Skin Care

12 Face Packs for Dry Skin You Can Whip and Apply Right Now!

Just a list of the right natural ingredients and your dry skin is already having the best time!


Written by Manal Yahya

On Apr 18, 2023 – 10 minutes read

12 Face Packs For Dry Skin

After several failed attempts at using the store-bought face packs for dry skin, it’s time to go natural: homemade face packs for dry skin. What can go wrong with homemade face packs anyway? In other words: the safest choice.

All the ingredients you put on your skin will be natural, unlike the face packs you buy from stores, packed with harsh chemicals. And it is always better to choose natural face packs for dry skin. Because you do not want to aggravate your skin condition any further.

Here, you have plenty of natural options to whip up homemade face packs for your dry skin. You can choose and try any one, or three, or all 12 according to your skin’s needs. Get mixing!

Homemade Face Packs for Dry and Flaky Skin!

Dry skin basically means sore skin with flaky patches on your Sahara-like dehydrated skin. And let’s not talk about how badly and quickly it turns from bad to terrible during the dreaded cold winter days. From choosing the wrong cleanser for your skin to over-exfoliating to several other contributing factors, dry skin is more susceptible to these damaging factors.

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The reason could be that it is inherently more sensitive than other skin types. So it goes without saying: you have to take care of dry skin extremely carefully.

While there are several products on the market that are totally safe to use on dry skin, you still can pamper your —highly— sensitive skin at home with much safer ingredients. That is from your kitchen. Not only are these homemade face packs(1) for dry skin safe and effective to use but are also super easy to make. All of them don’t necessarily need to work on all dry skins. But most of them will, as per the tolerance of your dry, and especially sensitive skin.

But before we get into the good parts, let’s see what causes dry skin to begin with. You have to know the root causes to treat any type of skin in the right way!

What Causes And Worsens Dry Skin?

A considerably huge number of people have and struggle with dry skin. Let’s face it, the tightness, tautness, cracks, redness, and itching (at times) make dry skin even worse. During winters, it suffers the most. So, what causes and worsens dry skin?

Fundamentally, when your skin does not have enough water and natural oils, it becomes dry and tight instead of supple and stretchy(2). Indeed, lack of sebum production and moisturization are the main culprits of dry skin. But when your skin’s surface becomes aggravated and pulls apart, your skin dries out even more. As a result, your skin becomes tight with flaky patches of itchy or scaly skin or your skin’s texture becomes rough with cracks. And worse, it may sting or burn. None of these sound anywhere near good. Especially during winters when your skin has soaked up all its moisture.

Several factors, including environmental and certain health conditions, cause dry skin. And some worsens it. When you use harsh, over-drying skincare products (with alcohol), take long, hot showers or baths, use heat sources (central heating), or live in cold and dry conditions, your skin ought to be dry. Also, when you have eczema, dehydration, or drink excess alcohol, and other lifestyle choices, your skin dries out even further.

What Causes And Worsens Dry Skin

Going Overboard?

Next, let’s talk about what worsens dry skin. Both over-cleansing and over-exfoliating can create havoc on dry skin. So does slathering gallops of moisturizers on top of several layers. In addition, not drinking enough water, not moisturizing enough, using highly lathering saps, unprotected sun exposure, and pollution contributes to worsening dry skin.

Over-cleansing dry skin strips your skin of its natural oils and unbalances the pH levels. So, use a pH-balanced cleanser and toner and your skin should not feel tight after you are done. This way, you can know when you are doing it right.

When it comes to exfoliation, dry skin cannot stand vigorous exfoliation with cleaning brushes or harsh exfoliants. So you have to use a gentle exfoliant —preferably an AHA— once or twice a week. And not more than that. When it comes to moisturizers, don’t just slather on multiple layers as it can cause more breakouts and dull skin. Instead, choose a moisturizer that contains lots of antioxidants to revitalize your skin without soaking up your moisture levels. An excellent ingredient to look for: hyaluronic acid —it maintains hydration.

Before You Try Homemade Face Packs for Dry Skin

Before you jump and raid your kitchen to make the homemade face packs listed below, you have to keep a few things in mind.

