Make it Monday! Pumpkin Mask, Gourd Mask ! Beta Carotene!

anyone have any leftover pumpkins?  How about those decorative gourds?

Don’t throw them out just yet!  Cut them open, pull out the insides and get gorgeous!

Gourds and Pumpkins contain vitamins A, B1, B2, and B3, C, magnesium, folic acid, zinc, copper, phosphorus, manganese, iron and tons of beta-carotene! Plus they have so many anti-oxidants and hydroxy acids they act as a mild non-chemical, non-abrasive exfoliant.

To make your own Pumpkin/Gourd Mask simply:

• Scoop out the pulp, place in a blender or food processor and blend.

• If you have dry skin add 1 tablespoon of honey or yogurt per 1/4 cup of pumpkin or gourd puree.

• For acne prone or oily skin add 1 egg white.  OR dissolve one aspirin in 1 tablespoon of water then add.

• Blend again to mix in other ingredients.  (make sure you dissolve the aspirin in the water before hand)

Apply to face, neck and decollete and let sit for about 15-20 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.  This can also be used on the backs of hands for age spots.  All of the vitamin C and beta-carotene will help to aid in healing of aging skin, age spots, hyperpigmentation, scarring, dry skin and so much more!

If you have sensitive skin, make sure you patch test to make sure your skin will tolerate. Enjoy your vibrant skin!

Karissa Gindling™ for Prissy Green™ ©