DIY Avocado Face Mask, Body Scrub, and Deep Conditioner

Avocado fruits are incredibly nutritious and provide countless health benefits. One such benefit is its ability to promote healthy skin. Vitamin E, a nutrient that is vital for skin care, is ever-present in avocado and works wonders whether you decide to eat avocados or – you guessed it – apply them directly to your skin!

Here are 5 easy all-natural, plant-based DIY recipes for avocado face masks, body scrubs, and deep conditioner that are sure to make your skin shine! Get ready for some relaxation time and let’s get started!

1. Avocado–Lemon Body Scrub

Ingredients

1. • 1 avocado
   • ¼ cup sugar
   • ½ lemon

Directions

1. Cut avocado into halves, remove pit and scoop out the insides, placing them into a small bowl.
2. Add sugar to bowl
3. Squeeze lemon juice into bowl
4. Stir well, until one smooth, even mixture
5. Apply during a bath/shower
6. May last in a closed and refrigerated container for a few days.

 2. Salty Avocado Body Scrub

Ingredients

2. • 1 avocado
   • 1 ½ tbsp coconut oil (or other oil of preference)
   • ¼ cup Epsom Salt

Directions

1. Cut avocado into halves, remove pit and scoop out the insides, placing them into a small bowl
2. Add coconut oil and Epsom salt to bowl
3. Stir well, until one smooth, even mixture
4. Apply during a bath/shower
5. Best if used immediately

 3. Avo-Nana Face Mask

Ingredients

3. • 1 avocado
   • 1 banana
   • 1 small-medium lemon

Directions

1. Cut avocado into halves, remove pit and scoop out the insides, placing them into a small bowl
2. Peel banana and place into bowl
3. Squeeze lemon into bowl
4. Mash and mix well until smooth and evenly mixed
5. Apply to face, being careful of eyes, and leave on for 5-10 minutes
6. May last in a closed and refrigerated container for a few days

 4. Avocado Oatmeal face mask

Ingredients

4. • 1 avocado
   • ¼ cup dry rolled or steel cut oats
   • 1/8 cup almond milk (or other plant-based milk of your preference)

Directions

1. Cut avocado into halves, remove pit and scoop out the insides, placing them into a small bowl
2. Add oats and almond milk to bowl
3. Stir well until smooth and evenly mixed
4. Let sit for a few minutes so that the oats can take in most or all of the almond milk
5. Apply to face, being careful of eyes, and leave on for 5-10 minutes
6. May last in a closed and refrigerated container for a few days, however it is far preferable to use it as soon as possible

5. Dry Scalp Deep Conditioner with Avocado and Rosemary

Ingredients

5. • 1 avocado
   • 1 tbsp rosemary
   • A few drops of your essential oil of choice

Directions

1. Cut avocado into halves, remove pit and scoop out the insides, placing them into a small bowl
2. Add rosemary to bowl
3. Add a few drops of your essential oil until you have achieved a desirable scent
4. Stir well until smooth and evenly mixed
5. Apply to scalp and wet hair, leave on for 5-10 minutes, massaging scalp occasionally
6. Rinse thoroughly
7. Use immediately

The most important thing to remember through all of this is to enjoy it! Be happy knowing that your skin is soaking in nutrients that will keep it healthy and make it feel amazing. Relax and use this as a time to take care of yourself. Have fun with these recipes!