Tired of oily skin and all the skin troubles it brings along? We obtain it, managing oily skin is very the challenge when you are also working with open pores, greasiness, breakouts and tones of other skin concerns. However, we’ve got the right news for you! There are a few super-helpful homemade face masks from your kitchen (sans the harsh ingredients, of course) which have been passed down generations after generations to help you manage oily skin and give you a clear, spot-free complexion minus any parlour facials.

What Causes Oily Skin?

Oily skin is the result of the overproduction of sebum from sebaceous glands. This could be caused by genetic, environmental, medication or hormonal changes. With an excessive amount of oil being secreted, your pores have a tendency to get blocked with dead skin, bacteria or oil itself, giving rise to acne.

Face packs can help revive dull, oily and tire-looking skin and are a great addition to your daily skincare routine. If you are looking for easy, homemade face packs that can rejuvenate your skin, control excess oil and tackle skin concerns like pimples, spots and tan and also help you relax - we have the perfect recipes for you!

Activated Charcoal Face Pack

Charcoal is a fantastic ingredient for oily and combination skin and it helps deep cleanse pores to remove all dirt and grime. Coupled with soothing aloe goodness, this exfoliating face mask revives dull, blotchy skin and prevents acne too!

 Ingredients: 

1 tbsp activated charcoal powder

2 tbsp aloe vera gel

How to use: Mix the ingredients and apply onto face evenly. Let it sit for 20 minutes and wash off with cold water. Repeat once or twice weekly.

Egg White and Lemon Pore-Tightening Face Pack

If large pores, blackheads are your major skin concern, try out this egg white and lemon juice face mask that tightens pores, removes dirt and impurities and works like a charm for oily skin. Mix a small amount of tea tree oil in this nose and mouth mask assuming you have sensitive or irritated skin.

Ingredients: 

1 Egg white

Few drops of lemon juice

2-3 drops of tea tree oil

How to use: Mix all the ingredients thoroughly and apply them to your face with a face pack brush. Wash it off with lukewarm water after 15-20 mins. Use this mask once or twice weekly for great results!

Clay and Rose Water Face Pack

Clay masks work like a charm for oily, blend and acne-prone skin types. They absorb excess oil, reduce breakouts and leave your skin layer matte, clear and fresh. You could also then add refreshing rose water and tea tree oil to the mix.

Ingredients: 

1-2 tbsp of clay (bentonite or any other clay)

2-3 drops of rose water

2-3 drops of tea tree oil (optional)

How to use: Mix all the ingredients thoroughly and apply them to your face by using a face pack brush. Wash it off with lukewarm water after 15-20 mins. Utilize it twice or thrice a week.

Hydrating Oatmeal and Honey Face Pack

Rich in antioxidants and antibacterial properties, oatmeal exfoliates, soothes and hydrates dry, irritated or acne-prone skin gently. Honey deep cleanses pores and works wonders for oily skin too!

Ingredients: 

1 tbsp of powdered oats

1-2 tbsp honey

2-3 tbsp water (can use rose water or milk)

How to use: Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and apply it evenly across your face and neck. Leave it on for 15-20 mins and wash off with lukewarm water. Use twice or thrice weekly for maximum results.

Neem Leaves and Turmeric Face Pack

Both these miracle ingredients are known for their skin healing properties. Loaded with antibacterial and antifungal properties, neem fights against acne, oily skin and blemishes while turmeric lightens spots and blemishes.

Ingredients: 

1 tbsp of neem leaves paste

1/2 tbsp turmeric powder

2-3 tbsp water

How to use: Mix all the ingredients in a bowl, add water if the mixture is too thick. Apply it evenly across your face and neck and leave it on for 15-20 mins. Wash off with water and pat dry that person. Use thrice a week for optimum results.

Multani Mitti and Rose Water Face Pack

This age-old recipe utilized by our moms and grandmothers is probably the most popular homemade masks, and rightly so. Fuller’s earth, popular as multani mitti, is extremely beneficial for oily or acne-prone skin. Its anti-inflammatory effect helps you get rid of excess dirt and oil while rosewater really helps to calm skin.

Ingredients: 

1 tbsp multani mitti (Fuller’s earth)

1 tbsp rose water

How to use: Mix the ingredients in a bowl and blend well to avoid lumps. Apply the pack evenly across your face. Wait until it dries and then wash off with water. Use it twice a week for optimum results.

If you are wondering how to add a face pack to your weekly or daily skincare routine, here are a few steps you can follow:

Cleanse your face by using a mild face wash and follow this task with a gentle exfoliating scrub as it helps to remove dirt and grime from skin and allows it to get all the nutrients and substances from your face packs that follow.

Apply toner or a hydrating essence using cotton pads to prep your face for the face pack.

Use your favourite face pack and let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes. You can relax and unwind with a book meanwhile! Wash it off with lukewarm water.

Apply a gentle moisturizer based on your skin type and abide by it up with a broad-spectrum sunscreen in your AM skincare routine. In the nighttime skincare routine, you can apply an intensely nourishing under-eye cream and abide by it up with a serum and a moisturizer.