Hey there, skincare stars!
We know you love getting creative—face masks in your bedroom, mixing bits from the kitchen, and having a good old pamper night with your mates. But when it comes to DIY skincare, it’s not all sunshine and glowing skin. Some ingredients can do more harm than good.

So let’s talk about what’s actually OK to use on your face, and what you should absolutely leave in the fridge or cupboard.

The Fab Side of DIY Skincare

These ingredients are generally gentle and great for a quick, natural glow-up:

1. Honey
   • Not just for toast! Raw honey (especially Manuka) is naturally antibacterial and soothing.
   • It can help calm spots and hydrate dry areas.
   • Just dab a little on your skin, leave for 10–15 mins, and rinse with warm water.
2. Oats
   • Oats are amazing if your skin’s feeling irritated or dry.
   • Mix with a bit of warm water to make a paste and use as a calming face mask.
3. Plain Yogurt
   • Full of good bacteria, plain yogurt can help balance your skin.
   • Go for unsweetened, natural yogurt and use it as a 10-minute mask for soft, fresh skin.
4. Cucumber Slices
   • Classic, right?
   • Pop them over your eyes to de-puff and chill out.
   • They’re hydrating and cooling—perfect for tired eyes.

Big No-Nos: What to Avoid

Just because it’s in the kitchen doesn’t mean it belongs on your face! Here’s what to avoid, no matter what TikTok says:

1. Lemon Juice
   • Sounds fresh, but nope! Lemon is super acidic and can seriously mess up your skin’s natural barrier.
   • It can cause burns, redness, and make your skin more sensitive to the sun.
2. Toothpaste on Spots
   • We get it—your older sibling swore it worked.
   • But toothpaste is made for teeth, not faces.
   • It can dry out your skin, cause irritation, and leave dark marks.
3. Baking Soda
   • Another one that’s way too harsh.
   • Baking soda can strip your skin’s natural oils and cause dryness or even breakouts.
   • Your skin’s pH balance is important—baking soda messes that right up.
4. Sugar Scrubs
   • We love a good exfoliator, but sugar is way too rough for the delicate skin on your face.
   • It can cause tiny tears and make your skin worse over time.

Top Tips for Tween & Teen Skincare DIY

1. Always patch test.
   • Try new things on a small bit of skin first.
2. Less is more.
   • Your skin’s still developing—don’t overload it.
3. Stick to clean hands and clean tools.
   • Always!
4. Don’t mix too much stuff together.
   • Keep it simple to avoid reactions.
5. Use sun protection after treatments.
   • Even gentle DIY masks can make your skin more sensitive to the sun.

Final Thought

DIY can be a fun, chill way to treat your skin and bond with friends—but be smart about it. Your face is fab just as it is, and taking care of it doesn’t have to mean using everything in the fridge.

Got a fave DIY tip or disaster story? Share it with us @Facely—we’d love to hear from you!

Stay glowing,
Team