5 Homemade Chocolate Face Mask For Shiny Skin

C. H. O. C. O. L. A. T. E. That’s how I spell “indulgence.” And I am sure it’s the same with you too! Of all the finest things in life, chocolates are something to die for. A gift, a treat, something to handle your frequent mood swings a bar of chocolate is the answer to everything. What if I tell you that a chocolate face mask can give you flawless skin as well?

Surprised? Don’t be! Because your skin loves chocolates as much as your palate. And that’s what I have discussed here. Let’s dig in.

* Lush Chocolate Face Mask

Chocolate and honey possess antioxidant properties that kill the acne-causing bacteria without drying your skin. They also keep your skin soft and supple.

1 tablespoon cocoa powder
A pinch of cinnamon
1 tablespoon honey

- Take a bowl and mix the cocoa powder, honey, and cinnamon.
- Make a paste. If the paste is too thick, add more honey.
- Apply it to your face and neck.
- Leave it on for 20-30 minutes and then wash it off.

* Dark Chocolate Face Mask

Rich in antioxidants, this chocolate face mask nourishes your skin and protects it from harmful free radicals.

2 bars dark chocolate (use the ones with at least 70% cocoa)
⅔ cup milk
1 teaspoon sea salt
3 tablespoons brown sugar

- Melt the chocolate bar in a bowl.
- Add the salt, sugar, and milk to it and mix well.
- Allow it to cool and then apply to your face and neck.
- Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off.

* Chocolate And Clay Face Mask

Lemon juice and yogurt brighten your skin and unclog the pores. Cocoa powder is rich in antioxidants, and along with coconut oil and clay, it rejuvenates your skin.

¼ cup cocoa powder
2 tablespoons clay (Fuller’s earth)
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon coconut oil

- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Apply the mixture on your face and neck.
- Leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
- Wash with cold water.

* Chocolate Face Mask With Cocoa Powder And Heavy Cream

This is an incredibly nourishing and hydrating face mask and suits all skin types. It calms the skin, makes it soft and plump, and also smoothens it.

1 tablespoon cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1 tablespoon heavy cream

- Mix the cocoa powder with heavy cream and make a paste.
- Clean your face thoroughly and apply the face mask.
- Leave it on for 15-30 minutes and then wash it off.

* Toning Chocolate Face Mask

This mixed fruit toning face mask is extremely hydrating. It moisturizes your skin and makes it healthier. This face mask is especially beneficial during summers as it has a very calming effect on the skin.

Melted chocolate (50 gm)
1 banana
1 cup strawberry
1 cup watermelon

- Blend the fruits and add chocolate to it.
- Apply the face mask and leave it on for at least 20 minutes.
- Wash with warm water.