Inside Out: Cactus Water Face Mask + Chia Fresca
How to use cactus water to nourish your body from within + a DIY face mask that uses cactus water to improve your skin from the outside.
Yield: 1
Cost: $6
Equipment
- Small bowl
- Blender
Materials
Vitamin C Cactus Water Face Mask
- 1 oz cactus water
- 1 oz aloe vera
- 1 tablespoon pink clay
- ¼ teaspoon Ascorbic acid vitamin c
- 1 teaspoon prickly pear seed oil or ½ teaspoon prickly pear and ½ teaspoon jojoba oil
- 1 drop rose essential oil
- 3 drops frankincense essential oil
- 2 drops helichrysum essential oil
Cactus Water Chia Fresca
- 3 cups coconut water
- 2 cactus fruits peeled, chopped
- ½ lemon juice only
- 2 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
Vitamin C Cactus Water Face Mask
- In a measuring cup or small bowl combine the cactus water and aloe vera. Add ascorbic acid and stir until dissolved. Add pink clay and stir until combined. In a separate bowl, combine prickly pear seed oil, jojoba (if using) and essential oils. Add to the cactus water mixture and stir.
- To use, apply to the face (avoid the eyes and mouth) with a facial brush or clean fingers. Let sit for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water. Follow with toner and moisturizer.
- Refrigerate extras in a clean jar with lid and use within 2 weeks.
Cactus Water Chia Fresca
- Add the cactus pulp, lemon juice and coconut water into a blender and pulse to obtain a smooth liquid.
- Transfer into your water bottle, add the chia seeds, cover the bottle and shake well to combine.
- Drink after 10 minutes, when the chia has absorbed some of the liquid, or after your workout.
Notes
Cactus water has many health benefits on the inside. It's full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that boost hydration, soothe inflammation and support the immune system. Sip cactus water post-workout to help the body recover and try it in the afternoon instead of coffee for an energy boost.