  1. You have to check the expiry date (or sell-by dates) of the products you are planning to use. Don’t use anything that has been sitting in your fridge for ages just because it’s known to moisturize your skin. If you won’t dare eat it, don’t use it!
  2. Avoid using certain ingredients without pre-mixing first. For instance, you cannot put lemons and apple cider vinegar directly onto your skin as they can cause skin bleaching. Dry skin is sensitive, remember?
  3. To see how your facial skin reacts, do a patch test on your neck first. You do not want to risk an allergic reaction.
  4. Use homemade face masks on the day you make them to avoid irritating your skin. Use ingredients that are fresh and apply within an hour of mixing.

12 Homemade Face Packs to Keep the Dryness at Bay

There are countless face packs for dry skin on the market and in your kitchen(3). I have listed here 12 of the all-natural, homemade face packs you can pamper your dry skin with for quicker and better results!

Watermelon, Cucumber, Milk Powder, and Yogurt

Method: Mix 2 tablespoons of watermelon juice and cucumber juice with 1 tablespoon of milk powder and yogurt. Apply the paste on your face and leave it on for 20 minutes. Then, wash it off.

Depending on your skin condition, you can apply it thrice a week.

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Benefits: Watermelon and cucumber, with their high water content, moisturize and soothe dry skin. Yogurt further removes redness or itchiness and relaxes the skin.

Orange Juice and Oatmeal Face Packs for Dry Skin

Method: Mix 1-2 tablespoons of oatmeal with 2 tablespoons of orange juice. Apply the paste on your skin and leave it on for 15 minutes. Then, wash it off with water.

Apply it once a week.

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Benefits: Orange juice can be used as a skin toner. Not to mention, it contains vitamin C that prevents water loss from the skin and helps to repair the skin, increase collagen production, and diminish wrinkles. Also, oatmeal has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which help to treat dry skin.

Multani Mitti, Honey, and Water

Method: Mix 1-2 tablespoons of Multani mitti powder with 1 tablespoon of honey. Add some water to get the right consistency. Apply the paste on our skin and leave it one for 10 minutes. Then, rinse it off with water.

Apply it once a week.

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Benefits: Multani mitti (fuller’s earth) treats not only oily skin but also dry skin. Especially when you mix with moisturizing honey. This face pack hydrates and gives nutrition to dry skin.

Strawberry, Honey, Oatmeal, and Water

Method: Mash 2-3 ripe strawberries, then, add 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon oatmeal, and some water to it. Apply it on your skin and let it sit for 15 minutes. Then, wash it off with cool water.

Apply it twice a week.

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Benefits: Strawberries with their vitamin C content helps get rid of the dryness. In addition, they help in brightening the complexion and protecting the skin from UV rays. This is one of the best homemade face packs for summer.

Cucumber and Sugar Face Packs for Dry Skin

Method: Peel and mash half a cucumber, add 1 tablespoon sugar, mix, and refrigerate the mix for some time. Apply it on your face by gently scrubbing and leave it on for 10 minutes. Then, rinse it off with cold water.

Apply it twice a week.

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Benefits: Cucumber is a popular ingredient with cooling and hydrating effects. When you apply it to your skin, it gives instant nourishment and soothing to make it soft and supple. For those with itching sensations, this homemade face pack will suffice.

Cocoa Powder, Honey, Besan, and Coconut Milk

Method: Mix ½ tablespoon of cocoa powder, ½ tablespoon of honey, 2 teaspoons of coconut milk, and 1 teaspoon of besan to make a smooth paste. Apply it on your face and leave it on for 10-12 minutes. Then, wash it off.

Apply it once a week.

Cocoa Powder, Honey, Besan, and Coconut Milk

Benefits: Cocoa powder freshens dull and dry skin with its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. When mixed with coconut milk, it effectively becomes one of the best homemade face packs for pimples and dark spots. It’s also nourishing and moisturizing, because of both coconut milk and besan.

Besan, Yogurt, Honey, and Turmeric

Method: Mix 2 tablespoons of besan, 1 tablespoon of yogurt, 1 teaspoon of honey, and a dash of turmeric. Make a smooth paste, apply, and leave it on for 10 minutes. Then, rinse it off with cold water.

Apply it twice a week.

Besan, Yogurt, Honey, and Turmeric

Benefits: Besan helps in removing the dead cells from your skin without having to exfoliate harshly. Yogurt and honey deeply cleanse and moisturize your dry skin while turmeric mountains the pH levels of your skin. So altogether, this homemade face pack for dry skin with besan could be your weakly treats!

