5 Aspirin Face Masks for Suntan, Dull-Dry, Oily Skin, Blemishes, Dark skin
Aspirin is one of the most commonly used
painkillers; did you ever imagine that Aspirin can also be a simple solution
for skin and hair issues? Surprising, isn’t it?
Aspirin tablet contains acetylsalicylic
acid (a type of crystalline compound), which is extracted from salicylic acid.
It is a BHA (beta hydroxyl acid), which helps to soothe inflammation, redness
and itchiness of the skin and body.
Benefits of aspirin face mask
1. Removes dead skin cells from skin
2. Reduces the chances of acne formation by
cleansing clogged skin pores.
4. Reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
3. Reduces skin discoloration and staining due to
ageing and sun damages.
5. It has ability to reduce swelling, thus helps
reduce puffy eyes and facial puffiness.
Let’s see 5 most beneficial aspirin face
masks for different types of skin.
1. For mix Skin type
Crush 2-4 aspirin tablets to make fine
powder. Mix this powder with enough aloe vera gel. Mix it and apply on your
skin for 20 minutes. Before washing it off gently massage your skin with the
same application using some water. This face mask will nourish your skin and
make it healthy.
2. Sun Damaged Skin & blemishes
Healing properties of curd can cure
sunburn and Lemon juice minimizes the damages due to UV rays and reduces the
oxidation process of free radicals on our skin. All the ingredients in this
face mask can lighten the uneven skin tone. Aspirin also increases the cell
exfoliation.
Preparation
Make some aspirin paste using enough
water, and add 1 teaspoon of curd and few drops of fresh lemon juice to it. You
can also add some olive oil; mix all ingredients well together to form thick
paste. Apply this mask over the skin or affected area for 20 minutes. Wash off
with normal or lukewarm water. For best results, use this mask 2-3 times a
week.
3. Aspirin for sensitive skin
Mix some aspirin tablets powder with 1
teaspoon yogurt and half teaspoon honey to make a thick paste. Apply the paste over
face evenly. Rinse off with cool water after 20 minutes. This mask not only
soothes our skin, but also maintains its health and softness to a great extent.
4. Aspirin-vinegar Facial Toner
This aspirin-vinegar facial toner not
only tones our face, but also lessens the puffiness and discoloration of the
skin. Additionally, this combination acts as a skin antiseptic. You can store
this toner in your refrigerator for future use, put it in glass bottle or jar.
Preparation
Mix half cup of plain water with 2 tablespoon
of white vinegar and drop 10-12 aspirin tablets into the mixture.
Let the tablets dissolve thoroughly. Apply this mixture as a toner on clean face, leave it for 10-20 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.
And store the remaining mixture in the refrigerator.
Let the tablets dissolve thoroughly. Apply this mixture as a toner on clean face, leave it for 10-20 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.
And store the remaining mixture in the refrigerator.
5. Dull Skin: Aspirin-apple
cider vinegar
Mix 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar with
1 teaspoon of plain water or rose water and add some powdered aspirin to it. Mix
it nicely and apply on dull and damaged skin to repair it in an efficient way
as well as give it a lightening effect.
Aspirin Lip Scrub
If your gentle lips are prone to
splitting and peeling, then this DIY lip scrub can stop that. Make fine powder
of 2-5 aspirin tablets and mix it with 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp
olive oil and 1-2 vitamin E capsules. Mix all the ingredients well together to
make thick paste. Apply and massage your lips daily with this mixture for soft and healthy lips. You can store
remaining mixture in the refrigerator for 4 days.
