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Pineapple Face Mask – DIY Brightening Face Mask Recipe

In this guest post natural beauty and wellness blogger Cari of Everything Pretty shows how to make skin brightening DIY pineapple face mask recipe that will put a glow on your face and make your skin feel rejuvenated.

Brighten your skin and moisturize with this DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe with pineapple, coconut, and clay.

Brighten your skin and moisturize with this DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe with pineapple, coconut, and clay. This DIY brightening face mask recipe gently exfoliates with kaolin clay and pineapple powder while the coconut milk powder adds some serious moisture for your skin and it smells as great as it works. This is the perfect mask for summer, and it’s wonderful in the winter when you’re dreaming of summer.  #facemask #skincare #beautyrecipe #diymask | countryhillcottage.com

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I live on a small farm in America’s midwest, so I spend a lot of time outside in the summer.  Between our vegetable garden, my flower gardens, and playing outside with the kids, we are outside most of the day.

We love spending time outside, but it can be harsh on your skin.  Between the sun and chlorine in the pool, my skin needs some extra love by mid summer.

This DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe is just what my skin needs.  It gently exfoliates with kaolin clay and pineapple powder while the coconut milk powder adds some serious moisture for your skin. 

This is based on a popular mask I saw in the store, but it had a hefty price tag and some questionable ingredients.  I knew I could make one for a lot less with only natural ingredients.  

This mask is made with real pineapple fruit and dried coconut milk, so it smells as great as it works.  This is the perfect mask for summer, and it’s wonderful in the winter when you’re dreaming of summer.  

Brighten your skin and moisturize with this DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe with pineapple, coconut, and clay. This DIY brightening face mask recipe gently exfoliates with kaolin clay and pineapple powder while the coconut milk powder adds some serious moisture for your skin and it smells as great as it works. This is the perfect mask for summer, and it’s wonderful in the winter when you’re dreaming of summer.  #facemask #skincare #beautyrecipe #diymask | countryhillcottage.com

DIY brightening face mask recipe with pineapple coconut, and clay

There are times that I don’t mind making a face mask just before I use it, but most times, I want to keep it simple and use one that’s premade.

If you make your own face masks, then you know that you either have to make a small amount  and use it right away or use a preservative.

To avoid that, I premake the powder and reconstitute it later with water and other ingredients.  I get the benefits of an amazing DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe, but I don’t have to worry about bacteria or mold.

This recipe is actually a two part recipe.  First, I’ll teach you how to make the face mask powder.  Then, I’ll teach you how to make the face mask from the powder, so you can make it very easily just before you’re ready to use it.

How to make pineapple powder

Fruit powders are wonderful for making DIY beauty recipes, but they are on the pricey side.  In addition, you’ll have to buy a large bag of the powder, which is more than you’ll likely before it expires.

You can make your own fruit powders for a lot less by starting with freeze dried fruit.  I use freeze dried and not air dried because the process of freeze drying removes more water.  Air dried fruit can have up to 5 percent water, but freeze dried fruit has more like 2 percent water.

Because of changes in the cellular structure in both drying methods, freeze dried fruit can be reconstituted in just a few minutes, but air fried fruit can take up to half an hour to fully absorb added water.

Making a pineapple powder is very easy. Simply put the freeze dried pineapple in a blender or food processor and process until powdery. 

That’s it!  Now you have the exact same fruit powder for a much lower price.

I bought 1.7 ounces of dried pineapples for under $3 USD at Aldi in the United States.  It made about half of a cup of powder, which is enough to make this recipe about four times.

Brighten your skin and moisturize with this DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe with pineapple, coconut, and clay. This DIY brightening face mask recipe gently exfoliates with kaolin clay and pineapple powder while the coconut milk powder adds some serious moisture for your skin and it smells as great as it works. This is the perfect mask for summer, and it’s wonderful in the winter when you’re dreaming of summer.  #facemask #skincare #beautyrecipe #diymask | countryhillcottage.com

Ingredients for a DIY brightening face mask

Kaolin clay

Kaolin clay, also known as white clay, is a mild clay. It’s generally tolerated well by those with all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Since the pineapple powder is full of enzymes and can cause some sensitivity, I wanted to be sure to use a gentle clay in this recipe.  

Kaolin clay doesn’t absorb as much as bentonite clay, but it does still detox your skin by drawing impurities from your skin.  It also helps absorb excess oil, so it can help clean out your pores so they appear smaller.  

Kaolin is a gentle exfoliant.  It removes dead skin cells for brighter looking skin, but it’s fairly gentle and won’t leave your skin red.

Pineapple fruit powder

Pineapples have bromelain, a powerful enzyme that helps chemically exfoliate the top layer of skin.  This fruit enzyme also helps reduce inflammation and softens the skin.

Pineapples are also high in vitamin C to help reduce the signs of aging.  With continued use, pineapples can help reduce uneven skin tone, prevent fine lines, and prevent sun damage.  

Brighten your skin and moisturize with this DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe with pineapple, coconut, and clay. This DIY brightening face mask recipe gently exfoliates with kaolin clay and pineapple powder while the coconut milk powder adds some serious moisture for your skin and it smells as great as it works. This is the perfect mask for summer, and it’s wonderful in the winter when you’re dreaming of summer.  #facemask #skincare #beautyrecipe #diymask | countryhillcottage.com

Coconut milk powder

Milk powder is more common in bath and body recipes, but I wanted to use a gentler powder for this face mask, so I picked coconut milk powder.  This powder also smells like coconuts, which combines nicely with the pineapple powder.

