This review was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Dawn. I was provided the featured product free of charge to facilitate my review, but all opinions are 100% mine.
Many people believe that splurging on beauty treatments and products are usually the best way to obtain the look and feel of youth, yet more times than not the “fountain of youth” can be found in your kitchen! Not only DIY facial masks are effective, but they’re also simple, natural, and inexpensive. The only downside of making your own face mask is that this simple, yet pampering luxury comes with a chore, as your hands and the bowl you use to concoct your creation can get quite messy. Nothing that Dawn Hand Renewal can’t handle, though!
The Dawn Hand Renewal is known to have the utmost grease-cutting power, yet it is gentle enough that it will not dry out your hands. In fact, it’s one of the few dish detergents I can use without having an allergic reaction (I normally have to to wear gloves with other brands). It makes my pampering session less of a chore, as it cleans off the mask residue on my hands, as well as the tools I use to make the mask (muddler and bowl). My hands feel utterly soft and smooth afterwards, thanks to the moisturizing benefits that Dawn Hand Renewal provides!
Exfoliating Oatmeal Facial Mask
Exfoliating Oatmeal Facial Mask
1 Tablespoon of Bentonite Clay Powder (optional)
1/2 Banana
1 Teaspoon Milk (I used Flaxseed Milk, but any kind of milk will work.)
Step-by-Step Directions
Step-by-Step Directions
1. In a small mixing bowl, use a fork to mash half of a ripe banana in a lump-free pulp.
2. Mix a teaspoon of any kind of milk and 1 tablespoon of ground oatmeal – grinding down the oats is the most ideal since it gives you the perfect consistency. You can also add the a tablespoon of Bentonite Clay, which is suitable for combination skin like mine. The Bentonite Clay helps draw out skin impurities that are lurking within, such as toxins, excess oil, and dirt. As for the milk, I highly recommend anything other than regular milk. I prefer flax milk since it contains omega-3 fatty acids, which is crucial for healthy skin. Combine all of the ingredients thoroughly.
3. Wash your face with lukewarm water to open up the pores, and pat dry with a soft towel. Using clean fingers, rub the mask into your face in a circular motion. Apply the mask in a slightly thick layer so it has time to sink in.
4. Keep your mask on for 10-15 minutes, and then wash your face with warm water sans soap. Splash cold water onto your face to close your pores. Then, gently pat dry with a fresh towel.
The Exfoliating Oatmeal Facial Mask gently exfoliates, draws out toxins, and makes a wonderful skin softening face mask!
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To to the Motherhood Giveaway
To to the Motherhood Giveaway
One winner will receive a maple muddler, a bottle of Dawn Hand Renewal, hand towel, mixing bowl, and headband.
Love this mask recipe! I always need a good exfoliator in the summer. Plus I love dawn renewal too!
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What a neat idea!
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This is such a unique way to use Dawn that I wouldn’t have thought of!
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I only use that type of Dawn Hand Renewal. I love it! It reminds me of pina coladas.
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For long lasting youth, always moisturize! And hydrate so you moisturize from the inside out!
Oh I will so be making this. Traveling out West has made my skin so dry.
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I totally want to try your facial mask. after laying out in the sun, my skin is super dry!
Looks amazing I would love to try something like this.
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Exfoliating the skin by using a good face mask like the Oatmeal one hear and using a good night and day cream with retinol. It really helps with fine lines and wrinkles.
My advice is to eat right, live right and have a cheerful, positive attitude.
That sounds like a nice mask! I am real big on moisturize,moisturize and moisturize! I drink plety of water also.
I love homemade beauty treatments! So neat to see that Dawn now has a gentle formula that still has powerful grease cutting action.
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Start with a beauty regime when you are young,you will never regret it.
My best advice is always wear sunscreen and use lotion daily.
Hydrate and moisturize. And go light on make up.
Staying hydrated is a huge help for skin, and always wear sunscreen!
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Drink lots of water, get 8 hours sleep and use sunscreen every time you go out in the sun
I use sunscreen when I’m outside.
Use moisturizer and drink lots of water
My beauty advice is drink plenty of water during the day to keep yourself hydrated.
Take care of your skin as best as you can!
Dawn is my go-to dish washing soap. Nothing else seems to conquer grease and stuck on yuck!
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Using a weekly hair mask to keep my hair extra moisturized and soft and manageable.
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Use sunscreen.
Drinks lots of water and wear sunscreen 🙂
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Drink a lot of water, and eat fresh fruits and vegetables!!
Drink water! Get enough sleep! Don’t smoke! Use sunscreen! Enjoy your life!
It’s important to use sunscreen, stay hydrated and for goodness sakes, don’t smoke!
Wow, this is so easy to make. I never use a facial mask but really should start using one regularly.
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Thanks for the recipe! I love smooth skin.
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I should try this and give your recipe to my oldest, thank you so much!
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I need to give my hands a treat!
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I’ll have to do this for my skin. Looks amazing.
My advice is to drink lots of water to keep hydrated and use a good moisturizer.
I moisturize dazily but so glad you shared this, I have to try this one myself
I love Dawn, gonna have to try out your mask! I am a person that thinks using lotion and getting your skin hydrated will help give you a longer life of youthful skin!
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I drink lots of water for hydrated and use a good moisturizer daily. I try to eat well and get enough sleep.
A good moisturizer is key, exfoliating helps too!
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I put vitamin E on my face every night.
I’ve heard dawn was great on hands, going to have to try this!
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This is wonderful! My hands get so dry in the summertime – and I never would have thought of using dawn dish soap! Can’t wait to try it out!
Being happy and laughing is my advice for long lasting youth! 🙂 Thanks for the opportunity!
moisturize moisturize moisturize
Thanks for the great recipe. I love making my own bath/body goodies and have added this to my recipe list for my DIY stuff.
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Pick your ancestors carefully and observe what they do, they are a mirror into your future. The main thing is, don’t smoke!
My Beauty Advice Is To Moisture And Drink Lot’s Water Daily For Healthy, Glowing Skin.
What a great recipe. Thanks.
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Wear sunscreen, get plenty of rest, exercise, drink water. Also manage stress. 🙂
Always moisturize your skin at night. Gives it up to 8 hours to do its job.
Oatmeal is so soothing for the skin. I’ll have to try this!
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For long lasting youth, eat right, live right and exercise.
Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen!
Clean your face before bed. Warm washcloth and a little cleaner.
My advice is to keep your skin hydrated with lotions and such and to drink plenty of water.
one my beauty advice to keep ur skin looking healthy is to drink lots of water and use lotion too.
My best advice is to always wear sunscreen. It prevents not only burns but also premature wrinkles and age spots from appearing.
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Definitely to moisturize as much as possible!
I always use sunscreen when going outside.
Sunscreen!! And no smoking!! 🙂
My advice is to drink plenty of water.
My best advice is to stay out of the sun as much as possible but if you do have to be in it make sure you use a sunscreen.