Mint is a type of herb that is commonly used in many refreshing drinks because of its cooling properties, but did you know that it also has numerous benefits too? It is commonly used on mosquito bites, dry skin, acne, sunburn, and even blackheads too! The soothing properties of mint is one of its main features, hence it is often used in shampoos, conditioners, and even facial washes as well.

For those who are wondering what other uses mint leaves have, you can use them as face packs to help correct any skin issues that you may have. Here are a few that you are worth trying out.

Mint and banana

Banana is packed with vitamins A, B, C, as well as E, including potassium, amino acids, lectic, and zinc. These are known to nourish and hydrate the skin, protect it against acne, improve production of collagen and provide a barrier against UV rays. For this face mask recipe, you will need 10 to 12 mint leaves and 2 tablespoons of mashed banana. You will need to grind the two together until you create a smooth texture then apply evenly on your face. Leave it there for 15 to 30 minutes then rinse afterwards using cool water. This face mask can be done once or twice a week if you like to help bring back the natural glow of your skin.

Mint pack for oily skin

Excessive oil on your skin can be a source of embarrassment at times which is why this mint face pack is going to help you out. You will need a tablespoon each of mint paste or powder, gram flour, and lemon juice. Mix the three ingredients until you create a paste. Apply it evenly on your face as well as your neck and let it sit for 20 minutes to half an hour. You should wash it off afterwards with regular water. You can use this solution to help minimize the amount of oil being produced on your skin. The lemon in this recipe acts as an acid peel that protects your skin from acne while the gram flour is known for its ability to regulate your skin’s oil production.

Mint and cucumber for exfoliation

Exfoliating our skin should be done regularly to help reduce the accumulation of dead skin cells that cause our skin to become dry and dull. That said, in this recipe, you will need a tablespoon of oats, a teaspoon of honey, half an inch slice of cucumber, 10 to 12 mint leaves, and 2 teaspoons of milk. Start by grating the cucumber and mashing the mint leaves. Mix all of the ingredients until you achieve a coarse texture for your mixture. Apply this on your face evenly then let it dry for 7 minutes or so. Scrub your face gently and in a circular motion for a few minutes, then rinse off with cool water. You can do this two to three times per week to retain that healthy glow to your face.

Mint and yogurt

With summer just around the corner, this face pack is going to be a lifesaver. All that you will need is to mix mint paste with yogurt then apply on your sunburnt skin. After half an hour, wash it off with cold water. The soothing properties of mint helps treat the burned portion of your skin while yogurt can reduce the blemishes and damage to your skin. Not a bad combination when treating sunburn, right? You can now prepare yourself for the summer easily.