Lemon is one of those aromatic plants that can be used in face masks and whose juice is potential in providing many beauty benefits to the skin. Lemon juice contains L-asorbic acid, a natural astringent which dries out the acne, as well as antibacterial compounds that fight acne-producing bacteria.
You may be surprised to hear that the secret ingredient in this treatment is actually lemon juice, nutmeg, cinnamon and honey. Lemon is particularly effective in treating acne and acne scars. Honey contains antibacterial properties which help to fade acne scarring and dark marks. Cinnamon helps fade acne scars and reducing swelling and redness from acne. Last, nutmeg helps reduce swellings and redness from acne.
Lemon Face Mask Recipe for Acne Scars
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- Mix well all the above ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
- Using clean finger tips, apply a thick coat of the mixture onto your face.
- Sit for 15 to 30 minutes to let the face mask settle and get absorbed deep into your skin.
- Rinse off with warm water and pat dry with a clean towel.
- You are sure to notice a delightful improvement to your acne scars which will appear less visible than before!
This mask is ideal for people who suffer from breakouts and acne scars as all of the ingredients are highly beneficial to acne prone skin. If your skin is very sensitive, reddens easily, or generally doesn't behave, stick with a couple hours at first before experimenting with longer durations.
