10 Flaxseed Face Masks for You to Achieve Flawless Glowing Skin (2020)!

The answer to that question is a big yes. Flaxseeds are packed with nutrients that benefit our bodies in many different ways. These seeds have healthy fats and vitamins that not only serve as a robust addition to our diet giving us much needed energy but also as a potent ingredient in achieving beautiful skin.

Flaxseed has properties that make it important with regard to skincare. You can have it directly by adding it to your diet or consuming ground flaxseed. To enjoy its benefits for the skin, you can also use it externally. Read on to know how to benefits our skin and how to prepare some amazing flaxseed face packs to get flawless, smooth and glowing skin.

Flaxseeds are a powerhouse when it comes to being a skin care product. It is like a one stop shop for beautiful skin. The following 4 points will prove that claim:

Two main reasons for acne breakout on the face are hormonal irregularities and excess production of sebum. Flaxseed can regulate the production of excess sebum and balance the secretion of estrogen in the body to prevent acne breakouts. Flaxseed also has properties that treat acne and lighten the resultant scar to give you a flawless, acne-free complexion.

A glowing skin is covered by all. It is a sign of clean and healthy skin and flaxseeds can help you achieve that. Flaxseeds have a high concentration of Omega-3 fatty acids in them that prevents the skin from getting dry. Dry skin looks dull and by removing dryness, flaxseeds makes the skin look hydrated and more radiant.

Flaxseed is an excellent natural skin rejuvenating product. Its skin rejuvenation properties can be best utilised in face packs. Any face pack prepared with ground flaxseeds or flaxseed gel as the main component exfoliates the skin and removes dead skin cells, excess oil and impurities. It not only cleans the surface of the skin and unclogs the pores, but also moisturises it. Thus, it is a complete skin rejuvenation product.

Flaxseeds contain antioxidants and lignans. They discourage the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the face. Also, the presence of fatty acids in flaxseeds keeps the skin smooth and moisturised making it appear youthful. It also tightens the skin and keeps it from sagging.

You can bid goodbye to other skin care products you possess if you have these 10 flaxseed based face packs in your closet. All of them are 100% organic and can be made in your kitchens. Follow this BP Guide article to learn the recipes of these face packs:

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of flaxseeds (ground)
• 3 tablespoons of distilled water

We start with the flaxseed face mask that is the easiest to prepare. Take a small bowl and combine the ingredients in it and then leave it to rest. After 15 to 20 minutes, the mixture will start to thicken. When it has thickened, apply it evenly over your cleaned and towel-dried face. Allow the mask to dry and then remove it with a cloth that has been dipped in warm water. This simple yet highly effective mask acts as an exfoliator that brightens and tones your skin. It also has a hydrating effect on the skin.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of flaxseeds (ground)
• 2 tablespoons of water
• 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon of yoghurt

Take a bowl and combine all the ingredients in it until the mixture achieves a gel like consistency. Clean and towel-dry your face before applying this mask evenly over your face. Let it rest for 5 minutes or until it dries and then rinse thoroughly with water. This mask gives you moisturised, acne free, flawless and radiant skin that looks younger. People with dry skin that is prone to acne will benefit immensely from this mask.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of flaxseeds (ground)
• 3 tablespoons of water
• 1 tablespoon of lemon water
• 1 tablespoon of honey

Take a bowl and mix all the ingredients together in it until it reaches a gel like consistency. Clean your face with a face wash and dry it with a towel. Then apply this mask evenly over your face. Wait until the mask dries and then rinse it with water.

This mask is a complete anti-acne package. Honey and lemon have anti-microbial properties, meaning that they combat against acne causing microbes thus preventing the occurrence of acne. These two ingredients also reduce dark spots and acne scars. Besides, the mask exfoliates, moisturises, tones and tightens the skin, giving you a flawless and youthful glow. There is however one thing to keep in mind regarding this mask. Lemon water dries your skin, so if you have dry skin, then add ½ tablespoon of lemon water and 2 tablespoons of honey in the mask instead of the stipulated amount. In case of oily skin, add ½ a tablespoon of honey and 2 tablespoons of lemon water as honey is a moisturising agent and would make your skin oilier if you use the stipulated amount.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of flaxseeds (ground)
• 3 tablespoons of distilled water
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 tablespoon of multani mitti

Take a bowl and combine all the ingredients in it. Make sure there are no lumps in the mixture. Clean your face with a face wash and dry it thoroughly with a towel. Then apply this mask evenly over your face and let it dry before rinsing with water. This mask will do wonders for your skin. The multani mitti present in the mask is a natural exfoliator. It draws out the impurities from the pores and unclogs them. Besides, it has anti-ageing properties. The honey gives hydrating characteristics to the mask so it leaves your skin feeling moisturised after application. This mask is especially effective against acne and acne scars.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of flaxseeds (ground)
• 1 tablespoon of water
• 1 tablespoon of rose water
• 1 tablespoon of yoghurt
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon

Take a bowl and mix all the ingredients (sans cinnamon) in it until they are well combined and the concoction sports an even consistency, like a gel. Wash your face thoroughly and dry it with a towel. When you are ready to apply the mask, put the cinnamon in it and give it a stir. Apply the mask evenly over the face and keep it on until the cinnamon starts to tingle. Then rinse the mask and pat dry with a towel.

