Using Crushed Aspirin to Make a Facial Mask

We all know that aspirin is normally used to ease headache symptoms and help the heart, but did you know that this little miracle tablet can be ground up and used as a facial mask? The result will be healthy-looking skin that is well exfoliated. The procedure is quite simple. All you need is a few aspirin tablets, a small cup or bowl (a little pinch type bowl works the best) and something to smash the aspirin up with. For this, a fork works well. Put the aspirin in the bowl and add just a few drops of water. The aspirin will start to break down into more of a grainy, watery powder. Mash the tablets a bit with your fork or spoon until you form a paste that is similar in texture to a clay beauty mask or whatever type of mask you are used to. If you feel that you have made the mask has too much liquid, feel free to add another aspirin. Add a couple drops of lemon juice and mix with your spoon. Your aspirin mask should have a smooth consistency- not to thick and not to thin.

Now that your mask is all mixed, it is time to apply it to your face. You should apply the mask very shortly after you make it so the mixture doesn't get too dry. Find a headband or a ponytail holder to prevent the aspirin from getting into your hair and creating a chalky mess. Apply the mask with the tips of your fingers, being very careful not to get too close to the eye area. Some of the mask will likely fall off, but it will stick better once it starts drying. I like to keep the mask on for ten minutes. Before I rinse off the mask I take the opportunity to massage the aspirin particles into my face. The aspirin particles act as an excellent exfoliator as well as a mask. When you have massaged the aspirin for a minute or so, rinse the mask off your face with tepid water and a washcloth. Follow up with moisturizer as needed.

Your face will feel soft, fresh, and exfoliated! You can apply this mask as often as you'd like, but be careful if your skin is sensitive. Having dry skin myself, I like to use this mask twice a week because of its exfoliating properties. However, people with breakout prone skin may want to see how their skin reacts to the mask the first time before using very frequently.