Jul 27

DIY Honey Aspirin Mask

The optional theme for The Fit Dish (hosted by Jill Conyers @ JillConyers.com, & Jessica Joy @ TheFitSwitch.org) is…Natural Beauty!

Apparently, I’m two for two on psychic ability (first with the salad recipe, and now this!)! I wrote about 5 simple health tips last week that would in turn promote natural beauty, so there you go! <3

What are your #tips for #natural #beauty? #dishthefit #beautytips #sweatpink #girlsgonesporty

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But wait! There’s more! I completely forgot that one of the billions of posts/drafts that I have pending happens to be my favorite (and at present, only) “mask” treatment that I try to do every once in a while!

I’m not sure if I’ve ever mentioned this here, but I have a weakness for skincare products, but I’m perpetually poor (let’s go with…)frugal, so I only ever “window-shop” online. Thanks to my go-green, tree-hugger status as a human being, however, I’ve discovered that I can use normal household products to make a lot of things myself.

This is my tried-and-true go-to face mask for whenever I feel like my skin’s getting a little too rough/annoyed with the trials and tribulations of life. The first time I made and used one was back in 2008 (yay college!). It went something like this:

F: I’m gonna do it!
J: Okay. Let me know how it goes!

(20 minutes later)

F: Holy crud! :O!!! This is awesome!

My roommate couldn’t stop touching my face. :O

Aspirin comes from the bark off of a willow tree. The salicylic acid in it has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that can help to treat acne/inflammation, and also acts as an exfoliant in this mask. At ~98 cents per bottle of uncoated aspirin, it is also dirt cheap, so even my student budget can afford it!

Honey is a natural antioxidant with antimicrobial properties. It can help your skin to retain moisture, and is also fairly inexpensive, so hooray for that! If you happen to have any honey that crystallized over the winter and is still in that form, that works perfectly for this!

…and it really can’t get much easier than 3 ingredients. So have fun! I’m hoping to roll out with a couple more of these DIY skin care recipes throughout the year!

DIY Honey Aspirin Mask

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Ingredients:

  • honey
  • 4-5 uncoated aspirin tablets
  • water

Instructions:

  1. Sprinkle droplets of water onto each tablet (I usually add 3 drops per tablet, and give it a little time to disintegrate), then mash into a paste.
  2. Add just enough honey to incorporate the aspirin-water mixture.
  3. Spread in an even layer onto your face.
  4. Leave on for 10-15 minutes. (I’d recommend keeping a plate underneath your face in case the honey* you use is super runny.
  5. Rinse off with warm water.

*Honey that’s crystallized because it’s effing cold in the winter tends to work really well!

In case you needed semi-step-by-step instructions for #1 and #2…

Smush em' a couple times after adding water and you should be good to go!

Smush em’ a couple times after adding water and you should be good to go!

Why yes, I'm upcycling a hummus container lid as a plate. Waste not!

(Why yes, I am indeed upcycling a hummus container lid to use as a plate because all my dishes were packed up. Waste not!)

Try this 3-Ingredient #DIY #Honey Aspirin Mask! #dishthefit #naturalbeauty #beauty #tutorials

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NOTE: If you have an inquisitive/curious pet, I would suggest having them stay away with you while you have this sucker on, unless you want a faceful of fur stuck to you (and a pet to give a bath to). :O

  • What are your natural beauty tips?
  • Have you ever made your own skin care products? Share them with me in the comments!

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Disclaimer: Please realize that I am not a dermatologist, nor am I a physician yet. The statements made here should not be taken as medical advice to treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please contact your own physician or health care provider before starting a health or fitness/wellness program or treatment.

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  1. I used to make a similar mask years ago (just without the honey). I haven’t made it in forever because I’ve had difficulties finding uncoated aspirin unfortunately.

    I’m going to go look for some so that I can try it again with honey this time!
    Elle recently posted…Biofreeze Reviews. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. Plus, How to Get $47.88 (53%) OFF via AmazonMy Profile

    1. It’s definitely harder to find these days–I remember when I first started making these, there’d be a bunch to pick from, but when I went earlier this year to get a bottle, there were only 3 tiny bottles in the entire store (hidden in the very back of a shelf)! :[ Sad times.

