Natural DIY Cures for Dry Skin

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Fruit is a true winter-weather-fighter. In last weeks blog, we made it clear how beneficial getting your 5-a-day can be when it comes to looking and feeling your best during the cold, rainy months. 

But the vitamins and antioxidants found in fruit aren't just miracle workers once they've been eaten - they also work their natural magic when slathered outside the body too!

Fruit face masks will not only make your skin feel soft and look incredible, they're also simple to make and are naturally free from chemicals, perfumes and artificial ingredients.

So, as it's Friday, treat yourself by taking home the remnants (if there are any left!) of your office fruit delivery and have a right natural pampering before heading out on the town to show off your new, glowing complexion (and those amazing dance moves)


Papaya Pamper

Gentle exfoliation is a must if you're suffering from dry, peeling and flaky skin. Buff away dead skin with one half of this mixture then leave the other half on the face for 5-10 minutes for added moisture.

• 2tbsp Natural or Greek Yoghurt
• 3tbsp Mashed Papaya

Anti-Aging Avocado

Avocados are packed full of vitamins K, B and E as well as monounsaturated fats that are all amazing at keeping the skin plump, soft and youthful. Just gently coat your face in this green goodness and leave to work for 5-10 minutes. Also, the added honey in this mask also provides antibacterial action - perfect for keeping away all the germ-filled nasties this winter!

• 3tbsp Mashed Avocado
• 2tbsp Good Quality Honey

Strawberry & Cream Dream

You might need to make enough of this to eat after it's done on your face! Sweet, succulent strawberries and soft, milky yoghurt combine together to become a dream team that moisturises the skin whilst the strawberry seeds exfoliate dry patches. This mix will also fade dark patches and leave your complexion brighter so that not everything has to be grey this winter!

• 5 Fresh Strawberries
• 1tbsp Natural or Greek Yoghurt (Add more if your skin is very dry)

Porridge Power

This breakfast blend is great for both dry and sensitive skin as the oats gently exfoliate the skin without leaving redness and the honey helps to reduce inflammation - red cheeks being a common winter skin complaint. The banana in this mask doesn't just smell amazing, it helps to moisturise and improve skin tone - this mask proves why breakfast is the most important meal of the day!

• Half a Ripe Banana
• 1tbsp Good Quality Honey
• 2tbsp Oats (More or less depending on exfoliation desired)
• Mineral Water - add a tsp at a time until mixture is creamy enough

Tweet us @office_fruit to let us know what your favourite treat for thirsty winter skin is and let us know how you got on with our masks!

Disclaimer! Just because your tastebuds enjoy these ingredients, doesn't mean your skin will! Always do a patch test before applying to make sure any of these masks won't cause an allergic reaction.

DIY Fresh Fruit Face Masks for Healthy Skin

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Fruit isn't just beneficial when eaten, it's also great for the skin. Different fruits are great for different skin types and are not only a lot cheaper than buying a face mask, they're also simple to make and naturally free from chemicals, perfumes and artificial ingredients. So, when you're full up from your office fruit delivery, why not use the leftovers to give your face a treat too?

Lemon and Honey Face Mask 

• Tightens + unclogs pores
• Fades acne scars and aging spots
• Honey's natural antibacterial properties stops spots and blemishes
• Brightens skin tone
• Leaves the face glowing and radiant

How to Make:

Squeeze half a lemon into a bowl, add 2 tbsp of organic honey and mix until combined. Apply over a clean face, avoiding the eye area. Leave on for 10-15 mins, rinse away and apply moisturiser.

Strawberry and Yogurt/Cream Face Mask

• Moisturises skin
• Seeds exfoliate
• Brightens skin tone
• Fades acne scars 
• Leaves skin smoother
• Can be made for either oily or dry skin

How to Make:

Mash 5 fresh strawberries with a fork, in a bowl, until smooth. Add 1/2 tbsp of yogurt and 2 tsp of honey (for oily skin) or 1/2 tbsp of heavy cream and mix until combined. Apply mask to clean face, avoiding the eye area and leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse away and apply moisturiser. 

Banana and Oats Facial Mask

• Great for dry and sensitive skin
• Oats exfoliate
• Anti-aging effects
• Moistures and improves skin tone
• Smoothes skin and reduces inflammation

How to Make:

Mash 1 ripe banana with a fork in a bowl then mix in 1 tbsp of natural honey. Stir in 4 tbsp of ground oats and then add small amounts of mineral water until the mixture has a creamy consistency. Apply the mask to clean skin and leave on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing away and applying moisturiser.