Tomato Oatmeal Mask
~ Hairband
~ 1 medium tomato, crushed
~ 1/2 Cup Rolled/Quick oats (unflavored)
1. Combine oatmeal and tomato in some sort of blender/masher/food processor. (I use the Magic Bullet, not gonna lie.)
2. Blend until combined and pasty.
3. Spread thick and evenly across your face, making sure to target acne areas or areas with blackheads/large pores.
4. Leave on for at least 30 minutes, longer is preferred. (I left it on for roughly an hour)
5. Rinse off with warm water and follow up with a moisturizer.
Benefits
Tomato acts as a natural cooler and astringent. The large amounts of vitamin C brightens up skin and vitamin A helps repair. The natural acid (Like lemons or oranges) balances out your skin, gets rid of any excess oil, and helps heal acne. Antioxidants fight free radicals which can, if used long-term, fight signs of aging.
Oatmeal works as a gentle scrub, ridding your lovely face of dead skin and dirt. It relieves dryness and evens your skin tone and it's really very calming.
Tips
~ Make sure the tomato you use is clean and preferably organic.
~ If the mix is too runny, by all means add more oatmeal, and visa-versa if it's too thick.
~ For a finer consistency, blend the oatmeal alone at first until it's at a texture you like.
~ You're going to have extra mix (I did.) Stick it in the fridge and it will last a few days, although the effects won't be as...eh hem... effective.
~This mask can be used cold and feels wonderful on a hot day.
Warnings?
~ DO NOT, and I mean DO. NOT. Use any type of flavored or instant-mix oatmeal. Rolled oats are okay, and Quick-1 minute oats are okay. C'mon people.
