DIY Recipes: Homemade Face Masks With Banana
6 DIY face masks for every skin type.
June 13, 2022 5 minutes readIn This Post
Jam-packed with a variety of skin-loving nutrients, bananas offer many benefits for your skin, from hydrating to anti-aging. Plus, it's available to us year-round. Whipping up a homemade face mask with banana is super-fun and easy; you just need a bowl and a couple of ingredients you likely already have in your pantry.
In this article, we'll share all the benefits of banana for skin as well as several DIY face mask recipes for every skin type and concern.
Skin-Loving Nutrients in Banana
Bananas are rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and other components that can do wonders for your skin. Here are some of the most skin-caring ingredients found in bananas:
- Silica – When it comes to fruits, bananas are one of the richest natural sources of silica [source]. Silica, or silicon dioxide, is one of the most abundant elements in nature, found in plants, water, animals, as well as humans. It's often referred to as a beauty mineral due to its many benefits for the skin, hair, and nails. According to a 2016 study, silica (or silicone) is essential for collagen synthesis in our skin as well as the functioning of various enzymes necessary for skin firmness and elasticity;
- Magnesium – Besides potassium, bananas are also rich in other minerals, such as magnesium; one medium-sized banana contains about 32 mg of magnesium [source]. This micronutrient is essential for the skin barrier repair as well as protecting the skin and reducing the damage from UVB radiation [source];
- Antioxidants – The most potent antioxidants found in bananas are vitamin A (or β-carotene), vitamin C, and vitamin E. These compounds are crucial in protecting the skin against environmental aggressors by scavenging free radicals and preventing oxidative stress, the main culprit for skin aging [source];
- Amino acids – The most abundant amino acids in bananas are leucine, glycine, and alanine. These have skin nourishing and healing properties, promoting the normal functioning of skin cells and wound healing [source].
How to Make Face Masks With Banana
By mixing bananas with other skin-nurturing ingredients, you can get super-nutritious face masks, targeting various skin types and concerns. Here are some ideas for DIY face masks with banana that we love:
Banana Face Mask for Dry Skin
In this recipe, we're combining banana with milk, honey, shea butter, and coconut oil. Nourishing amino acids and silica from banana with soothing, moisturizing, and hydrating compounds from other ingredients is a win-win combination for dry skin, relieving tightness and flakiness.
You'll need:
- 1 medium-sized banana
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon shea butter
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon honey
Preparation:
- Mash the banana with a fork in a mixing bowl.
- Add the milk and stir well together.
- Then add the honey, shea butter, and coconut oil and blend everything together to get a smooth paste.
Apply the mask to cleansed face and leave it on for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until it dries. Then rinse with lukewarm water and continue with your skincare routine. You can use this face mask several times a week.
Banana Face Mask for Oily Skin
This face mask is perfect for oily skin. The clay will draw out all the excess sebum and impurities, while other ingredients will gently moisturize and exfoliate the skin.
You'll need:
- 1 medium-sized banana
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons bentonite clay
- 2 teaspoons jojoba oil
Preparation:
- Prepare the bentonite clay by mixing it with a little bit of water to get a thick paste.
- Mash the banana with a fork in a mixing bowl, then add the clay, Greek yogurt, and jojoba oil.
- Mix all the ingredients well to get a nice blend.
Apply to cleansed face and leave on for about 20 minutes until the clay starts to harden. Then rinse off with lukewarm water or gently remove with a washcloth for some extra exfoliation. Continue with your toner and moisturizer.
Banana Face Mask for Sensitive Skin
If your skin is easily sensitized and prone to irritation, you'll greatly benefit from this DIY face mask with banana, oatmeal, and argan (also known as Moroccan) oil. All ingredients are hydrating and moisturizing, and most importantly, they are soothing, calming any redness or itchiness.
