Refreshing Homemade Mint Face Pack for Oily Skin in Summer

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Oily skin requires extra care during the summer to prevent skin-related issues such as pimples and blemishes. Instead of relying on expensive and chemical-based products, you can find relief for oily skin by using mint-based face packs. Natural ingredients, like mint, can be effective in managing oily skin. Mint is particularly well-known for its refreshing qualities and its capacity to regulate excess oil production. Mint leaves offer several benefits for the skin, including cooling properties and the ability to reduce facial swelling. 

Here,  you will find mint-based face pack recipes for oily skin in summer. With these refreshing homemade mint face packs. achieve an oil-free skin., achieving a balanced and rejuvenated complexion for oily skin has never been easier. 

So, treat yourself to the natural goodness of mint and enjoy a rejuvenating spa-like experience in the comfort of your own home."

Refreshing Homemade Mint Face Pack for Oily Skin in Summer

Mint is a fantastic ingredient for oily skin due to its natural astringent properties. Here are a couple of mint-based face pack recipes specifically tailored for oily skin:

Homemade Mint Face Pack Recipes

Refreshing Homemade Mint Face Pack for Oily Skin in Summer

1. Mint and Lemon Face Pack:

 

Ingredients: Fresh mint leaves or mint essential oil, Lemon juice, Multani mitti (Fuller's earth) or bentonite clay and Rosewater.

 Instructions:

1. Preparation of Mint Paste:

   - Wash and crush a handful of fresh mint leaves into a fine paste. Alternatively, if you're using mint essential oil, dilute a few drops in water.

2. Mixing the Face Pack:

   - In a clean bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of multani mitti or bentonite clay with 1 tablespoon of mint paste or diluted mint essential oil.

   - Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the mixture. Lemon juice helps to control oiliness and brighten the skin.

3. Adjust Consistency:

   - Gradually add rose water to the mixture until you achieve a smooth paste-like consistency.

4. Application:

   - Apply the mixture evenly to your cleansed face, avoiding the eye area.

   - Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes or until it dries completely.

5. Rinsing Off:

   - Once dry, rinse the pack off with lukewarm water.

   - Pat your skin dry with a clean towel.

6. Moisturizing:

   - Follow up with an oil-free moisturizer suitable for oily skin.

 

2. Mint and Yogurt Face Pack:

 

Ingredients: Fresh mint leaves or mint essential oil, Plain yogurt (unsweetened), Gram flour (besan) and Honey (optional)

 Instructions:

1. Preparation of Mint Paste:

   - Crush fresh mint leaves into a fine paste or dilute mint essential oil in water.

2. Mixing the Face Pack:

   - In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt with 1 tablespoon of gram flour (besan).

   - Add the mint paste or diluted mint essential oil to the mixture.

   - Optionally, add 1 teaspoon of honey for additional moisturizing benefits.

3. Application:

   - Apply the mixture evenly to your cleansed face.

   - Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes.

4. Rinsing Off:

   - Once dry, rinse off the pack with lukewarm water.

5. Moisturizing:

   - Follow up with a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer suitable for oily skin.

 

3. Mint and Cucumber Face Pack:

Ingredients: Fresh mint leaves or mint essential oil, Cucumber, Oatmeal (grounded) and  Aloe vera gel

 Instructions:

1. Preparation of Mint Paste:

   - Crush fresh mint leaves into a fine paste or dilute mint essential oil in water.

2. Mixing the Face Pack:

   - Peel and grate half a cucumber.

   - In a bowl, mix the grated cucumber with 2 tablespoons of oatmeal and 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.

   - Add the mint paste or diluted mint essential oil to the mixture and blend well.

3. Application:

   - Apply the mixture evenly to your cleansed face.

   - Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes.

4. Rinsing Off:

   - Once dry, rinse off the pack with lukewarm water.

5. Moisturizing:

   - Follow up with a light, oil-free moisturizer suitable for oily skin.

Benefits:

- Cucumber helps to hydrate and soothe the skin while controlling oiliness.

- Oatmeal acts as a gentle exfoliant, removing dead skin cells and excess oil.

- Aloe vera gel provides additional hydration and soothes any irritation.

 

4. Mint and Neem Face Pack:

 

Ingredients:

- Fresh mint leaves or mint essential oil

- Neem leaves or neem powder

- Turmeric powder

- Plain yogurt (unsweetened)

Instructions:

1. Preparation of Mint Paste:

   - Crush fresh mint leaves into a fine paste or dilute mint essential oil in water.

2. Preparation of Neem Paste:

   - Crush neem leaves into a fine paste or use neem powder.

3. Mixing the Face Pack:

   - In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of neem paste or neem powder with 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder.

   - Add 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt and the mint paste or diluted mint essential oil to the mixture. Mix well.

4. Application:

   - Apply the mixture evenly to your cleansed face.

   - Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes.

5. Rinsing Off:

   - Once dry, rinse off the pack with lukewarm water.

