To treat yourself to a banana facial is FUN. Simply because bananas are fun, fun to eat and delicious AND fun to use in face packs; a seriously natural treat to your skin

And everyone, and that includes you, can enjoy a relaxing and satisfying natural spa experience right there in your own home with these banana facials. It's all made clear; these face mask recipes are as simple as ABC, affordable or downright cheap and you probably have the ingredients already somewhere in your kitchen cabinets

They are one of the most nourishing fruits available because they contain large quantities of magnesium, potassium, zinc, iodine, iron and vitamins A, B (folic acid), E, and F and much more…Guess what, that's all good stuff especially for your skin

Because of these qualities it is often used to battle dry skin and wrinkles. Banana facials moisturize and soothe your skin

If you want to find out more about Bananas as an active ingredient in do-it-yourself facial masks visit our homemade facial mask basics page by clicking on the link. There you can also find out more about many other possible ingredients and ways to combine them into your own signature facial mask recipe

Before applying any facial mask clean your face and neck with fresh water. Take off all cosmetics, creams, lotions, in short: everything. Use a non abrasive, non aggressive soap if necessary. When finished, pat your skin dry

Even better is to take a hot shower or a steam bath to clean and open up your pores. For some useful steam bath suggestions & tips check our steam bath page

When you have applied the banana facial of choice make sure you take your time to lie down, place a towel under your head and neck. Put 2 cucumber slices on your eyes; or use 2 used and cooled down chamomile teabags (our personal favorite!) or 2 cotton pads soaked in rose or lavender water

But most important:

To make your face mask experience even more satisfying we suggest you check our quick facial tips page. These will smooth things out just a little bit more

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Pamper yourself by making and using these fruity banana facial masks. Shift your mind to the good things in life, put on a smile and Enjoy!

Little note: the bananas used in these banana mask recipes should be ripe to very ripe, this to get their maximum effect

Homemade facial mask recipes

A basic banana mask; straight up banana. This fruit mask is effectively cleans, moisturizes and smooths your dry skin

What do you need:

• Banana('s) (…no really?...)

How to do it:

Mash the banana('s) just enough so you can apply it to your face without it running off

Spread this paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

Homemade facial mask recipes

What is sometimes called the Banana Supreme Facial Mask. Another very simple but effective fruit mask. The added honey works as a humectant it moisturizes and keeps the moisture inside your skin where it belongs

What do you need:

• 1 Banana
• 1 tablespoon organic Honey

How to do it:

Warm up the honey until it becomes liquid (not too hot!) by putting it in a small glass or metal bowl which is immersed in hot water. Mix and mash the banana and the honey just enough so you can apply it to your face without it running off

Spread the paste gently and equally with a facial mask brush or spatula on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clearNow lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

Homemade facial mask recipes

This banana mask is good enough to eat. A fruity facial pack packed with the most essential nutrients to feed your skin…or to take as desert, whatever you prefer. This banana mask extraordinaire will feed and moisturize you skin

What do you need:

• 1/2 Avocado
• 1/2 Banana
• 1/2 Papaya

Mash the banana, avocado and papaya just enough so you have a nice smooth paste that you can apply to your face without it running off

Spread this paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clearNow lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 15-20 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

Homemade facial mask recipes

The orange juice in this delicious banana mask exfoliates, fights anti oxidants and stimulates natural collagen build up. While the honey does its all-round natural skin care job the banana helps feeding, exfoliating and moisturizing your skin

What do you need:

• 1 tablespoon Orange juice
• 1/2 Banana
• 1 tablespoon organic Honey

How to do it:

Warm up the honey until it becomes liquid (not too hot!) by putting it in a small glass or metal bowl which is immersed in hot water. Mash the banana to a pulp and add the liquid honey and orange juice; mix this until you have a uniform paste

Spread this paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clearNow lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 15 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

Homemade facial mask recipes

A typical exfoliating, cleansing, nourishing, re-hydrating banana facial

What do you need:

• 1/2 Banana
• 1/2 Cucumber
• 1 tablespoon Orange juice
• 4 tablespoons Lemon juice

How to do it:

Put the banana and cucumber in a food processor and mash them. Add the honey and lemon juice and blend everything well

Spread this paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 30 minutes

Then wash it off with lukewarm water; pat your skin dry with a clean towel

Homemade facial mask recipes

Anti aging Banana facial

What do you need:

• 1 Banana
• 2 tablespoons Plain unflavored Yogurt, with active cultures
• 1 tablespoon organic Honey
• 1 tablespoon Oatmeal flour
• mineral water

How to do it:

Warm up the honey until it becomes liquid (not too hot!) by putting it in a small glass or metal bowl which is immersed in hot water. Mash the banana, add the other ingredients and mix everything well until you have a smooth paste (add either oatmeal flour or water to get the right consistency)

Spread the paste gently and equally with a facial mask brush or spatula on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 20 minutes

Then wash it off with lukewarm water; pat your skin dry with a clean towel

Homemade facial mask recipes

What do you need:

• 1 Banana
• 1 Egg Yolk
• 2 teaspoons Almond oil

How to do it:

Mash and mix all the ingredients in a bowl until you have a nice smooth paste

Spread the paste gently and equally with a facial mask brush or spatula on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 20 minutes

Then wash it off with cold water; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

Homemade facial mask recipes

The white kaolin clay used in this clay/ banana mask is one of the mildest clays to use in facial masks. It stimulates blood circulation to the skin while it also gently exfoliates and cleanses it. White Kaolin Clay does not draw oils from the skin. For more info on clay masks, visit our clay mask page. This facial mask will soften and firm your skin

What do you need:

• 1 Banana
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Plain unflavored Yogurt, with active cultures
• 1Egg White
• 1/2 teaspoon Jojoba oil
• 1 tablespoon Kaolin (white) clay

How to do it:

Warm up the honey until it becomes liquid (not too hot!) by putting it in a small glass or metal bowl which is immersed in hot water. In the meanwhile whisk the egg white in mixing bowl. Then slowly add and blend in the Yogurt, Jojoba oil, liquid Honey and the Kaolin clay. Gently mix it until you get a smooth paste. Mash the banana into a smooth pulp and add it to the mixture until you have a paste that will stay on your face without running

Spread the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face, neck and shoulders; add another layer after 5 minutes; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask to dry for 10-15 minutes

Then wash it off with a soft warm wash cloth and warm water, end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

Homemade facial mask recipes

Moisturizing, soothing, softening, antiseptic, anti oxidant facial mask. A banana facial at it's best

What do you need:

• 1/2 Banana
• 2 tablespoons of Wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons of Oatmeal
• 1 tablespoon Whipping cream
• pinch Nutmeg

How to do it:

Mash the banana and add the other ingredients. Mix it just enough so you get a nice sticky paste that you can apply to your face without it running off. Add either cream or oatmeal to get the right consistency

Spread this paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck: keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 5-10 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

Warning: A lot of fruits contain citric acid. Lemon, lime and orange (juice) in specific. These can be useful in skin care; however in some people they can cause acid burns. When you use them in a facial mask or any skin treatment always be careful with how much you use for your particular skin or skin type. Also if you have sensitive skin be extra aware

Always be careful with the ingredients you use. And if you're not sure about the whole mask or a specific ingredient do a patch test on a small part of skin i.e. behind your ear and wait 20 minutes to see how your body reacts. Talk to an aesthetician or dermatologist if you think your skin is especially sensitive

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