a healthy glow.
Preparation:
- Chop several lemon slices into a paste and squeeze out the liquid through a gauze cloth.
- Leave the homemade fermented milk product (15-20 g) at room temperature for half an hour.
- Combine the liquid squeezed from lemon pulp, sour cream, pour in 3-6 drops of ether (ylang-ylang, sandalwood).
The duration of exposure to a homemade mask is no more than 15 minutes. If unpleasant discomfort is a concern, it is recommended to remove the composition earlier.
Face masks with lemon for acne
Lemon shows high antibacterial properties. Dries and tightens pores. Therefore, face masks with lemon are useful as an aid.
Lemon + clay
Clay – perfectly cleanses the skin. Suitable for all ages. Relieves inflammation and prevents the appearance of new ones.
- Mix the clay with water and add tsp. lemon juice
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Soda and lemon face mask
Mix 2 tablespoons each. soda and water, add a teaspoon of lemon. You should get a paste. We use it as a scrub. Massage for 2-3 minutes. Or just use it as a mask for 3-5 minutes. Cleansing, normalizing sebum production, narrowing pores. Scrubbing removes blackheads and provides deep cleansing.
Aloe and lemon
Aloe, thanks to the active biological elements and organic acids in its composition, gives
- cleansing,
- relieving redness and inflammation
- accelerates cell regeneration and renewal
Lemon juice helps it penetrate deeper and enhances its properties. Due to ascorbic acid. You can make a tonic from them:
- aloe gel – 2-3 tablespoons, lemon juice – 1 tsp.
Make a mask:
- aloe gel – 2 tbsp, potato starch – 1 tbsp, lemon juice – 0.5 tsp.
Starch also helps prevent pimples and inflammation. Keep it for 10-15 minutes.
Protein and lemon
- 1 chicken protein, 0.5 tsp. juice l.
Mix. Beat the whites into foam. We apply. Place a paper napkin on top. It is recommended to apply with a brush to selected areas and on a napkin on top. We wait until it dries completely and turns into a crust. We remove it like a film mask. Rinse your face with water or broth. What gives? – Cleanses pores, pulls out blackheads. Nourishes and does not make you greasy. Suitable for aging skin.
Be careful. The presence of wounds will make the effect of lemon more intense and may cause additional irritation.
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Compound
The well-known citric acid was indeed first obtained from lemon.
It belongs to AHA acids and has beneficial properties for the skin. Therefore, it is also widely used in professional cosmetology, including chemical peelings. Lemon ranks high among fruits in terms of vitamin C content. This powerful natural antioxidant slows down the aging process, gives the face a healthy glow and a fresh look.
The high effectiveness of lemon procedures is ensured by other useful components that make up this citrus:
- malic acid – acts as a mild exfoliant, exfoliating dead skin cells;
- vitamins B1, B2 and P – smooth the skin, increase its turgor, prevent the formation of wrinkles;
- phytoncides – natural antiseptics that act antibacterial and anti-inflammatory;
- flavonoids – neutralize the negative effects of free radicals, protect the face from ultraviolet radiation;
- limonene – gives citrus a characteristic aroma and perfectly dissolves fat.
The skin and leaves of the fruit contain beneficial essential oil. It kills fungi and pathogenic microorganisms, and also promotes the healing of wounds and microcracks.
Anti-age face masks with lemon
Face masks with lemon help maintain youth and beauty. Renew cells, nourish and smooth out wrinkles. What kind of recipes are these?
Sour cream and lemon
Sour cream is a source of vitamin B, proteins and fats. Lemon – antioxidants and vitamin C. Together they provide tightening, whitening, nutrition.
- for 2 tbsp. sour cream, 1 tsp. juice
Keep it on for up to 20 minutes. Wash off with water. We evaluate the effect and apply moisturizer. By the way, if you miss wearing a mask, write a comment)
Egg, honey, lemon
A chic set for aging skin. Vitamins, minerals, active plant and animal compounds.
- The egg must be beaten well, add a teaspoon. spoon of honey and lemon
It is convenient to apply with a brush. Keep it on for 20 minutes. Wash off with running water. The effect is velvety, firm, healthy color.
Clay, oil, lemon
Dilute lemon juice in water (1 to 4). Mix the clay 1 to 1. Add a teaspoon. almond oil Apply for 10 minutes. We wash it off. This oil contains fatty acids that help moisturize and smooth out wrinkles.
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Kefir and lemon
Kefir, like sour cream, contains vitamin B and proteins. The recipe is more suitable for oily dermis. Mix the ingredients 3 to 1 and apply with a brush. To prevent the mask from leaking, place a paper napkin on top. 15 minutes is enough to moisturize and nourish.
Parsley and lemon face mask
Parsley, especially its decoction, gives the skin the necessary nutrition. Together with lemon, it receives a nutritious mixture. Brew parsley like tea leaves. 1-2 tsp. half a glass of dry herbs. Pour 2 tablespoons of the resulting broth. with a heap of regular oatmeal. Let it brew for a quarter of an hour. Add a teaspoon of lemon. Apply as a mask for 20 minutes. Oatmeal has smoothing properties and makes wrinkles less noticeable.
