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Homemade Super Antioxidant Face Mask

December 4, 2017 by Jean Choi 13 Comments

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This homemade Super Antioxidant Face Mask has amazing anti-aging and hydrating benefits, with nutrient-packed ingredients like match and spirulina.

Homemade Super Antioxidant Face Mask

As the weather gets colder and drier, my skin is definitely feeling the effect and it’s in need of a bit more love and care. I already have naturally dry and sensitive skin, so I’m always looking for new treatments and masks that’ll help with hydration and wrinkles. Now that I’m in my 30s, I’m way more picky about choosing my products and I was pleasantly surprised at how well this homemade super antioxidant face mask worked to moisturize my skin, as well as give it that dewy glow.

Benefits of Antioxidants for Skin

Not only is consuming antioxidants beneficial for our health and our skin, topical application also works extremely well to:

  • Increase blood flow in the skin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and repair sun damage
  • Reduce inflammation so your skin tone looks more even, while keeping acne at bay
  • Neutralize free radicals that break down collagen and help maintain the skin’s elasticity and youth

Homemade Super Antioxidant Face Mask

Ingredient Breakdown: Homemade Super Antioxidant Face Mask

Raw honey: Full of antioxidants and antibacterial properties, raw honey is great for acne treatment and slowing down aging. It’s also the main ingredient in this face mask that helps to moisturize and nourish the skin, giving you that dewy glow afterwards.

Raw apple cider vinegar: Because of its acidity, raw apple cider vinegar balances the pH of your skin to keep it from getting too dry or oil. It also has powerful antibacterial and anti-fungal properties to reduce bacteria and acne.

Matcha powder: Matcha is not only delicious for drinking, it’s great for skin care because it is full of antioxidants and also contains caffeine, which is known to constrict the blood vessels and help with circulation. It is well known for its anti-inflammatory effects and has been known to be helpful in treatments for rosacea and cystic acne.

Spirulina: Spirulina is a type of freshwater algae that’s packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Taking it internally is known to be extremely beneficial for detox and the same goes for using it topically. It reduces free radicals, bacteria, and toxins from the skin, while promoting skin metabolism for faster healing and skin cell turnover.

Chlorella: Chlorella is also an algae with a high concentration of antioxidants, as well as vitamins and minerals. It greatly reduces oxidative stress and naturally increases vitamin A and C in your skin, which protects the cells and helps you looking younger.

If you are looking to purchase Spirulina and Chlorella, I highly recommend Perfect Supplments’ Aquatic Greens, which is a combination of these 2 superfoods together in their highest quality. I use it for skin care and in my smoothies when I need a bit of a detox. Don’t forget to use GREATGRANDMA10 at checkout to receive 10% off your entire order!

I’ve been using this Super Antioxidant Face Mask weekly for about a month now, and I can immediately tell how much smoother and hydrated my skin is after each use. I also love that I know what all the ingredients are in this homemade mask, and I hope it becomes your go-to toxin-free and effective solution to your skin problems!

Homemade Super Antioxidant Face Mask

Homemade Super Antioxidant Face Mask Recipe

Good for 1 face mask

Ingredients

  • 1/2 tsp raw honey
  • 1/8 tsp raw apple cider vinegar (with the mother) (or more, if needed)
  • 1/4 tsp matcha powder
  • 1/4 tsp Perfect Aquatic Greens (or 1/8 tsp each of spirulina and chlorella) (Use code GREATGRANDMA10 for 10% off your entire order)

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix together.
  2. If the mask seems too thick, add a little bit more apple cider vinegar until it reaches the right consistency.
  3. Wash your face with your favorite cleanser and pat dry with a towel.
  4. Apply a thin layer of the Super Antioxidant Mask on your face.
  5. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes, then wash off with warm water.
  6. Apply your favorite moisturizer.

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By Jean Choi | December 4, 2017

Comments

  1. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    December 11, 2017 at 10:39 am

    5 stars
    So cool! I have PS’s aquatic greens on hand, I need to try this!

    Reply
  2. Megan Stevens says

    December 12, 2017 at 11:29 am

    5 stars
    I know so little about face masks. I love that yours increases blood flow and reduces inflammation!! What a great and fun recipe!

    Reply
  3. Renee says

    December 12, 2017 at 4:24 pm

    5 stars
    I didn’t know all these greens help with skin – I mean it make so much sense that if they help our insides so much that it would help our skin though! I love the Perfect Supplements aquatic greens!

    Reply
  4. Melissa @Realnutritiousliving says

    December 13, 2017 at 2:02 pm

    Ohhh this looks super fun! I never considered using greens before. I love how soft honey makes my skin feel. Thank you!

    Reply
  5. Carrie @ Clean Eating Kitchen says

    December 14, 2017 at 11:24 am

    Ha ha, cute picture Jean! Way to rock the self-care!!!

    Reply
  6. Irena Macri says

    December 14, 2017 at 6:05 pm

    First, you absolutely rock the face mask look. Second, I can’t wait to try this. I may even have all the ingredients handy!

    Reply
  7. Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving says

    December 15, 2017 at 12:20 pm

    I had no idea you would make a mask with greens! Genius! What a great way to nourish your skin.

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  8. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says

    December 16, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    5 stars
    This is so great, I love putting spirulina in my green smoothies, and now I can’t wait to put it into a face mask too!

    Reply
  9. Becky Winkler says

    December 17, 2017 at 5:54 pm

    So fun! Bet this feels amazing!

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  10. ChihYu says

    December 17, 2017 at 8:13 pm

    5 stars
    This is so interesting ! I’ll have to try it. Love anything green !

    Reply
  11. cristina says

    December 17, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    5 stars
    I love that you can eat this face mask… I mean not intentionally… but the only put things on my body that I would put in my body applies!

    Reply
  12. STACEY CRAWFORD says

    December 18, 2017 at 8:13 am

    5 stars
    Awesome! I have not tried a mask wth spirulina amd matcha before.

    Reply
  13. Katja says

    December 18, 2017 at 8:44 am

    5 stars
    I never thought about putting greens on my face, What a great idea! Thanks for the tip.

    Reply

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