How To Make A Homemade Face Mask For Kids?

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Nourishing face packs with natural kitchen ingredients to keep your child's skin supple.

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Children are exposed to dust, pollution, and other skin irritants every day. Homemade face masks for kids offer a fun and interesting way to cleanse, protect, and nourish their delicate skin, with simple ingredients that you can easily find in your kitchen. Just as you enjoy a relaxing face mask, your children can enjoy the bliss of rejuvenation with DIY kids face masks. Homemade face masks are generally safe for your child’s delicate skin as they usually do not have harsh chemicals. All you have to do to create homemade masks for kids is mix ingredients found in the kitchen pantry. However, ensure that the ingredients you add to the face pack are gentle, safe, and suitable for your child’s skin. Keep scrolling as we tell you some simple and effective ways to make facial masks at home.

A face mask or facial face mask is a paste that can help cleanse, tone, exfoliate, and massage your kid’s skin. A quality face mask should contain natural ingredients that help tackle minor skin conditions. For instance, if your child has dry skin, the ingredients should hydrate their skin. If they have skin rashes or pimples, the mask should have soothing ingredients. And, if your child has oily skin the facial mask should draw out impurities from the skin.

Most homemade face masks for kids contain gentle ingredients to hydrate and cleanse a child’s skin. However, since children’s skin is thinner and more susceptible to inflammation than adults, it’s best to perform a patch test or consult a dermatologist before applying a mask to your child’s face (1).

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Here are some of the most commonly used natural ingredients in homemade facial masks.

1. Cucumber

Cucumber has efficient cooling, healing, and soothing effects and is often used as a natural eye-pad during facial treatments. A blend of cucumber and other natural ingredients like honey or yogurt can serve as a refreshing face mask for your kid’s skin.

2. Avocado

Being rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, D, and E and other essential oils, avocado could be perfect for dry and sensitive skin.

3. Honey

Honey has effective skin tightening, toning, and hydrating effects.

4. Papaya

The protein-digesting enzymeiProtein that helps regulate chemical reactions in the body , PapainiAn enzyme present in papaya that helps digest protein present in raw papaya can help remove dead skin cells. However, papaya should be avoided when your child’s skin is irritated or sunburned.

5. Yogurt

The natural lactic acidiA chemical produced by muscle and red blood cells while generating energy and also found in sour milk products and legumes in yogurt aids in exfoliating your child’s skin. It serves as one of the best skin-softening face masks and is suitable for all skin types.

Besides these ingredients, you may also consider oatmeal, banana, aloe vera gel, lemon juice, strawberry, and green tea for making homemade face masks for kids.

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Check out this simple step-by-step guide to prepare a homemade kid-friendly face mask.

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A homemade face mask can nourish and replenish your child’s skin while adding glow and keeping it fresh. Here are some of the benefits of applying a face mask.

1. Refine skin pores

2. Enhances hydration

3. Diminishes fine lines

4. Evens the skin tone

5. Firms up the skin

6. Relaxes the skin

It also allows parents to be involved with their children and have a beneficial time in a fun activity about skincare. Additionally, this activity will help promote good and healthy habits in your children from a young age.

1. Oatmeal scrub

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2. Yogurt face mask

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3. Avocado face mask

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4. Banana and honey face mask

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5. Orange face mask

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6. Papaya face mask

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7. Cucumber face mask

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8. Egg white face mask

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9. Tomato face mask

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10. Strawberry face mask

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11. Carrot face mask

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1. Carrots are rich in β-carotene and Magnesium, which help brighten the skin. They also contain Vitamin A, which helps reduce inflammation, and Calcium, which reduces dryness or itchiness. 2. Wash the carrot and remove the top. Roughly chop it into about five chunks. 3. Bring about one inch of water to a boil in a saucepan and add the carrot chunks. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and steam for eight to ten minutes. 4. Drain the water and add the steamed carrots to a food processor or blender with one tablespoon of coconut oil. Blend until the mixture is smooth, resembling a puree. 5. Clean your child’s face and apply the carrot face mask, avoiding the area around their mouth and eyes. 6. Leave the mask on for about 15 to 20 minutes. 7. Wash your child’s face with lukewarm water and wipe off any remaining bits with a damp face towel. 8. If needed, apply a little olive oil or coconut oil to reveal soft and bright skin.

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13. Applesauce and olive oil face mask

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14. Oats and coconut oil face mask

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15. Gram flour face mask

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16. Yogurt and honey mask

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Here are some important pointers you should remember before applying natural face masks for kids on your child’s skin.

1. Can an 11-year-old use a face pack?

Children above ten years old can occasionally use natural face packs. However, you should decide the right one for them based on their skin type and sensitivity. In case of any allergic reactions, discontinue use immediately.

2. Can children use face sheet masks?

Since sheet masks may contain chemicals, they may not be appropriate for children’s sensitive skin. Hence, stick to using natural face masks or consult your dermatologist to confirm whether sheet masks are suitable for your child’s skin type.

3. What are some tips for encouraging children to wear homemade face masks?

Make children understand how a homemade face mask helps keep their skin healthy and cleanses their pores. You could also make applying a face mask a relaxing and fun activity. Look for cosmetic face masks specifically designed for children or those with gentle ingredients suitable for their sensitive skin. Let them see you wearing a face mask regularly and explain why you do it.

4. Are there any potential allergens or irritants in homemade face masks for kids?

When it comes to homemade face masks for kids, there is a potential risk of allergies or skin irritation. It’s important to be cautious and mindful of the ingredients, especially if your child has a known allergy or sensitive skin. Citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, or grapefruits are often used in products for personal hygiene in kids; however, the high acidity can irritate your child’s sensitive skin. If a child has known allergies or sensitivities, it’s best to consult their healthcare provider or an allergist before using homemade face masks.

5. Can kids use face masks with hyaluronic acid?

Hyaluronic acid-based skincare products improve skin hydration and help the skin heal faster (3). However, as hyaluronic acid is an active ingredient, we recommend you consult a dermatologist before using face masks with hyaluronic acid on your child’s face.

Children like to imitate what they see. If they see adults wearing masks, they will also want to use them. However, children’s skin is thinner than adults, so you should use a homemade natural face mask instead of store-bought ones for kids. For an easier process, you can explore the different types of face masks and make one for your child based on their skin type. Moreover, you should always do a patch test before applying a mask to the child’s entire face. Additionally, you should make a fresh batch of masks each time and ensure the child does not put the mask in their mouth or eyes.

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