What better way to feel purified and peaceful during the month of Ramadan than to create a face mask using items that put you in the Ramadan vibe? From dates to tea, to coffee, we have a list that will keep your skin clear and fresh, while enjoying the spirit of the holy month.

Date Hydration Mask

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Eating dates during Ramadan is both customary and practiced in accordance with traditions in the religion of Islam, but dates have been proven to boost the body’s energy level throughout the day and work wonders for skin hydration! Use this date-based concoction to both hydrate dry skin and feel fresh and dewy for a start to your day.

How to:

• Prepare 4 to 5 dates and remove the pit
• Soak the dates in water for an hour before mashing
• Blend half of a cucumber till it’s liquified
• Add one tablespoon of honey
• Add two tablespoons of plain yoghurt
• Mix all the ingredients and apply the mask for half an hour

Chamomile Soothing Mask

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Did you know that drinking herbal or low caffeinated beverages during and after iftar is recommended to avoid dehydration during Ramadan? On another note, tea, particularly chamomile, works wonders for your skin!

Chamomile has soothing properties, so this facial is especially beneficial to people with sensitive skin, and those prone to acne and redness.

How to:

• Brew around 50ml of chamomile tea and allow it to cool down
• Ass four drops of tea tree oil to the mix
• Using a cotton ball or swab, apply the mixture to your face before bed
• Leave on for five minutes and rinse to get clear and smooth skin

Ultimate Coffee Mask

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Coffee is often consumed in Ramadan post iftar dinners during social gatherings and with family. It is valued in the holy month for bringing loved ones closer together, but who says you can’t use it on your face? The grounds do not dissolve in water, which makes them good at scrubbing away dead skin cells. Caffeic acid, an antioxidant, is known to boost collagen levels and reduce the premature aging of cells.

How to:

• Mix the coffee grounds with cocoa powder in your bowl.
• Add milk and stir until a paste is created.
• Toss in lemon juice and honey.
• Mix it up and apply to your face.
• Let it dry, up to 20 minutes, and rinse!