Skin whitening masks are one of the best ways to improve one’s skin condition. It might be that you have spent too much time outdoors that you burned your skin or  you just want to lighten up your otherwise dull looking skin. Either way, there are plenty of skin whitening masks today that you can take advantage of and the best part is that they are made from all natural ingredients. Here are some whitening mask recipes for you to try.

Tomato paste with lemon juice

One skin whitening mask that is worth using on your skin is the combination of tomato paste and lemon juice. The meaty areas of the tomato can deliver lycopene to your skin which can protect you against the harsh rays of the sun. Mixing it with lemon juice can help lighten your skin tone. Mix the two ingredients carefully then apply on your face and leave it on for a few minutes. Rinse afterwards. If your skin starts to sting, make sure that you wash it off immediately and thoroughly.

Almond oil

You can also use almond oil as part of your skin whitening mask because it contains vitamins B3 and E. These two are known to protect your skin against free radicals that can trigger skin pigmentation. You can get these vitamins from the food that you eat but you can also apply it topically to get their full benefits. All that you have to do is to massage the oil on your skin for a few minutes then leave it on for about five minutes. Use a damp cloth to remove the oil from your face.

Lemon juice with water

Lemon juice is always the go to solution for skin whitening masks as it has the ability to lighten one’s skin tone. Of course, you need to be careful with the way you use this whitening solution as you might go overboard with it. Keep in mind that lemon juice is highly acidic and can dry your skin fast so make sure that you dilute it in water first before applying on your face and neck.

Pure organic honey

One of the best skin whitening ingredients that you can use to whiten your skin is pure organic honey. Why honey? It has anti-tyrosine, anti-bacterial, and provides protection against free radicals. You can use it with carrier oils, yogurt, or any other ingredients for that matter and still get its full benefits. Of course, you need to look for the best raw and organic honey when making whitening masks if you want to get the best results. Manuka honey is on the top of the list of honey that you can use as part of your whitening mask but it can be a bit expensive. Check out your local sellers and look for raw honey.

Aloe vera

No skin whitening mask list will be complete without aloe vera. This is actually one of the best herbal plants that you can grow on your garden as it is numerous uses. One, you can use it to treat burns, cuts, and bruises. Two, you can use it to make your hair grow faster and thicker. Three, you can use it to fight off acne. Now, you can make a skin whitening mask with it too. All that you have to do is to cut open a leaf and scoop the gel out then apply on your face and neck. See to it that you avoid the yellowish part of the leaf as this can be toxic. Not only will this whitening mask lighten your skin tone but will help tighten it as well to remove wrinkles and fine lines.