A spa day sounds wonderful! Then reality sets in… the list of things you have to do are growing and your spa day is officially in the back of your mind.

Even if your busy schedule prevents you from scheduling in a well-deserved spa treatment once in a while, you can still get your natural beauty on at home with this quick & simple face mask using just a few ingredients from your kitchen!

Coffee “Mud” Mask For Your Face and Body

(2 applications for face or 1 application for larger area)

Ingredients

2 tsp coffee grounds (caffeinated; hang on to the coffee grounds from your morning cuppa!)
2 tsp cacao powder
1 tsp apple cider vinegar (ACV, unpasteurized; can substitute with witch hazel or rose water if you have extra-sensitive skin)
1 tsp honey
1 tsp filtered water (or more if needed)

Preparation

In a small glass bowl mix coffee grounds & cacao powder with a silicon spatula.
Add wet ingredients and mix until a paste forms. If it’s too thick, add a bit more water until desired consistency is reached.
Using your fingers, spread mask over face or desired area, and let sit for 10 - 15 minutes.
Rinse off with warm water using circular motions to get some gentle exfoliation of the skin.
Pat dry with a clean towel and apply a rich moisturizer - perfect routine before bed:)

I hope you enjoyed this recipe for self-care. Let me know in the comments how you felt after taking sometime for yourself.

If you need more ideas for self-care make sure you read - 50 Simple Ways to Start a Daily Self-Care Practice

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