Lemon face masks are an excellent alternative to store-bought products. Of course, if you are not allergic to this natural remedy. Take precautions, choose a recipe to solve your problem, and the result will not be long in coming. Have you tried it? Write a review. We are interested in your opinion!
Recipes for treating pimples and blackheads
Oily or mixed type
Lotion with vodka and witch hazel. To prepare you need to take:
- 20 milliliters of vodka (without additives);
- 20 milliliters of lemon juice;
- 30 milliliters of still water;
- 30 milliliters of witch hazel infusion.
First you need to make an infusion.
To do this, dry crushed witch hazel leaves are placed in a small enamel bowl. It is placed on low heat, and after 3-4 minutes it is removed, and the broth is filtered through cheesecloth.
Vodka, water, juice are poured into the infusion. The prepared lotion is used to wipe the epidermis twice a day.
Sea salt mixture. Have to take:
- sea salt 15 grams;
- freshly squeezed juice - 15 milliliters.
Salt is mixed with juice and applied only to pimples or blackheads. After 15 minutes, wash off and make a regular nourishing mask. Use the mixture every other day until the problem disappears completely.
Normal, dry or sensitive type
Scrub with potatoes and sugar. Necessary:
- one medium sized potato;
- 3 grams of granulated sugar;
- 2-3 milliliters of juice.
The potatoes are peeled and finely chopped, then juice and sugar are added. The prepared scrub is rubbed into the face using your fingers, left on for 3-4 minutes and removed with warm water and a napkin. For effectiveness, the procedure is done twice a week.
Sea salt lotion. Need to:
- water 250 milliliters;
- sea salt – 10 grams;
- 2-3 drops of juice.
Sea salt is placed in the water and juice is added. The resulting lotion is used to wipe exclusively problem areas in the evening for 2-3 weeks.
Clay
A product with clay as an active component will help to effectively even out tone, normalize water balance, and eliminate signs of age.
Preparation:
- Pour white clay (20 g) with mineral water (25 ml) into a small container.
- Leave the mixture for half an hour, mix thoroughly first.
- Squeeze the liquid from citrus slices (1-2 pieces), add to the main mixture.
The duration of exposure to the composition is 20-23 minutes.
Yeast
A folk remedy based on yeast can successfully cope with saturating the tissues of the epidermis, moisturizing and smoothing the relief. At the same time as eliminating defects, the composition will even out the color and eliminate stains.
Preparation:
- Mash pressed yeast (15 g).
- Pour in the juice squeezed from two citrus slices.
- Beat the egg whites and add to the mixture.
Distribute the prepared composition over the dermis, rest for 10-14 minutes. Remove from the cotton wool with a sponge and rinse the residue with cool liquid.
Potato
A combination of potatoes and sour fruit will help to rejuvenate the face, eliminate the unpleasant symptoms of approaching old age in the form of wrinkles, sagging, looseness, sagging, improve tone, and even cope with hyperpigmentation and freckles.
Even those with overly sensitive epidermis are allowed to use the mixture - irritation is extremely rare.
To ensure the safety of the composition, it is recommended to carry out a simple test first - apply 3-5 drops to the area behind the ear, wait a few hours. If there are no alarm signals, begin regular manipulations.
Preparation:
- Using a grater, turn the thoroughly washed potatoes into a homogeneous mass.
- Combine fresh lemon juice (no more than a teaspoon) and homemade full-fat sour cream (25 g).
- Mix both masses, no need to infuse, use immediately.
Cover the skin with an even layer; it is advisable to carry out a short massage or targeted tapping, which will allow the active components to quickly penetrate the epidermal tissue. Remove no earlier than after a quarter of an hour.
After rinsing, it is advisable to remove any remaining moisture with a soft cloth and apply the product for your dermis type and age.
Oatmeal
To enrich the epidermal cells with useful substances and even out the tone, it is recommended to resort to a homemade product based on oatmeal.
Step by step recipe:
- Grind oat flakes (20 g) with a blender or coffee grinder.
- Pour warm mineral water (30 ml) over oatmeal.
- After half an hour, add the liquid squeezed from the citrus slice.
Distribute the oat mixture and leave for a short time (15-17 minutes is enough). It is advisable to use a contrast wash for removal - alternately using cool and warm water.
Ginger
A soothing remedy based on ginger root will eliminate signs of fatigue, blemishes, and refresh the face.
Preparation:
- Turn a small slice of ginger root (about 20 grams) into a paste using a blender or grater.
- Add the liquid squeezed from 2 citrus cloves.
- Stir, pour in honey (40 ml) preheated in a steam bath.
- Place the mixture in the refrigerator and apply after 2 hours.
Exposure time is 15-19 minutes. Rinse with herbal decoction or plain water. It is advisable to use warm liquid.
