DIY summer face masks with cold-pressed oils: TOP 3 recipes for different skin types

Smooth, firm, and velvety skin is one of the key elements of beauty. To maintain it, proper, consistent, and nourishing skincare is essential. This is especially true for the face, which is more exposed than other areas of the body to temperature fluctuations, dry indoor air, UV rays, and other environmental stressors.

One of the best natural remedies for supporting healthy skin are cold-pressed plant oils. They can be applied in pure form (for oiling) or combined with other natural ingredients, depending on the skin’s needs and concerns.

How cold-pressed oils affect the skin

Vegetable oils have nourishing, moisturizing, and regenerating properties. They create an invisible protective layer on the skin’s surface that helps to lock in moisture, strengthen the skin barrier and protect against harmful external factors.

Cold-pressed oils are rich in omega fatty acids and phytohormones, which stimulate cell regeneration and boost natural collagen production, keeping skin firm and elastic.

Pro tip: If your skin feels very dehydrated, dermatologists recommend applying oil to the face after gently patting it with a cotton pad soaked in micellar or purified water. This “two-layer method” helps seal in hydration.

The choice of oil and DIY mask recipe depends on your skin type and individual needs (including age-related changes).

TOP 3 DIY summer face masks with cold-pressed oils

For dry, flaky skin: ½ ripe avocado (mashed into a smooth puree) and 1 tsp cold-pressed flaxseed oil. Apply the mixture to clean, dry skin (avoiding the eye area). Rinse off with lukewarm water after 30 minutes. Repeat once a week for soft, hydrated skin.

For oily, acne-prone skin:1 tsp white clay (kaolin), 1 egg white (preferably organic, free-range), 1 tsp raw almond oil (cold-pressed) and 2–3 drops fresh lemon juice. This mask tightens pores, regulates sebum production, and gently brightens the skin, giving it a fresher, more radiant tone.

For mature, aging skin: 2 tsp grated raw zucchini, 1 tsp apricot kernel oil (cold-pressed). Apply to a clean face and rinse off after 20 minutes with lukewarm water.

If the skin feels tight afterward, follow with a light layer of apricot kernel oil or cream. Apricot oil absorbs quickly, has a delicate texture, and leaves no greasy shine.

Natural cold-pressed oils by CraftOil – your at-home skincare solution

CraftOil offers a wide range of organic, 100% natural, cold-pressed oils rich in vitamins and minerals: apricot kernel oil – light, nourishing, and perfect for sensitive or mature skin, flaxseed oil – packed with omega-3 for deep hydration, almond oil – full of antioxidants to protect against free radicals. Plus other valuable products: seeds, grains, nuts, and natural flours

All CraftOil products are free from preservatives, stabilizers, or artificial fragrances. These are «living» oils that can solve many cosmetic concerns while supporting overall health and wellbeing.

Discover your perfect cold-pressed oil today by exploring the full range on the CraftOil website.