DIY Pumpkin Face Mask
Ever wonder what to do with all those leftover pumpkin guts? Or extra canned pumpkin that didn’t make it into the pie? Girlfriend, don’t toss that precious goop away, It’s gold!
As it turns out, pumpkins are great for your skin—they’re loaded with vitamins A, C, and E (all known to fight wrinkles) plus heaps of beta-carotene, zinc, potassium, and antioxidants, which can help eliminate redness.
The benefits of pumpkin in skincare
Pumpkin contains more than 100 beneficial nutrients, which help to reverse the signs of aging
Pumpkin contains high levels of vitamins A and C
Pumpkin’s natural vitamin A levels are mild retinoids
Pumpkin contains minerals like zinc, and the powerhouse antioxidant beta-carotene
Pumpkin fights free radical damage
Pumpkin contains niacin which helps to naturally brighten skin and naturally lighten hyperpigmentation
Pumpkin has natural exfoliants salicylic acid, lactic and ascorbic acid
Pumpkin’s natural properties stimulate skin circulation
Pumpkin provides a youthful glow to dull skin
Perfect any time of year, but particularly during dry, colder months
Good for all skin types and skin tones, except for extremely sensitive skin
This face mask recipe takes full advantage of the king of autumn produce. It’s refreshing and tingles juuust the tiniest bit when you first apply it, and leaves your complexion fresh and glowing. The concoction smells pretty darn good, too, and it’s entirely edible, so you know it’s good for your skin (not that I sampled a fingerful or anything).
Materials
1/4 cup organic pumpkin guts (seperated from the seeds)
1/4 cup organic oats
2 tsp raw organic honey
Instructions
In a food processor, grind oats until they turn into a powder.
Combine pumpkin and oat powder. Stir until combined.
Add raw honey and stir to make a paste. If too thick, add more honey or a few drops of water.
Apply to clean face, avoiding eyes, nose and mouth.
Leave on 5-10 minutes.
Wipe off with warm, damp washcloth.
