As you know, I am not a big fan of homemade remedies because some of the ingredients used (already mentioned in the post, "The Dangers of DIY Beauty") can cause irritation, pH changes, or promote hyperpigmentation. However, with so much time on our hands, we can review some ingredients that work well as homemade face masks, are easy to find, and are safe to use at recommended doses.
My only recommendation is to prepare only the amount needed for a single use to avoid problems associated with storing our preparation.
To give our mask the right consistency, we can use the following bases: yogurts, honey, or even oatmeal (the latter would be my preferred base).
Combination Skin
Strawberries (crushed): Rich in tannins and acids, they have an astringent effect. They also contain sugars and peptides that are moisturizing.
Quinoa (lightly boiled): Rich in selenium, Vitamin B6, and zinc, it is one of the best homemade face masks if you have combination skin with a tendency to acne.
Revitalizing
Pineapple (crushed): It is emollient due to its content of alpha-hydroxy acids, amino acids, and sugars. It also contains minerals that stimulate the synthesis of collagen and elastin fibers.
Saffron: The carotenoids responsible for its vibrant color are also rich in crocin and crocetin; these molecules act as antioxidants and work very well on stressed skin.
Antioxidant
Apricot (crushed): If you have dried apricots, soak them the night before: It is rich in phenolic compounds and vitamin C, which translates into notable antioxidant activity. It reduces trans-epidermal water loss due to its carbohydrate content.
Sage: Its ursolic acid is highly protective and reparative.
Moisturizing
Broccoli (juiced): The fatty acids it contains are characterized by a film-forming effect on the skin, keeping it elastic and hydrated.
Beetroot (juiced): There are numerous studies that support its moisturizing effect on the most superficial layers of the epidermis (stratum corneum).
Sensitive Skin
Cabbage (juiced): Its leaves are very soothing; in fact, it was formerly used in anti-inflammatory poultices.
Celery (juiced): The molecule responsible for its soothing effect is a precious antioxidant: luteolin.