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How To Turn Your Leftover Food Into Facials

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Tulane chapter.

As good as food tastes in your mouth, some of it will do a lot more when placed on your skin. Yes, we’re talking about smearing real, everyday food on your face.

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So grab your friends and hit up the closest super market, because your skin is about to desperately crave the tastiest face masks it has ever seen.

1. Honey

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Honey is amazing for your skin for two reasons. First, it helps clear blemish-prone skin with its antibacterial properties, and second, it is extremely moisturizing, meaning it wont be drying or irritating.

2. Greek Yogurt (full fat)

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It’s officially time to go Greek. Greek yogurt contains lactic acid which helps exfoliate the skin. It is also incredible at reducing inflammation and killing bacteria.

3. Bananas

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Besides their taste, the best part about bananas is that they help fade dark spots and blemishes to brighten skin, and they act as a moisturizer too.

4. Strawberries

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Strawberries are great because not only do they remove excess oil from your face, but they also help brighten your skin since they’re high in antioxidants.

5. Lemon Juice

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Lemons act as natural exfoliants because they contain citric acid. They help to diminish skin discoloration and to heal and prevent acne blemishes. Lemon juice can be a little irritating, so make sure to dilute it with some water and use it in small amounts if you have sensitive skin.

6. Brown Sugar

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Unlike some other foods and products, brown sugar is a great exfoliator because its particles are very small, meaning they won’t tear the skin. It also contains glycolic acid which fights bacteria.

7. Egg

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Eggs are mainly beneficial to the skin because they tighten pores and create a firmer outer layer. Egg whites are the part that accomplishes this, though using the entire egg can be moisturizing.

8. Oats

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Oats that have been ground down and made into a paste are excellent for smoothing, soothing, and moisturizing the skin.

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Hi I'm Molly! I'm a junior at Tulane University studying English and digital media production.