Allergic Skin Should Be Cautious About Fruit & Vegetable Face Masks
I’m a beauty-loving girl who enjoys making my own fruit and vegetable face masks at home. However, I have allergic skin, and sometimes after applying these masks, I experience itching sensations. What should people like me pay attention to when using fruit and vegetable face masks? Zhang Ping from Taoyuan
Making face masks from fruit slices, milk, or egg yolks at home ensures freshness and avoids artificial fragrances, dyes, and preservatives, so they feel safer to use. Yet homemade masks aren’t necessarily safe—those with sensitive skin must use caution.
First, improper handling of fibers or rough edges of fruit peels during slicing may trigger skin allergies. People with sensitive skin should avoid directly applying sliced fruits.
Second, some fruits like lemons are highly acidic, causing a “bleaching” effect on skin. Direct application may lead to rougher skin. For those with allergic skin, irritation often occurs shortly after application. The best solution is to juice such fruits, mix with flour and water to form a paste, then apply. Store-bought fruit masks, formulated with balanced ingredients, are also viable options. Ana