In the first few months of my last pregnancy my skin wen haywire. It was breaking out more than it ever had before and nothing I put on it seemed to help.
So I decided to try a more natural approach.
Couldn’t hurt, right? Nothing else was working.
So I started using this mask and after a few applications my skin had calmed down significantly. I continued to use it a few times a week and several months later, about 6-7 to be exact, my skin rarely broke out anymore and all of my previously acquired acne scars were completely gone.
Why, you may wonder? I attribute it to the following reasons:
Lemon Juice may aid in the lightening of dark spots left by acne scars, aging, and hyperpigmentation. It has antibacterial properties and helps to speed up the healing of existing acne as well as prevent future breakouts. It helps to remove blackheads and reduces skin oiliness. It also helps to remove dead skin cells resulting in brighter, smoother, glowing skin.
Egg Whites help to tighten the skin and shrink pores. They contribute to maintaining elasticity in the skin and can reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Raw Honey, as I talked about in my last skin care post, draws moisture to the skin and helps to retain it. It also has antibacterial properties and helps to heal the skin.
This is my single most favorite homemade face treatment and it has done the most for my skin when it comes to face masks.
My hubby even uses it 😉
*Remember that this is my personal opinion and these are my results. Some people may have different reactions to the products used, so always do a patch test on your skin if you are not sure how it will react! It may not work for everyone. Lemon can be a little stinging on sensitive skin, so use less if you find it irritates yours.
- 1 Egg White
- ½ T. Raw Honey
- ½ T. Fresh Lemon Juice
- Place all ingredients in a deep bowl. Whip briskly with a fork or whisk until foamy, 1-2 minutes.
- Wash and dry your face, and then, using your fingers or a small brush, spread the mixture over your entire face, avoiding the eye area. I like to spread it on as thickly as possible without it dripping.
- Leave the mask on for 30 minutes, or until it has completely dried and feels tight on your skin.
- Rinse the mask off with warm water, using a washcloth to gently wipe the mask away.
- Splash your face with very cold water and gently pat dry.
I’m totally going to try this! Super easy. Super inexpensive. Definitely do-able. Do you use it every day?
When my skin is having a hard time I will use this every day. But if your skin is sensitive to these ingredients, or if you don’t break out very often then I would only do it once or maybe twice a week!
Can I keep the white egg, honey & lemon mixture in the fridge for a few days?
Hi Laure,
It should keep for 2-3 days in the fridge =)
Hi kayley! Can I use this face mask as overnight face mask? Pls pls let me know!!
hi.
Rachel than a lala 49 years old I’m using the musk daily it works magic. It makes the make up to look astonishing.
Regards
try it on….
I am 40 years old and want my skin to achieve a natural look. which is the best using home remedies or to go for this skin tightening treatment.
This DIY skin tightening mask is really effective to get a firm skin.
I am trying this home remedy for the first time and I am wondering will it smooth away laugh lines appreciate any info given
How many times a week i can use it?
Sumera, I would say about 3 times a week. That’s what I go with and it seems to be a good amount =)
Sorry, what does the “T” mean in the recipe? I’m german and I have no idea what the translation of the “T” could be
Hi Kerstin! T stands for tablespoon. A lowercase t would be for teaspoon =)
A capital T means tablespoon…….and small letter t means teaspoon.
I am a vegetarian. What can I use instead of egg. Thanks in advance
Hi Meena, I’m not sure that I know of a substitute for egg whites in this mask, since the egg is specifically what tightens the skin. You could just do a honey and lemon mask for brightening and moisturizing. I thought eggs were alright to use when keeping to a Vegetarian diet. Vegan wouldn’t allow it, though. Sorry I’m not more help! =)
Thank you
Aloe vera
raw aloe vera could be used instead of eggwhite. it even has the same consistency.
Really? I’ll try it out. :->
Really? I’ll try it out. :->
Thanks.
Might be a silly question but I don’t buy regular eggs. I like the egg white cartons. Do you think that would still be ok to use?
I think it would be fine. As long as they’re real egg whites they should give the same results =)
Do you moisturize straight afterwards as well? Just tried the mask, skin feels so good!
I do! I love to massage in a little olive oil afterwards =) Glad you like it!
hi can i use calamansi as a substitute to lemon? tnx
Hi Joyce! I think it would be fine to use….maybe not quite as effective, but still somewhat similar =)
Can you recommend a facial mask that will tigten for sensitive skin….the egg white and honey mask irritated my face very bad…..red an itchy bumps HELP PLEASE!!!!
Hi Kita! I’m sorry it irritated your skin! You could try it without the lemon, that is probably what irritated it if it’s super sensitive. The egg white is what tightens the skin. The lemon is for brightening.
