The aloe vera gel is a natural skin care product. Most importantly, aloe vera face mask soothes the human skin by getting rid of inflammation and pain. Additionally, it enhances skin repair and development. If you grow aloe vera, you can completely DIY aloe vera face mask at home!

How to Extract Aloe Vera Gel

Aloe vera gel can easily be extracted at home. The gel can be used to make aloe vera face mask to serve various functions as needed. Here are the steps:

  1. Choose the leaves loaded with gel. These are mainly at the center of the aloe vera plant.

  2. Use a sharp tool to cut them carefully at an angle from the plant’s base.

  3. Drain the yellow sap by standing the leaves upright for about 15 minutes.

  4. Wash the leaves after they have been completely drained.

  5. Carefully cut off the green layer and divide the transparent gel into various cubes. You can also cut the leaves well into two halves from the bottom top and remove the gel using a spoon.

Note: You can buy aloe vera gel from market or stores if you don't have aloe vera plant.

How to DIY Aloe Vera Face Mask

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Aloe Vera Face Mask for Moisturizing and Hydrating Skin

Formula 1: Aloe Vera, Honey and Vitamin E

Ingredients:

  • Vitamin E – 1 capsule

  • Aloe vera gel – ½ table spoon

  • Powdered seaweed (kelp) – 1 tablespoon

  • Raw honey - ½ table spoon

  • Rosemary/tea tree/lavender oil drops

How to Do It:

  1. Put all the ingredients (except vitamin E) listed above in one container.

  2. Mix them thoroughly.

  3. Add vitamin E capsule to the mixture.

  4. Apply the resulting paste to your face and neck.

  5. Leave the mask for about 20-30 minutes.

  6. Rinse the application using warm water.

Formula 2: Aloe Vera and Cucumber

Ingredients:

  •  Aloe vera gel– 2 tablespoons

  •  ½ cucumber

How to Do It:

  1. Peel off the cucumber and remove the seeds.

  2. Slice the cucumber into small pieces.

  3. Place the aloe vera and cucumber slices in a blender and squash them to a smooth paste.

  4. Using your fingertips, carefully spread the paste on your face and neck.

  5. Wait for 30 minutes after application.

  6. Wash off the application with relatively cold water.

  7. Dry your skin using a clean towel for a hydrated, soft and supple skin.

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Aloe Vera Face Mask for Scarred and Pigmented Skin

Ingredients: Aloe Vera, Honey and Turmeric

  • Raw honey – 1 tablespoon

  • Turmeric – 1 tablespoon

  • Aloe vera gel – 2 tablespoons

How to Do It:

  1. Mix 1 tablespoon of turmeric with 1 tablespoon of the turmeric.

  2. Add the two tablespoons of aloe vera gel to the paste.

  3. Apply the paste on your arms, neck and face.

  4. Leave the application for about 20 minutes.

  5. Wash off the application with water.

  6. Repeat the procedure twice a week for efficient pigment and scar removal.

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Aloe Vera Face Mask for Glowing Skin

Ingredients: Aloe Vera, Honey, Turmeric and Milk

  • A soupçon of Turmeric

  • Aloe vera gel – 1 tablespoon

  • Honey – 1 tablespoon

  • Rose water – a few drops

  • Milk – 1 tablespoon

How to Do It:

  1. Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 1 tablespoon of milk.

  2. Add a nip of turmeric and rose water drops too.

  3. Add aloe vera gel.

  4. Stir the mixture. (Note: For small-cut gel cubes, the paste will be formed by blending the entire mixture.)

  5. Apply paste on the neck and face.

  6. Wash off with warm water after 20 minutes.

4

Aloe Vera Face Mask for Aging Skin

Ingredients: Aloe Vera, Yoghurt, Honey and Red Grape Juice

  • Yoghurt – 2 tablespoons

  • Honey – 1 tablespoon (The amount can be increased for dry skin.)

  • Aloe vera gel- 2 tablespoons

  • Red grape juice – 3-4 tablespoons

How to Do It:

  1. Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 2 tablespoons of yoghurt.

  2. Add 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel to the mixture and stir well.

  3. Add red grape juice and mix for a smooth paste.

  4. Apply the paste on the neck and face.

  5. Rinse off with water after about 30 minutes for better anti-aging results.

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Aloe Vera Face Mask for Exfoliating Skin

Ingredients: Aloe Vera, Egg White, Cucumber and Oatmeal

  • 1 egg white

  • Aloe vera gel – 2 tablespoons

  • Cucumber – 2 slices

  • Oatmeal – 2 tablespoons

How to Do It:

  1. Place 2 pieces of cucumber in a blender.

  2. Squash them to a smooth paste.

  3. Pour out the paste into a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of aloe vera and 2 tablespoons of oatmeal.

  4. Mix them well.

  5. Carefully, whisk 1 egg white into the paste and make it even.

  6. Apply the paste on a clean neck and face.

  7. Rinse off with cold water after 20 minutes.

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Aloe Vera Face Mask for Tan Removal

Ingredients: Aloe Vera, Papaya and Honey

  • Papaya piece

  • Aloe vera gel- 2 tablespoons

  • Raw honey- 1 tablespoon

How to Do It:

  1. Mask the papaya piece sufficiently to cover your neck and face.

  2. Add 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel in the papaya mixture.

  3. Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the paste.

  4. Mix thoroughly to get a uniform mixture.

  5. Apply it on your neck and face.

  6. Wash off the application after about 30 minutes.

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Aloe Vera Face Mask for Detoxifying Skin

This paste is very useful for detoxifying your skin while freshening it.

Ingredients: Aloe Vera, Lime Juice and Mango

  • Aloe vera gel

  • Lime juice

  • Mango fruit

How to Do It:

  1. Cut the mango fruit in small sizes.

  2. Put the mango portions in a blender and squash them.

  3. Add aloe vera gel extract and mix thoroughly.

  4. Add lime juice to the paste and stir well to mix evenly.

  5. Apply the paste on your face and neck.

  6. Leave the application for about 20 minutes.

  7. Rinse the application with cold water.

Warning

The use of aloe vera face mask should be discontinued immediately in the event of an irritation or some redness. The application should be washed off at once.

Tips
  • For the best results, always wash the areas to be applied e.g. face, neck and your hands too.
  • Do not use leftovers of your face mask for later application. It is prudent to reduce the recipe in future.
  • While applying your aloe vera mask onto the face, avoid any contact with the eyes and the regions around them.
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