Ecobeauty By Lauren Cox - Pumpkin Pie Mask Recipe

Pu m p ki n Pi e M a sk My favorite holiday dessert is pumpkin pie. Pumpkin is very nourishing to the skin. It contains powerful antioxidants as well as alpha hydroxy acids, so it sloughs off dead skin while protecting the underlying layer and helping it retain moisture. This is a great mask for the fall and winter months, when your skin may need some good exfoliation and protection from the cold weather. Plus, it makes a fun Halloween or Thanksgiving gift. Package it in a small jar with a simple bow and a small note of thanks. It’s perishable, so store it in the refrigerator and tell the person who receives it to do the same. 1

/4 cup canned pumpkin puree

2 tablespoons vanilla yogurt or sour cream 1 tablespoon honey

Stir all of the ingredients together until you have a smooth paste. Spoon the mask into a clean container with a tight-fitting lid and store it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about 2 weeks. To use, after cleansing, spread 1 tablespoon of the mask over your face and neck, avoiding the delicate areas around your eyes and mouth. Leave it on for 15 minutes, then rinse well with warm water and pat your skin dry. Yield: 3 1/2 ounces

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