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Homemade Face Mask for Ashy Skin

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Sugar is a preferred exfoliant to salt because it tends not to tear at the skin. When dead skin collects on the surface of skin, it's important to slough it away. This helps clear up clogged pores. When skin isn't exfoliated, it can appear ashy.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 3 tbsp warm water

Preparation:

Stir sugar into warm water so that it melts.
Make sure granules are dissolved, otherwise they could tear your skin.
Apply to the face.
Gently massage around the skin.
Rinse with warm water OR I like to take a warm washcloth that's steamed in the microwave. Make sure the washcloth is not too hot.

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User Reviews

 4 out of 5
, Member Pixie_79

I used walnut oil instead of warm water because my skin is really dry at the minute and it was lovely to use! My skin feels nourished and smooth and the warm washcloth made using this a real treat. The only thing is the quantities stated - I felt this was too much. When I make it again, I'll probably use the measurements in teaspoons rather than tablespoons as there was a lot left over, even though I scrubbed my face twice over with the mixture. Still.... great to use with definite benefits!

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