How to Make a Natural Skin Peel

Last Updated: August 10, 2021

Occasional facial peels are great for the skin because they loosen and remove dead skin cells. Doing this will improve the texture of the skin, while at the same time restore its elasticity, reduce pore size and diminish fine lines and wrinkles. It can also assist in reducing hyperpigmentation and in stimulating collagen production.

Steps

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Gently heat together one packet unflavored gelatin, the juice of one lemon and one orange. Heat until the gelatin is completely dissolved.^{[1]
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Let cool until almost set.

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Whisk in one egg yolk.^{[2]
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Apply a thin layer to the face and neck areas.
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Leave on for 20 to 25 minutes, or until dry.
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Rinse off completely with warm water.^{[3]
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Pat dry gently with a soft toweling cloth.
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Finished.

Community Q&A

Question

Is there an expiration for this one?

Katherine Chiang

Community Answer

As this skin peel is natural and contains no preservatives, it won't last very long. Keep it in the fridge for at most two weeks. In the fridge, the gelatin will harden, but heating carefully will make the mask usable again.
Question

How many times a week can I do this process?

Community Answer

Only do it once every few weeks to avoid from damaging your skin. Peels are good for dead skin, but doing it too often can obstruct skin regrowth.
Question

Will the skin start peeling right away or after few days?

Community Answer

It should work as soon as you wash it off, but if not check the recipe to make sure you did everything correctly.

Warnings

Be mindful if you have allergies to any of these ingredients, allergic reactions are more likely to occur even though you are not directly ingesting the items but are using them as a skin care recipe. This is because many ingredients are easily absorbed directly through our skin.

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Some types of gelatin are not vegetarian!^{[4]
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