Holiday season is coming with gift giving, celebrations, and more, tugging at the purse strings. You may find yourself looking for ways to save up especially when it comes to such luxuries as skincare. As we have reviewed in previous blogs, there are a myriad of ways to support skin health without breaking the bank and many of them are already in your pantry, sometimes going to waste. Waste not, friends. 

We’ve come up with 5 tested, simple face masks for your selfcare skincare moment whether you’re grappling with dry skin, dullness, acne, or you just want to feel pampered. Grab a cup of your favorite cozy beverage and mix up these natural and vegan recipes for the perfect way to use what you have and nourish your autumn skin.

The Soother (leave on for 10 minutes)

1 ripe banana 

1/2 cup cooked oats

1/4 tsp cinnamon 

The Stimulator (leave on for 10 minutes)

1/2 cup cooked oats

1/4 cup cinnamon

1/2 tsp coffee grounds 

The Hydrator (leave on for 5 minutes)

*Soak ingredients together for 15 min before putting on face

1 tsp ground flaxseed 

1 tbsp warm water

The Acne Manager (leave on for 15 minutes)

* Apply to clean a face avoiding the eye area. If you have sensitive skin avoid rubbing.

1 ripe banana

1 tbsp baking soda

1 tsp turmeric 

What are the Ingredient Benefits?

Banana:  potassium deeply moisturizes, Vitamin C promotes brighter, more even skin tone, enzymes gently exfoliate and soften skin

Oats: soothe irritation, help to retain moisture, beta glucans lock in hydration, remove dead skin cells gently

Cinnamon: promotes collagen production and stimulates circulation, antimicrobial, reducing acne

Coffee grounds: Gentle exfoliants and irritation tamers, reduces swelling and tightening skin, anti-aging

Flaxseed: Omega-3 fatty acids nourish and lock in moisture, anti-inflammatory for skin conditions, promotes elasticity

Baking soda:  exfoliates and cleanses

Turmeric: soothes acne and skin conditions, tone evening, protective against free radicals

Whether it’s girls night or you time, with recipes like these, the ritual of skincare need not be expensive or complicated with many ingredients or spa treatments. Seal the benefits of your chosen mask with a touch of Ellovi whipped body butter for an aromatherapeutic, protective boost, and face chilly season with a natural glow.

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At Ellovi we believe skin health is deeply connected to overall health and well-being. Our mission is to offer wellness using pure ingredients with safe and transparent methods. Self care is not just a luxury and it cannot wait. We’re here to remind you to invest in your health from head to toe, inside and out. 

Team Ellovi 🌺