This mask is packed with nutrients on account of the 5 natural ingredients present in it, that make your skin looks smooth, radiant and rejuvenated. It is an effective mask against signs of ageing, acne, acne scars and dark spots. This mask is the easiest route to a smooth, glowing and flawless skin.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of orange peel powder
• 1 tablespoon of flaxseed gel

Mix the orange peel powder and flaxseed gel in a bowl until it is well combined. Make sure there are no lumps in the mixture and it is of an even consistency. Wash and clean your face and dry it with a towel. Then apply this mask evenly over the face. Leave this mask on for 10 minutes but not longer than that as orange peel powder contains a lot of citric acid which might irritate your skin. Rinse the mask after the stipulated time and clean your face with a gentle cleanser. Then while your face is still slightly damp apply a moisturiser.

This mask is an effective remedy for acne and acne scars but it is not suitable for all types of skin for its high acid content. If you have sensitive skin then don’t use this mask at all, otherwise apply this not more than once a week.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• ½ a tablespoon of matcha green tea powder
• 1 tablespoon of flaxseed gel

Take a small bowl and mix the ingredients in it. Make sure the mixture of green tea powder and flaxseed gel is of even consistency. Then exfoliate your face with a gentle scrub and pat dry your face with a towel. Apply the mask evenly on your face and leave it for 10 minutes or until it dries. Then rinse it, dry your face with a towel and apply moisturiser. This face mask gives a youthful glow to your skin instantly. It brightens your complexion and is a quick fix to dull facial skin.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of flaxseed gel
• 1 tablespoon of sweet almond oil

This face mask has a very short life span, and by short, we mean minutes. So, you need to apply this mask as soon as it is made, which implies you should make this mask only when you intend to apply. Take a small bowl and mix the flaxseed gel and the sweet almond oil in it. Gel has water and we know that water and gel don’t mix so it won’t be long before the gel and the oil start to separate. That’s why you should make this gel just before application. After washing and cleaning your face, dry it with a towel then apply this mask evenly. You can either apply a thick layer on your face and rinse it after sometime or apply a thin layer and leave it overnight. Sweet almond oil is very nourishing and moisturising for dry skin and hence this mask is perfect if you have dry skin.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of flaxseed gel
• 1 tablespoon of oatmeal flour

Take a bowl and combine the flaxseed gel and oatmeal flour in it until it become a smooth paste. Clean your face with facewash and dry it thoroughly. Then apply the paste evenly over the face. Wait until the mask is dried, then rinse with lukewarm water before drying thoroughly with a towel. Finish with applying a face cream. Oatmeal is very good for sensitive skin. It creates a protective film on your skin and keeps it hydrated. It also has anti-inflammatory properties.

To prepare this mask you will need:

• 1 tablespoon of flaxseed gel
• 3 tablespoons of rice flour
• 1 large strawberry

Take a small bowl and mash the strawberry in it. Add the flaxseed gel and rice flour to the mashed strawberry and mix everything until thoroughly combined. Make sure that the mashed strawberry do not have large chunks or it would be difficult for you to apply the mask. Wash your face with a facewash and pat-dry it with a towel. Then while the face is still damp, apply this mask evenly across the face. As the mask starts to dry, rinse it and dry your face thoroughly. Then apply a moisturiser. It is a nourishing and hydrating mask that will make your skin radiant, firm, beautiful and youthful.

In many of the above face mask recipes, you have come across the term flaxseed gel. It is the major ingredient in all those recipes and it is important that you learn how to prepare flaxseed gel in your own kitchen. The process is very simple and is also not expensive or time consuming.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup of whole flaxseeds
• 2 cups of water

Procedure:

Start the soaking the flaxseeds in water overnight. In the morning, boil the soaked flaxseeds for around 10 minutes. Stir the mixture occasionally to check the consistency. After 10 minutes or so, switch of the burner and let the mixture cool. The ideal texture of the cooled mixture must be a mucous-like slimy, thick liquid that has the consistency of a gel. Do not overcook the flaxseeds, otherwise the gel would be so thick that you cannot spread it smoothly over the skin. Undercooked flaxseeds will not allow the gel to form. So be careful regarding the consistency of the mixture while boiling. As already said, stir occasionally while boiling to check the consistency. After the mixture has cooled, drain it through a cloth and voila you have a flaxseed gel at your disposal.