      Hope you manage to unearth some somewhere! :]

  2. awesome DIY mask!! Being a bit frugal these days, I am super excited to test it out! I have been avoiding purchasing new skin care products (i am almost out) so Im goign to give this a try first!

    Thanks for sharing!
    Diana recently posted…UnManic MondayMy Profile

    1. I’ve been trying to use up all the skin care products I have before I go out to get more, but…at this rate, if I just make all my own products, I may not even need to! :P

  3. I love using aspirin on breakouts. I buy the powdered kind to make a paste when I feel a pimple coming on. I worked with a woman from Barbados years ago ,and she was like 70 with the most gorgeous skin. I asked her what her secret was and she said, “sea salt and rosewater scrub …you make it yourself, keep it in a jar and use it twice a day” I don’t use it daily, but I definitely still use it from time to time and it makes your skin so soft and bright. I really should get back into it now that I’m turning 35! Eeeek!
    Erin@BeetsPerMinute recently posted…Natural Detox Foods (Guest Contributor)My Profile

    1. Whatwhat, I never even knew you could buy it in powdered form! (Then I can skip the smushing part, hahaha.) I’m definitely going to have to check out how to make that sea salt + rose water scrub! It sounds amazing! <3

  4. So interesting! I have never heard of this! I may have to try it out!
    Brittany Suell recently posted…2015 Vision BoardMy Profile

    1. Let me know if you do! :]

  5. What a great idea! I might have to give this a try, maybe it would help with my puffy eyes :P Thanks for sharing! :)
    Annmarie recently posted…Grokker Mad Lib & #1MillionMinutes Challenge!My Profile

    1. Ooo…I’ve been meaning to make cucumber packs for puffy eyes–that’ll have to be my next project!

  6. What a great idea! I’m always looking for something to help my wrinkles!
    Julie @ Running in a Skirt recently posted…Southern Spicy Black Bean BurgerMy Profile

    1. Julie, I have not seen a single wrinkle on you ever! You are gorgeous! I’m not sure if this mask does much for wrinkles, but maybe the antioxidant part of the honey? :D It’ll leave your skin supersuper soft though!

  7. I’ve made relaxing bath salts and oils. Does that count? I’m intrigued about adding the aspirin for a face mask. Thanks for sharing the knowledge with the #fitfam!
    jill conyers recently posted…Inspirational Quote: Live the Width of LifeMy Profile

    1. Indeed it does! :D I want to try making a bath bomb one of these days!

      Thanks for the fun theme! :]

  8. Hmm, this is interesting! I would’ve never thought to use aspirin in a face mask!
    Liz recently posted…Best Snacks to Beat the Junk-Food CravingsMy Profile

    1. It’s a super wonderful exfoliator! :D!

  9. I deal with acne every now and then (I’m lucky it is much better than it used to be), so I am totally intrigued by this. I need to try it!
    Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl recently posted…Sparkling Berry Kombucha SpritzerMy Profile

    1. For serious! Mine used to bother me a lot more, but thankfully has subsided (thank you, hormones >_>). Let me know if you do! :]

  10. I am always up for DIY cheaper ideas. This looks great I guarantee I will be trying it! Thanks for sharing.
    kristy @runawaybridalplanner recently posted…Hiking Landscape ArchMy Profile

    1. As am I! Let me know how it works for you! :D!

  11. I never would’ve thought to use aspirin in a mask, I have to try this! I have combination skin so I have a hard time with skin care products.
    Channing recently posted…Lakeside Saturday & A Birthday CelebrationMy Profile

    1. I hope this works for you! My skin is definitely on the drier end of the spectrum (with a little more oiliness in the T-zone area)–this is a reallyyy great exfoliator! :]

  12. aspirin masks are so awesome! And honey is one of my favorite skin loving ingredients :)
    Pragati // Simple Medicine recently posted…Clean-Up Your Skin Care RoutineMy Profile

    1. Agreed! :D This is probably my favorite out of all the DIY skin care products I’ve made, buttt…the night is young! There are so many more! :P

  13. Wow! Awesome…I’ve always heard that crushing an aspirin tablet and applying it to the face helps with acne, but I didn’t know if it was true or not.

