Let's be real: popular, inexpensive sheet masks often contain harmful additives like mineral oils, sulfates, and heavy metals that can damage your skin and even disrupt your hormones. While they can be a fun addition to your skincare routine, it's important to read the ingredients and know what you're putting on your skin. Fortunately, there's an easy and affordable solution to this problem: making your own DIY sheet masks.

To get started, check out our recipe template that will help you build your own sheet mask solution. Whether you're looking to brighten and firm up your skin, or soothe and hydrate it, there's a DIY mask recipe for you. And with the added bonus of using an organic muslin facecloth, your DIY sheet mask routine can be both sustainable and effective.

Build your own Sheet Mask Recipe

• Choose 1 cup from the Base Ingredients

• Add 1 TBS of 1-4 active ingredients

How to Use:

• Download our Sheet Mask Guide and make your own sheet mask

• Add your Ingredients to a bowl - you can warm the bowl for a more spa-like feel

• Dip your Sheet mask in the bowl and apply

• For another amazing effect, place your dipped sheet mask in the freezer and apply cold to soothe irritated or inflamed skin instantly!

Hydrating ingredients are key for maintaining healthy, plump, and radiant skin. They work by attracting and retaining moisture, helping to keep the skin hydrated and supple. These ingredients can help to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and leave the skin looking dewy and glowing.

• Fresh Aloe Vera

• Rice Water

• Coconut Water

• Coconut Milk

• Oatmilk

• Sparkling Water

• Distilled Water

Active Ingredients:

Enzymes are a type of protein that act as catalysts in the body. When it comes to skincare, enzymes work by breaking down the bonds between dead skin cells, allowing them to be easily sloughed off. This process not only helps to exfoliate the skin but also promotes cell turnover, which can lead to brighter, smoother, and more even-toned skin. These can be a great addition to DIY sheet mask recipes for their exfoliating and rejuvenating properties.

• Pineapple Juice

• Blended Papaya

• Blended Pumpkin

Antioxidants are compounds that protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can damage cells and contribute to signs of aging. When applied topically, antioxidants help to neutralize free radicals and protect the skin from oxidative stress, which can lead to wrinkles, fine lines, and uneven skin tone.

• Green Tea/ Matcha or Black Tea

• Vitamin E Oil

• Strawberry (Vitamin C)

Lactic acid is a type of alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that is commonly used in skincare for its exfoliating properties. It works by breaking down the bonds between dead skin cells, helping to slough off the top layer of skin and reveal brighter, smoother skin underneath. Lactic acid is milder than some other AHAs, making it a good option for those with sensitive skin. In addition to its exfoliating properties, lactic acid can also help to improve skin hydration and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

• Yogurt

• Milk

• Kefir

• Sauerkraut/ Pickle Juice

Skin soothers are natural ingredients that have a calming and anti-inflammatory effect on the skin. These can help reduce redness, irritation, and inflammation.

• Rose Water

• Lavender Water

• Chamomile Tea

• Cucumber Pulp

• Aloe Vera

Acne fighters are natural ingredients that are commonly used to treat acne-prone skin. Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. Acne fighters work by targeting the underlying causes of acne, including excess oil production, inflammation, and bacterial growth.

• Tea Tree Oil Water - 2 drops p/ 1 tbs of water

• Fresh Turmeric

• Manuka Honey

• Witch Hazel

• Thyme Water

• Honey

• Lavender/ Rose/ Chamomile Essential Oils-4-6 drops