Best DIY Orange Peel Face Masks for Bright and Fresh Skin

When it comes to healthy skin, Vitamin C comes to the rescue. Fruits like oranges, which are loaded with Vitamin C, nourish our skin and make it glow. It’s surprising to know that the peel of oranges has more Vitamin C than the orange itself! The peel of the orange has antioxidants, and using it frequently will help you achieve glowing skin.

Orange peel has anti-microbial and antibacterial properties, which makes it excellent for treating oily skin and acne. Orange peel can do wonders for pigmentation and marks on the face. If you are suffering from acne-prone or oily skin, then using orange peel is ideal for you.

Orange peel is best used in a powdered variant. Here are few orange peel powder face packs that you can use to achieve glowing skin. 

[Read: Orange Peel Benefits]

Benefits Of Orange Face Packs

• The citric acid in oranges fights acne and dries pimples [2].
• Orange face packs are rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals.
• Oranges act as natural bleaching agents. Therefore, the pack lightens the skin tone.
• Orange packs absorb extra oil from the face.
• They even out your skin tone and remove tan.
• Orange packs are exfoliating and give you healthy and clear skin.
• They are anti-aging and moisturizing the skin.

Homemade Orange Peel Face Packs 

1. Aloe Vera And Orange Peel Face Mask

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp of orange peel powder
• 2 tbsp of aloe vera gel
• Half a lemon

Method:

1. Add aloe vera leaf extract gel to orange peel powder and mix well.
2. Squeeze some drops of lemon juice into the mixture till it forms a consistent paste.
3. Apply the paste on the face and let it stay for 20 minutes. Rinse it off with cold water when dry.

How Often? 

You can apply this face pack daily.

Why This Works

This face pack soothes the skin and cures sunburn, redness, and rash. It reduces dark spots and brightens your complexion.

2. Tomato And Orange Peel Face Mask 

Ingredients

• 1/2 tomato
• 1 tbsp of rose water
• 1 tbsp of orange peel powder

Directions:

1. Add the mashed tomato to the orange peel powder. Add rose water to the concoction and make a fine paste.
2. Apply the pack to the face and let it sit for 15 minutes. Clean the pack with cold water.

How Often? 

You may apply this mask every alternate day.

Why This Works

The face pack controls oil production and removes tan from your face. It heals burns and acne.

3. Oatmeal and Orange Peel Face Pack

Ingredients

• 1 tsp of oatmeal
• 2 tsp of orange peel powder
• A small cup of water

Directions:

Mix the oatmeal and orange peel powder. Add water to the mixture until a consistent paste is formed (not too runny or thick).

Smear the paste to the skin and leave it to sit for 20-25 minutes. Once it dries, wash it off with cold water.

How Often?

Apply the face pack three times a week.

Why This Works

This face pack removes oil and dirt from the surface of your skin and protects your skin from free radicals.

4. Multani Mitti And Orange Peel Face Pack

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp of Multani mitti
• 1 tbsp of orange peel powder
• 1 tbsp of rose water

Directions:

1. Blend Multani mitti and orange peel powder in a bowl and add rose water to it to form a paste-like consistency.
2. Apply it to your neck and face and let it dry for 45 minutes. Scrub the pack off gently from the face with warm water.

How Often?

Apply the face pack once a week.

Why This Works

The face pack deep cleanses the face and removes whiteheads and blackheads.  It protects combination and oily skin from breakouts.

5. Turmeric and Orange Peel Face Pack

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp orange peel powder
• 1 tbsp rose water
• A pinch of Kasturi turmeric

Directions:

1. Mix the Kasturi turmeric and orange peel powder in a bowl and incorporate rose water into it to make a fine paste.
2. Smear the paste on the neck and face and let it dry for 15-20 minutes. Then rub gently with wet fingers in a circular pattern.

How Often?

Apply this pack two times a week.

Why This Works

The face pack takes away stubborn tan and revives the skin color. It is antibacterial in nature and protects the face from pimple eruptions.

6. Coconut Oil And Orange Face Pack

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp orange pulp
• 1 tsp of coconut oil

Directions:

1. Discharge the coconut oil over the orange pulp in a cup and blend them well. Apply the paste to the face.
2. Leave it on for 35 minutes and wipe the face with cotton swabs.

How Often? 

You may apply this face mask every other day.

Why This Works

This face pack moisturizes the skin and makes it supple and smooth. It removes dirt and clears your face.

7. Sandalwood And Orange Face Pack

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp of sandalwood powder
• 1 tbsp of orange pulp
• 2 tbsp of rose water
• 2 drops of lemon juice

Directions:

1. Mix the sandalwood powder and orange pulp. Incorporate rose water and lemon juice to it to form a consistent paste.
2. Leave it on your face for 15 minutes and rinse it off once dry.

How Often?

You may apply this face pack two times a week.

Why This Works

The face pack removes excess oil and adds an instant glow to the face.

Bottom Line

You should prepare your face packs at home instead of going to the salon. Turn into a DIY cosmetologist because you can be sure of what goes into it when preparing your face packs at home.

Right? And, when you are aware of a great ingredient like an orange that can transform your skin from drab to fab, why not?! So, grab a few oranges and get going.