    I have never made my own beauty product. I think the only thing I’ve done is put coconut oil in my hair!
    Kayla recently posted…Grokker At-Home WorkoutsMy Profile

    1. Everyone’s skin is different, so I’m sure it doesn’t work for everyone, but it’s a frugal alternative to buying in-store skin care products with a bunch of other chemicals in it!

      I still need to try that! I’ve heard so many great things about coconut oil for hair/skin! :]

  14. I keep it pretty simple with witch hazel, rose water and almond oil for my face. I’ve never tried an aspirin mask!
    Earl-Leigh recently posted…Diva’s Guide to Getting Fit and Healthy| ReviewMy Profile

    1. Ooo, that sounds awesome! I don’t think I’ve ever tried anything with rose water or almond oil in it, but I’ve heard it’s awesome for the skin! :]

  15. Ha! I don’t buy aspirin because I never use such things – I deal with headache pain if I get one, lol – but maybe now I should for face mask purposes!
    GiGi Eats recently posted…GUEST POST: How I Became Empowered By My “History”My Profile

    1. Agreed! I’m the same way, and pretty much only have aspirin because I want to make these masks. :P Good thing they’re nice and cheap!

  16. Now that’s interesting ;)
    Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine recently posted…Millet: The Gluten-Free Grain Not “Just For Birds”My Profile

    1. Tis a way to save money andddd a creative outlet, haw haw haw! :P

  17. Ohh I need to try this! I love DIY beauty. My favorite is oil mixtures for my face.
    Amanda recently posted…28 Day Nutrition Challenge {Review}My Profile

    1. DIY beauty is a lot of fun! :D Do you have any favorite mixtures of oils? :O

  18. Wow, this looks awesome! I can’t imagine how happy your face must feel after this. I had no idea about this recipe. I can’t wait to try it. FUN!!! Thanks for sharing. And, nice mind-reading skills. lol
    Jessica Joy recently posted…Natural Zit ZappersMy Profile

    1. Indeed it does! :D I’d forgotten about a couple of the ones that you shared–I need to try making em’ again! :P That “time of the month” is unfortunately approaching!

  19. What an interesting combo!! I bet it your skin feels amazing after. Honey does good things.
    Melanie recently posted…Fitness Traps 2My Profile

    1. It would help if I made a complete sentence. lol
      Melanie recently posted…Fitness Traps 2My Profile

      1. hahaha, all good! :P I know what you meant!

    2. It definitely does! :D I need to try something with olive oil next! :O

  20. I need to try this! Very creative! I would have not thought of the aspirin!
    Mary Beth Jackson recently posted…Natural Beauty? It is just ME!My Profile

    1. I’m kinda weird, so I like reading ingredient labels of things, and noticed that a lot of acne skin products had salicylic acid in it, aka aspirin, so I looked it up, and bam! Yayy for saving money! :P

  21. I rarely do DIY stuff (for home, face, decor, etc.). But this looks too easy to pass up!! Thanks for sharing!
    Jess @hellotofit recently posted…Have back pain? Try this version of cat/cowMy Profile

    1. I’m probably going to be posting a lot more super-easy DIY stuffs throughout the year (I’m on a roll–and also kinda poor!!). I definitely get what you mean about not doing DIY stuff usually–this is why I scout out the superrrr simple ones! :P If you try this out, let me know! :D!

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    Eva recently posted…How to Make Giant BubblesMy Profile

    1. Ah, that’s awesome! :D Thanks for letting me know about it! :]!

  23. Oh my gosh, this is INCREDIBLE Farrah! So creative! I love making D.I.Y things like this at home, and I can’t believe this mask only has 3 ingredients. That’s so amazing! I’ve definitely got to try this :)
    Harriet Emily recently posted…ROASTED VEGETABLE QUINOAMy Profile

    1. Yay! :D I love DIYing stuff too! If you get a chance to make it and try it out, let me know how you like it! :]!

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