Sandalwood Powder, Coconut Oil, and Rose Water

Method: Mix 1 tablespoon of sandalwood powder, ¼ teaspoon coconut oil, and 1 tablespoon rose water. Apply the paste on your face and leave it on for 15 minutes. Then, rinse it off with cool water.

Apply it twice a week.

Sandalwood Powder, Coconut Oil, and Rose Water

Benefits: Sandalwood (Chandan) is a brilliant ingredient for treating dry and flaky patches and irritation on the skin. Coconut oil, on the other hand, is a pure form of hydration, nourishment, and moisturization of dry skin.

Turmeric, Honey, and Yogurt

Method: Mix 2 tablespoons of yogurt with 1 tablespoon of honey and a dash of turmeric. Apply the paste to your face and leave it on for 20 minutes. Then, rinse it off.

Apply it twice a week.

homemade face mask for glowing skin

Benefits: Yogurt exfoliates your dull and dry skin naturally to result in glowing skin. It also helps in removing dead skin cells from your skin. On the other hand, honey hydrates as well as moisturizes your dry skin, especially during winters. A pinch of turmeric adds its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to target your pores. In turn, your dry skin calms itself.

Banana, Honey, and Olive Oil Face Packs for Dry Skin

Method: Mash ½ banana and mix with 1 tablespoon honey and 1 teaspoon olive oil to make a smooth paste. Apply it over your face and leave it on for 10 minutes. Then, rinse off with cold water.

Apply it once a week.

What is the best homemade face mask for dry skin?

Benefits: Both banana and honey have moisturizing and nourishing properties that treat dry and flaky skin. As honey and olive oil are emollients, they can deeply moisturize and condition the skin. Olive oil can also balance sebum production. This is also a homemade face pack for whitening.

Aloe Vera, Honey, and Sandalwood Powder

Method: Mix 2 tablespoons of fresh aloe vera gel, 1 teaspoon of honey, and 1 tablespoon of sandalwood powder (optional). Apply it on your face and leave it on for 15 minutes. Then, wash it off with warm water.

Apply it twice a week.

What is the best homemade face mask for dry skin?

Benefits: Aloe vera has healing, moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. When you apply it on dry skin along with moisturizing honey, it can hydrate and rejuvenate the skin. This homemade face pack will also give glowing and radiant skin.

Avocado, Honey, and Rose Water

Method: Mix 2 tablespoons of mashed avocado with 1 teaspoon of honey and 1 teaspoon of rose water. Apply it and leave it on for 10 minutes. Then, rinse off with lukewarm water.

Apply it once a week.

How do you make a homemade face mask for dry skin?

Benefits: Enriched with antioxidants, avocado is amazing for dry skin. It has healthy fats and collagen-boosting, moisturizing, and anti-aging properties. When mixed with honey and rose water, your dry skin will get double moisturization.

Benefits Of Using Homemade Face Packs for Dry Skin

Besides improving the condition of your skin and locking in moisture, the benefits of using all-natural, homemade face packs are plenty.

  • Deeply cleanse the skin without over-drying
  • Balance the dryness of the skin with moisturizing ingredients
  • Keep the dry skin hydrated throughout the day
  • Nourish the skin and bring radiance and glow to the dull skin
  • Rejuvenate, re-energize, and relax your reactive skin
  • Increase the effectiveness of other skincare products
  • Give you natural face packs without chemicals and other harsh ingredients

Final Thoughts

Skin is your body’s first line of defense. Therefore, treating and taking care of it should be considered a necessity. Dry skin, like any other skin type, has its own terrible torments. So, you need to pamper your dry skin to fight dryness. But more importantly, to not make it any worse than it already is.

In addition to using these homemade face packs for dry skin —once or twice a week, you have to drink enough water to hydrate your skin and follow a skincare routine with hydrating products. Only if you take care of your skin will your skin improve. Do your part and let it do its part!

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    https://opendermatologyjournal.com/VOLUME/11/PAGE/72/FULLTEXT/
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    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/dry-skin-treatment
  3. The Open Dermatology Journal(2017). In- House preparation and standardization of Herbal pack. (Online). Available at

    https://opendermatologyjournal.com/VOLUME/11/PAGE/72/FULLTEXT/

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