HI ,KAYLEY…. IN THAT I DIDN’T USE A LEMON NOTHING BUT EGG WHITE AND HONEY…..SO WLL THE YOKE OF THE EGG TIGHTEN AS WELL AS THE EGG WHITE OR CAN I USE SOMETHING ELSE…..HOW CAN I SOOTH THE IRRITATION.
Hellow 😀
Can I substitute the lemon forthe lime? Does it have the same effects?
Thanks 🙂
You could, but I’m not sure that it will have the same effect as lemon would.
I tried the mask, so far I’m loving it, but I’m wondering. I used regular honey, and I don’t think it was raw. Is it useless putting the honey in if it isn’t raw?
No, It’s not useless! Honey, raw or not, is a humectant, and will help hold moisture into your skin. It also helps the mixture be a bit more sticky so it stays on your face better! =)
hi, can we refrigerate whats left for the next treatment?
Hi Tracey! Yes, you could keep it refrigerated and use it again. I keep it for three days, but no more than that. =)
Is the honey supposed rp be solid before measured? I just bought raw honey for the first time and its a soft solid, no fluidness to it
For several weeks I’ve been intending on trying this mask. Well it’s on my face now & I’m really excited to see the out come. Thanks for posting this mask for me to check out. It’s been on my face for over 30 minutes but it’s not quite dry just yet. Should I leave it on longer or take it off now?
You’re welcome, Deanna! You should be good to take it off after 30 minutes, though it usually dries in about half that time for me. Thanks for stopping by!
This is so wonderful! I only just used this mask for the first time tonight and my skin is so soft and smooth! love it!
This face Mask is so effective to get tightening skin.I like this DIY Face mask.
I substituted orange juice for lemon juice and got fantastic results – the citrus was still there as an ingredient and really helped clean my pores. I’ve been using it for a few months now and I love it. Thanks so much!
Good to know! Thank you for sharing your results, I’m sure it will help out those who have wondered about citrus substitutions!
Great post.
Wonderful post!
I am allergic to honey however, is there a suitable substitute?
Thank you
Thank you Melody! You could try using real maple syrup or agave nectar. They wouldn’t have the same benefits as honey, but would help give the mask a similar texture.
Hello Kayley
Can u please tel me with in how many months I will get rid of pores.Have used once I think its effective but can u please tel me the exact period
I have a pimples dark scares so what I do for that please suggest…..
Hi I’m 49years lady I have a pimples and dark spot and the scars ple tell me some home remedy recipe thx
I think lemon is best for fading scars and dark spots! 🙂 just my experience tho!
I’m a 15 year old teenager and I’m sensitive to acne breakouts and stuff. For how many times should I use this for the whole week?
Hi! I would use this mask either once a week or once every two weeks depending on how sensitive your skin is. This mask shouldn’t break you out but for me lemon sometimes tends to dry my skin out. Hope this helps!
You could try a natural brightening mask, which is extremely easy and very effective. Mash up 3 – 5 strawberries and apply to your face, leaving on for 10 -15 minutes, Rinse or wipe off with natural floral water. Strawberries are high in Vitamin C and have slightly acidic properties so will leave your skin cleansed and glowing
PLZ ALSO TELL MASK WITH GRAM FLOUR
Thank u much for sharing this great way to how to make us radiance and younger I try it .
THANKYOU for posting this it’s helps me a lot I love it
I’M USING THIS FOR MY FACE,IT IS WORK….
I’m about to try it tonight. Is it only applicable to a face? Can I try it to other part of my body? Thanks! Hope to hear from u soon. Godbless 🙂
Lemon is so great for fading acne scars and reducing redness! I always like masks that tighten when they dry because I can feel that it’s doing something! Haha. the only thing that fixes my breakouts and scarring is natural ingredients!! Thank you for the great mask 🙂
Can o use on neck for sagging ?
I would like to use it before bed time And do I mostorise after mask. ?
Hi, Instead of only egg whites can we use a whole eggs?
P.S another tip for those who don’t use lemon is olive oil, amazing results.
Hi m just about to try it…….. Came across this post looking for something to use 4 hyperpigmentation m south African black woman my face is bad due to bad creams. Hope this works for me dont know what else to do……… Thanx in advance…… Ill be back with feedback
Hello! Can I use lime instead of lemon?
Hi there, your mask sounds wonderful. Is reconstituted lemon juice ok to use? As fresh lemons are very expensive at the moment, thank you
I gave it a go and liked it. I’ll keep it up for several months and see if I can achieve good results. I love that I don’t have to buy expensive products in plastic with natural recipes!
What have your results been Bar?
Thanks for sharing us..
I’ve been looking for something like this for months! I’m going to try it tonight =)
What other DIY beauty tips and or treatments do you have?
Thanks,
Dee