6. Moisturizing:

   - Follow up with a light, oil-free moisturizer suitable for oily skin.

Benefits:

- Neem has antibacterial properties that help to fight acne and prevent breakouts.

- Turmeric helps to reduce inflammation and brighten the skin.

- Yogurt contains lactic acid, which gently exfoliates and moisturizes the skin.

 

7. Mint and Green Tea Face Pack:

Ingredients:

- Fresh mint leaves or mint essential oil

- Green tea leaves or green tea powder

- Honey

- Yogurt (unsweetened)

Instructions:

1. Preparation of Mint Paste:

   - Crush fresh mint leaves into a fine paste or dilute mint essential oil in water.

2. Preparation of Green Tea Infusion:

   - Steep green tea leaves or green tea powder in hot water for a few minutes. Allow it to cool.

3. Mixing the Face Pack:

   - In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of green tea infusion with 1 tablespoon of yogurt and 1 tablespoon of honey.

   - Add the mint paste or diluted mint essential oil to the mixture and blend well.

4. Application:

   - Apply the mixture evenly to your cleansed face.

   - Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes.

5. Rinsing Off:

   - Once dry, rinse off the pack with lukewarm water.

6. Moisturizing:

   - Follow up with a light, oil-free moisturizer suitable for oily skin.

Benefits:

- Green tea contains antioxidants that help to reduce oiliness and calm inflammation.

- Honey is a natural humectant that helps to retain moisture in the skin.

- Yogurt contains lactic acid, which gently exfoliates and brightens the skin.

 

8. Mint and Papaya Face Pack:

 Ingredients:

- Fresh mint leaves or mint essential oil

- Ripe papaya

- Honey

- Besan (gram flour)

Instructions:

1. Preparation of Mint Paste:

   - Crush fresh mint leaves into a fine paste or dilute mint essential oil in water.

2. Preparation of Papaya Puree:

   - Mash a ripe papaya into a smooth puree.

3. Mixing the Face Pack:

   - In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of papaya puree with 1 tablespoon of besan and 1 tablespoon of honey.

   - Add the mint paste or diluted mint essential oil to the mixture and blend well.

4. Application:

   - Apply the mixture evenly to your cleansed face.

   - Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes.

5. Rinsing Off:

   - Once dry, rinse off the pack with lukewarm water.

6. Moisturizing:

   - Follow up with a light, oil-free moisturizer suitable for oily skin.

Benefits:

- Papaya contains enzymes that help to exfoliate dead skin cells and control oiliness.

- Besan (gram flour) helps to absorb excess oil and impurities from the skin.

- Honey provides hydration and soothes the skin.

  

9. Mint and Orange Peel Face Pack:

Ingredients:

- Fresh mint leaves or mint essential oil

- Dried orange peel powder

- Yogurt (unsweetened)

- Turmeric powder

Instructions:

1. Preparation of Mint Paste:

   - Crush fresh mint leaves into a fine paste or dilute mint essential oil in water.

2. Mixing the Face Pack:

   - In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of dried orange peel powder with 1 tablespoon of yogurt and a pinch of turmeric powder.

   - Add the mint paste or diluted mint essential oil to the mixture and blend well.

3. Application:

   - Apply the mixture evenly to your cleansed face.

   - Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes.

4. Rinsing Off:

   - Once dry, rinse off the pack with lukewarm water.

5. Moisturizing:

   - Follow up with a light, oil-free moisturizer suitable for oily skin.

Benefits:

- Orange peel powder contains citric acid, which helps to control oiliness and brighten the skin.

- Yogurt provides hydration and soothes the skin.

- Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties that help to calm irritated skin.

 

10. Mint and Honeydew Melon Face Pack:

Ingredients:

- Fresh mint leaves or mint essential oil

- Honeydew melon chunks

- Aloe vera gel

- Cornstarch (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preparation of Mint Paste:

   - Crush fresh mint leaves into a fine paste or dilute mint essential oil in water.

2. Preparation of Honeydew Melon Puree:

   - Blend honeydew melon chunks into a smooth puree.

3. Mixing the Face Pack:

   - In a bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of honeydew melon puree with 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.

   - Add the mint paste or diluted mint essential oil to the mixture and blend well.

   - Optionally, add a small amount of cornstarch to thicken the mixture if needed.

4. Application:

   - Apply the mixture evenly to your cleansed face.

   - Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes.

5. Rinsing Off:

   - Once dry, rinse off the pack with lukewarm water.

6. Moisturizing:

   - Follow up with a light, oil-free moisturizer suitable for oily skin.

Benefits:

- Honeydew melon is rich in vitamins and antioxidants that help to nourish and hydrate the skin.

- Aloe vera gel soothes and moisturizes the skin, preventing it from becoming overly dry.

- Cornstarch helps to absorb excess oil, leaving the skin mattified and refreshed.

 

These additional face pack recipes offer unique combinations of ingredients to address oily skin concerns effectively while incorporating the refreshing properties of mint. Enjoy trying out these homemade treatments!