DIY: How To Make Your Own Tomato Mask

Hello there! I'm here today to share with you how I make my tomato mask. I've been using this mask almost every day since March 28. ^__^

As you have read on my post here, I am having occasional break outs due to my PCOS. I seriously hate having nasty and sore bumps on my face. There are times that I feel tired and lazy in the morning. Getting up at 3:30am for the hubby and preparing myself for church on Thursdays is really difficult. So, there are times that I just put on lipbalm on. =D However, I really can't avoid feeling bad about the zits and marks on my face. I want to always look presentable even without the use of makeup.

So, I came up with an idea. I will try using an all-natural tomato mask. ^__~

Here's how you can reap the benefits of the amazing tomato mask:

STEP 1: Prepare a medium sized tomato, a saucer, a grater and a knife.

STEP 2: Wash the tomato then cut it in half. We'll only need half of the tomato. What to do with the other half? You can eat it or share it with someone who has the same skin dilemma! ^__~

STEP 3: Scoop out the pulp and seeds. Be sure to save the juice because the juice is important. =)

STEP 4: Grate the flesh off the tomato skin. this will help maximize the use of the tomato. =)

 

See how thin the skin is?

Yeah, I look scary! >__<

STEP 5: Apply the juice, pulp and the grated flesh on face and let dry. ^__~

As the mask dries up, it will tighten and be absorbed by the skin. You can wash it off as usual (with water or with both water and cleanser) after it dries up. I let mine sit for as long as I want, even as long as 2 hours! I do it before I shower to avoid the mess. =D

Easy peasy, right?


I am now on the 15th day of my Tomato Zombie Chronicles. But because I am busy these days, I haven't been applying it for almost a week now (last time I did it was last Saturday). It's okay, anyway, my skin is starting to clear up and the marks are becoming less visible. But I'll post some pictures from time to time to show my progress. ^__^

Have you tried it? 

If you'll try this trick, please do leave a comment below! I would love to hear from you!

^__^

Tomato Zombie Chronicles Day 1: Battle Against Acne Starts NOW!!! =D

I am heading out on a challenge to see if the all natural tomato mask will work on my currently acne-prone skin. My hormones are misbehaving recently probably because of my PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). This condition causes me to skip my "magic days" every other month, which leads to acne (and false alarm on having a baby) TT__TT. I guess pimples and nasty stuff erupt on my face because the impurities in my body is not flushed out monthly through my period monthly. =(


So, I am opting to go back to using my old low dose birth control pills (which I'll be asking the OB-Gyne when I pay a visit) to control my monthly period and as well as be able to get over the acne breakouts.


So sad, my skin didn't use to be like this when my monthly visitor used to visit on a regular basis. Well, I did use to have pimples prior to my period or after it, but not cystic ones.


I'll see if this tomato mask will help me improve my skin even a bit. ^__^


Tomatoes are known to be rich in lycopene, a vital anti-oxidant that prevents our cells from aging and being damaged by free-radicals. It also helps combat cancerous cell formation. Aside from lycopene, tomatoes are rich in vitamins. So better eat (or drink) up that tomato! ^__~


How to make your own tomato mask:
1. Get a medium sized ripe tomato. Cut it in half.

Tip:
What to do with the other half? Eat it! Eating tomatoes are as good as applying it on your skin. ^__^

2. Mash the other half. I used a grater but I got only a little of the tomato flesh. Nevertheless, it's okay. Be sure to squeeze the juice, too!

3. Using the tomato skin/peel, slather the juice and flesh on face and let it sit there until it dries up.

Tip:

• You may apply the juice/pulp directly on your face or you can use paper facial mask that you can purchase in Daiso or Saizen. ^__^
• Be careful in applying the juice. You may put a towel so the juice won't drip and stain on your clothes. =)

You'll know that it's being absorbed by the skin soon as the skin tightens. It's also normal to sting a bit because tomatoes have acids. However, if it stings a lot, wash it off immediately. The skin will be a bit red (because of the juice) while it is on your skin. Soon as you wash it off, it goes away.

4. Wash off mask with warm water. Pat dry with a clean and soft towel.

5. Don't forget to moisturize! ^__^


Here's how I looked like with the tomato mask on... =D
Click on image to enlarge. Some seeds were on my face... hehehe... =D

 Pardon the puffy eyes, I woke up at 3:20 in the morning to assist my hubby before he goes to work. =D

After washing my face...

• Pores have shrunk a bit.
• Pimples dried up.
• Skin felt softer and smoother.

If this continues, I will definitely include this in my routine. ^__^

Hubby, better start a tomato garden for me! =D

Here's something for you, just for the sake of laughs! Hehehe... =D

Have you tried this all-natural mask before? How was it?

If you tried my recipe, please tell me down in the comments below! ^__^

Have a great day, every one! Now, time for me to make my reports! =D