You'll need:
- 1 medium-sized banana
- ¼ cup rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons argan oil
Preparation:
- First, prepare the rolled oats. Put them in a blender or food processor and blend until you get a powder (colloidal oatmeal). Mix the oatmeal with a little bit of water to get a paste.
- Then prepare your banana by mashing it with a fork in a mixing bowl.
- Add the oatmeal and the argan oil into the bowl, and mix everything together to get a smooth and even mixture.
Apply to cleansed face and let it sit for about 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water and continue with the following steps in your skincare regimen.
Banana Face Mask for Acne-Prone Skin
The antioxidants from banana combined with other acne-fighting ingredients, like honey, tea tree oil, and green tea, will help soothe your acne-prone skin by reducing any inflammation and swelling.
You'll need:
- 1 medium-sized banana
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Matcha green tea
- 3 drops tea tree oil
Preparation:
- Start by mixing the Matcha green powder with a small amount of water to get all the nutrients out.
- Then, mash the banana in a mixing bowl, and add the honey, Matcha green tea, and the tea tree oil.
- Give it a nice stir to make the blend smooth and break up any lumps.
If you have sensitive or dry skin, in addition, you can skip the tea tree oil as it can be a bit harsh to the skin. As always, apply the mask to the cleansed face, and leave it on for about 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse off and continue with your moisturizer while your skin is still damp, to lock all the moisture in.
Banana Face Mask for Anti-Aging
Thanks to banana's silica and vitamin A content, this super-easy face mask can do wonders for your skin, increasing collagen production and reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
You'll need:
- ½ banana
- 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
- 1 tablespoon rose water
- 2 teaspoons Matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon rosehip oil
Preparation:
- Mash the banana with a fork in a mixing bowl.
- Add all the other ingredients, the aloe vera and rose water.
- Mix well to get an even paste.
You can use this DIY face mask two or three times a week. Apply to cleansed skin (avoid the area around your eyes) and rinse off after 15 to 20 minutes.
Banana Face Mask for Skin Whitening
Lemon juice and turmeric have skin-lightening properties, helping you get rid of dark spots and acne scars. With banana and honey, these ingredients make a powerful combo that will lighten and hydrate your skin at the same time.
You'll need:
- ½ banana
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
Preparation:
- Mash the banana with a fork in a mixing bowl.
- Add lemon juice and turmeric powder.
- Stir well or blend with an immersion blender to get an even and smooth mix.
Apply the mask in a thick layer after you've cleansed your face. Leave it on for about 10 to 15 minutes. Then rinse off with lukewarm water and apply your moisturizer while your skin is still damp.
Takeaway...
As you can see, there are many ideas for DIY banana face masks – you can modify our recipes and add other ingredients you like. In just a couple of minutes, you'll get a nourishing and hydrating mask, targeting specific skin concerns at the same time, such as acne, wrinkles, dry skin, excess shine, or dark spots.
Even if you don't have any issues with your skin, treat yourself occasionally with this real vitamin bomb and take advantage of all the benefits nature provides.
FAQs
How do you make a homemade banana face mask?
Mash one medium-sized banana and mix it with some honey, milk, and shea butter. You can also add one tablespoon of plant oil; for example, coconut oil would be a good choice for dry skin, while jojoba oil is best for oily skin.
Is banana good for a face mask?
Yes, bananas contain many skin-loving nutrients, such as silica, magnesium, vitamins A, C, and E, as well as amino acids, such as glycine, leucine, and alanine, that nourish the skin and promote wound healing.
Does banana whiten skin?
The banana itself doesn't whiten skin, but you can make a banana face mask with ingredients that do. For example, you can mix one smaller mashed banana with fresh lemon juice and apply it to a cleansed face avoiding the eye area.
Can I use a banana face mask daily?
Banana face masks are generally safe to use daily, but it will depend on the other ingredients you use to make the mask. So, if you used some exfoliating ingredients, like aloe vera gel, then it's best not to use it every day to avoid skin irritation.