DIY Beauty: Fall Face Mask

Posted by Alexandra C. | Thursday September 20, 2012

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I am about to freak you out. Here goes: Thanksgiving (for us Canadian chicks) is only about two weeks away. I KNOW, RIGHT?

But hey, it's cool. You know why? Two words: Pumpkin. Pie. I love me some pumpkin pie and I love me a great, cleansing face mask. And this got me thinking, can I fuse my two loves together? Which brings me to today's DIY beauty facial mask that contains (you guessed it) pumpkin!

Pumpkin contains enzymes that get into your pores and take out dirt and other yucky unmentionables. This mask also contains apple cider vinegar which acts the same as glycolic acid. Glycolic acid is said to help with anti-aging and reducing dark spots. Plus, the cleanser contains rose water, which is soothing and helps to soften your skin.

Here's what you'll need:

1. Heritage Store Rose Petals Rosewater Spray (C$13.29) : You need 1 1/2 Tbsp

2. Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar (C$5.99, on sale): You need 3 Tbsp

3. Farmer's Market Organic Canned Pumpkin Puree (C$3.79): You need 4 Tbsp

DIY Rosewater

(image via honestlywtf.com)

Did you know that you can actually make your own rosewater? Yup, it's true! It's pretty simple and you can click over here for the full tutorial. I'll leave it up to you if you want to take this extra step. It's most likely around the same cost as buying and certainly quite simple. The added benefit with DIY's is you know exactly what goes into your beauty products.

The How-To:

Combine all ingredients together in a bowl. Apply to your face and leave on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse well with warm water and you've got cleansed skin!

(via beautylish.com)

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11 Comments

	on November 07, 2012 shanaz 5,961 said: The pumpkin chews away at dead skin cells, but can be irritating if left on for too long. For more sensitive skin types, try reducing the time this mask is left on. AMAZING DIY!
	on September 30, 2012 Racenhawk 2,704 said: used to make my own rose water when I lived in my other house, can't now...:(
	on September 23, 2012 lissdawn 6,381 said: Wow what great ideas!! I also love using aloe vera gel as a base and adding differing things for an at-home face treatment.
	on September 20, 2012 cutie_marlena 3,191 said: Interesting... I'll have to give that a try
	on September 20, 2012 midnightsun2288 6,053 said: This looks like fun. Also I never knew you could DIY rosewater, that's interesting.
	on September 20, 2012 takoda 28,648 said: Thanks Alex, I'll have to give it a try as soon as I get some rose's for my anniversary. Now that's funny, I'll be lucky to get a it's bin nice knowing ya out of the cheapo.LOL
	on September 20, 2012 AmandaH607 1,260 said: Thank you Alex....this sounds amazing and I am definetely going to try it!! Who knew Pumpkin could be so good for our skin :)
	on September 20, 2012 Bren 26,031 said: LOVE LOVE Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar that stuff is amazing I have a huge bottle I use it for so many uses....Excellent in masks! I've never heard of pumpkins in a mask sounds wonderful!If you live in a bigger city check out Real Canadian Superstores ethnic section you will find rosewater super cheap there!
	on September 20, 2012 fredamans 12,209 said: I bet it smells amazing!!!
	on September 20, 2012 AlexJC 50 said: @takoda Anyone should be able to use this mask, except if you have allergies (always do a patch test!). The apple cider vinegar can be a bit strong but the rosewater is soothing so this should be ok for everyone. And don't worry- valentine's day is just around the corner ;)