When you add the water to the powder to make the mask, the coconut milk powder is reconstituted to make a wetting agent, so you don’t have to add another liquid if you don’t want to.

Coconut milk powder is very moisturizing for your skin.  It helps relieve redness and dry skin while it soothes.  

Coconut milk is also high in vitamin C and copper to increase elasticity in the skin.

Arrowroot powder

Arrowroot powder has a silky feel on the skin, so it feels great in this recipe.  It also helps exfoliate and absorb excess oil.

READ Arrowroot Powder Benefits for Hair and Skin

Brighten your skin and moisturize with this DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe with pineapple, coconut, and clay. This DIY brightening face mask recipe gently exfoliates with kaolin clay and pineapple powder while the coconut milk powder adds some serious moisture for your skin and it smells as great as it works. This is the perfect mask for summer, and it’s wonderful in the winter when you’re dreaming of summer.  #facemask #skincare #beautyrecipe #diymask | countryhillcottage.com

Aleo Vera Powder

Aloe vera is soothing and has skin benefits, but we don’t want to use a liquid in this face mask.  I used aloe vera powder instead.  It has the same benefits, but it’s dry and won’t risk contamination.

Like regular aloe, it has minerals, vitamins, and amino acids that moisturize and soothe the skin.  It can greatly help dry skin and is said to reduce the signs of aging.

Since it’s moisturizing, skin may feel firmer and more moisturized after using aloe vera powder.

Brighten your skin and moisturize with this DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe with pineapple, coconut, and clay. This DIY brightening face mask recipe gently exfoliates with kaolin clay and pineapple powder while the coconut milk powder adds some serious moisture for your skin and it smells as great as it works. This is the perfect mask for summer, and it’s wonderful in the winter when you’re dreaming of summer. #facemask #skincare #beautyrecipe #diymask | countryhillcottage.com

Carrier Oil

You’ll add the carrier oil to the powder just before you use the mask.  It’s optional, but you do need to use a carrier oil if you’re using an essential oil.

Since the ingredients in this mask are water soluble and you’ll be using water or a water based ingredient to make the mask, the essential oil won’t mix with the water.

You have to combine the essential oil with the carrier oil and then add it to the powder.  If you don’t use a carrier oil, the essential oil can cause redness or irritation.

You can use your favorite carrier oil.  I like argan oil, grapeseed oil, or jojoba oil.

You can learn more about more than 40 carrier oils in my book Carrier Oils.

Essential Oils

You can choose your favorite essential oil for your skin. I really like carrot seed oil, lavender, or helichrysumNeroli or frankincense would also be great choices.

You don’t have to add an essential oil if you don’t want to.  It’s still an amazing face mask without it.

Pineapple Face Mask Recipe

Pineapple Face Mask Recipe

Brighten your skin and moisturize with this DIY hydrating and brightening face mask recipe with pineapple, coconut, and clay.

Instructions

  1. Combine the clay, pineapple powder, coconut milk powder, arrowroot powder, and aloe vera powder in a small bowl. Mix well.
  2. Transfer to a jar. This recipe fits perfectly into a 4-ounce jar.
  3. To make the mask, combine ½ teaspoon carrier oil and 1 drop of essential oil and stir. Then add 1 tablespoon water and 2 tablespoons of the dry mask mixture. Stir well.
  4. Apply to your face, avoiding the eye area. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse well and pat dry.

Notes

This mask may cause some redness due to the pineapple. If you have any itching or redness that lasts longer than 20 minutes, rinse off and do not use again.

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About Cari

Cari is the editor of Everything Pretty, a beauty and wellness blog for real women. She lives on a 12 acre farm with her family, a flock of chickens, and some goats. She loves coffee, Gilmore Girls, and her children. But not in that order.

You can follow her on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest.

anggia

Monday 16th of August 2021

if made like a clay mask will last how many days or months the mask

Irena | Country Hill Cottage

Monday 16th of August 2021

Hi Anggia! You can keep the clay mask powder for up to 6 months in an airtight container. The shelf life is 2 to 3 days once you mix the powder with oil or another liquid. Happy making!

Ann

Tuesday 10th of March 2020

I have been searching for a recipe that contains kaolin,pineapple and papaya similar to the good earth beauty exfoliating mask,and this is the something similar I love that mask,but it comes out a bit too expensive. Now,is there a chance I could use goat milk powder instead of coconut?My body reacts to coconuts unfortunately. Also,if I would like to add pineapple powder ,how much should I use? The good earth beauty contains kaolin powder, organic pineapple powder,organic papaya powder and vitamin C.It works so well for my super sensitive skin. Thank you.

Irena | Country Hill Cottage

Wednesday 11th of March 2020

Hello Ann, I'm glad you found this recipe! To answer your questions: Yes, you can use goat milk powder instead of coconut. Goat milk powder is more nourishing than coconut so you can enjoy even more benefits. If you want to use pineapple and papaya powder, use 1 tablespoon of each.

Here is the dry recipe:

• 2 1/2 tbsp kaolin clay • 1 tbsp pineapple fruit powder • 1 tbsp papaya powder • 2 tbsp goat milk powder • 1 tbsp arrowroot powder • 1/2 tbsp aloe vera powder

And if your skin reacts well to Vitamin C, you can also add a few drops vitamin C serum when mixing the mask with the liquids.

I hope this helps and please let me know in case you have another question.

Rebecca Dillon

Thursday 4th of July 2019

This is a great recipe! I can't wait to try it!

Cyan | Country Hill Cottage

Thursday 4th of July 2019

Thank you, Rebecca!

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