When your favorite lipstick or balm cannot take care of your lips, then a healing lip mask can restore their health and softness. If your lips are dry and chapped, don't despair! The lip mask will make your lips soft and delicate. However, don't expect quick results. You will notice the visible result from applying the mask only with its regular use. After reading this article, you will learn how to make some simple lip masks from what every housewife has in the kitchen!
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Preparing a basic lip mask
Step 1. Prepare everything you need to prepare the mask
To prepare this mask, you will need honey to cover your lips, a small spatula or spoon, and a plastic wrap. This mask is a great option for those with dry or chapped lips.
Step 2. Cut a small rectangle out of plastic wrap and set it aside
This film will cover your lips after applying the mask. Therefore, cut the rectangle to a size that completely covers your lips.
Step 3. Wash your lips and brush your teeth
This prevents food debris from entering the mixture that you will apply to your lips.
Step 4. Apply honey to lips using a small spatula or spoon
You can also apply honey with clean fingers. Apply honey in a thick layer. However, do not overdo it so that it does not run down your face.
Step 5. Cover your lips with plastic wrap
With clean hands, take the rectangle you cut out of the plastic wrap and use it to cover the lips that you applied the honey layer to. This will retain moisture and heat.
Step 6. Leave the mask on your lips for 15 minutes
Honey is a natural moisturizer, so by applying the mask to your lips for the above period of time, you will help to moisturize them.
Step 7. Remove the plastic wrap and rinse your lips
Peel off the plastic wrap carefully; if the film is stuck to your lips, use warm water to remove it. After removing the plastic wrap, rinse your lips with warm water and gently pat dry with a soft, clean towel. You can remove honey residues with a gentle cleanser.
Method 2 of 3: Make an exfoliating lip mask
Step 1. Prepare everything you need to prepare the mask
You will need foods that have a moisturizing effect, such as honey, butter, and vegetable oils. This mask leaves your lips soft and smooth. Plus, you need sugar, which is a gentle exfoliant. If you have dry, flaky skin, use an emollient mask instead of an exfoliating mask. To prepare an exfoliating mask, you will need:
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil, olive oil, or sweet almond oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil, shea butter, or petroleum jelly
Step 2. Take a small bowl and pour oil into it
You can use any oil, but avocado oil, olive oil, or sweet almond oil are the best options. Below you will find information on the benefits of each of these oils:
- Avocado oil soothes and heals the skin. Avocado oil is quickly absorbed into the skin. It is rich in vitamin E and has antioxidant and moisturizing properties.
- Olive oil is a great remedy for dry, chapped lips. It moisturizes and nourishes the skin.
- Sweet almond oil is a good remedy for softening chapped skin.
Step 3. Add sugar
While sugar is not very good for your health, it is a gentle exfoliant. Its coarse texture helps exfoliate dead skin cells, leaving skin looking healthy and glowing.
Step 4. Place honey in a small bowl
Honey is a great way to moisturize and nourish the skin. It has antiseptic properties. Moreover, honey is a natural moisturizer. It is able to retain moisture on the lips.
Step 5. Add coconut oil, shea butter or petroleum jelly
Both coconut oil and shea butter are solid at room temperature. You can heat the butter for a few seconds in the microwave (the butter should be soft but not melt), or simply beat with a fork. Each of these oils has beneficial properties.
Step 6. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl
You should have a mixture of pasty consistency. If the mixture is too runny, add a little sugar; if the mixture is too thick, add more oil.
Step 7. Apply the scrub to your lips and rub in gently for 2-3 minutes
Take a small amount of the scrub and apply it to wet lips. Massage your lips gently for a few minutes; thanks to this you will be able to remove the top layer of keratinized cells.
Step 8. Rinse off the scrub with warm water
For best results, use the scrub once or twice a week. As this mask contains natural ingredients, store it in the refrigerator. You can use the mask within two weeks of its preparation.
Method 3 of 3: Preparing a softening lip mask
Step 1. Prepare everything you need to prepare the mask
This procedure consists of three stages: exfoliation, softening and moisturizing. If you have very dry and flaky skin on your lips, you can skip the exfoliation procedure and move on to the next steps. If you decide to do an exfoliating procedure, be careful not to harm the delicate skin of your lips. You will need:
- For the exfoliating treatment, you will need 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
- For a softening mask, you will need 1 teaspoon of yogurt and ½ teaspoon of honey.
- You will need lip balm or natural oil to moisturize your skin; use organic lip balm whenever possible.
Step 2. Prepare a sugar scrub
Combine the sugar and olive oil in a small bowl and beat thoroughly with a fork. You can use white or brown sugar.
Step 3. Apply the scrub to lips for 30 seconds
Using clean fingers, spread the scrub on your lips, then massage gently in a circular motion. This allows you to remove dead cells, freeing up the soft, smooth skin underneath.
Step 4. With a damp towel, remove the scrub residue from the skin of the lips
Soak a soft, clean towel in warm water and gently dry your lips with it.
Step 5. Combine honey and yogurt in a clean bowl
Combine the above two ingredients using a spoon or fork. Honey and yogurt will soften and moisturize your lips.
Step 6. Apply the mask to the lips and leave it on for five minutes
Use your fingers to spread the mask evenly over the skin. The mask may drip over the skin of your lips, so lie down or sit and tilt your head back.
Step 7. Rinse off the mask and blot your lips dry
Lean over the sink and wash off the mask. Although you have used food ingredients, do not lick the mask off with your tongue; after applying the mask to the lips, the yogurt will taste sour.
Step 8. Moisturize your lips using a natural lip balm or oil
Apply a thin layer of lip balm or natural oil to your lips. Blot excess with a napkin. Avoid ingredients that contain eucalyptus, menthol, and camphor; these ingredients dry out and irritate the lips. Use a natural lip balm or any of the following oils instead:
- Cacao butter
- Coconut oil
- Jojoba oil
- Olive oil
- Shea Butter
- Sweet almond oil
- Vitamin E oil
Advice
- When making a scrub, you can add a variety of ingredients, such as juices, spices, extracts, or chopped herbs.
- You will have to do the mask repeatedly before you see a positive result.
- Masks have the desired effect; however, drink enough water to keep your skin hydrated. Your lips can be dry if you don't drink enough liquid.
Warnings
- If your lips are severely flaky, never peel the skin. By doing this, you will only aggravate the condition.
- If you have cracked lips or your skin is too sensitive, do not exfoliate or do it very gently.