Now I’ve discovered the home made facial mask. It does make a difference – my skin becomes softened and plumped, if only for 24 hours. More to the point, it makes me feel better. Feeling better is something I can’t buy in the supermarket.

Then there’s the virtuous pleasure of being frugal as well. All these ingredients are commonly in my kitchen.

Powdered Milk

• Mix up a thick paste of powdered milk with water, thick enough so it doesn’t run down over neck onto your clothes.
• Pat it on your face. Leave for 15 minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water then a dash of cold water.

Avocado, Honey and Egg

• 2 tablespoons of avocado
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 egg yolk
• Mash up the avocado, add the honey and egg. Mix it all together.
• Apply for ten minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water then a dash of cold water.

Banana

• You need a ripe banana.
• Mash it up until it’s creamy.
• Spread on your face and leave for 15 minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water then a dash of cold water.

More home made facials (and a bath) to make you feel better

Bathe like Cleopatra and Poppaea
Extra quick honey mask

I read in an old magazine at the dentist I should make myself an egg mask for clear, soft and lively looking skin. I’m not sure what lively looking skin is, but I’m pretty sure I want it.

Anything’s worth a try sometimes.

Egg Yolk and Honey Mask

1 tablespoon honey, 1 egg yolk, 1/2 teaspoon almond oil and 1 tablespoon yogurt

Mix together and apply to your face. Leave for 20 minutes to half an hour.

I tried it, my skin feels softer, but nothing to make a fuss about. If I find a really good do-it-yourself facemask I’ll let you know.