Running low on skincare products? You don’t need to rush to the store. According to global beauty icon and entrepreneur Huda Kattan, some of the best skin remedies are already sitting in your kitchen. The Dubai-based beauty guru shared two of her favorite DIY face mask recipes made with just four simple ingredients, and they're incredibly effective for achieving smoother, clearer, and glowing skin.

Inspired by Her Mom’s Natural Remedies

In a conversation with DailyMail.com, Huda revealed that her love for homemade skincare comes from her mother, who was a “DIY queen” in the kitchen. “She taught me to be crafty with natural ingredients,” Huda said. Now, she’s paying it forward with two simple yet effective face masks that work wonders for dull or troubled skin—no chemicals, no hassle.

1. Papaya and Honey Face Mask — For Tone, Texture, and Glow

This mask is all about rejuvenation. Papaya is rich in papain, an enzyme that gently removes dead skin cells, brightens your complexion, and helps minimize pores. Paired with raw honey, which is a natural humectant and anti-inflammatory agent, this mask nourishes while calming redness or irritation.

Ingredients:

• 2–3 slices of fresh papaya

• 1 tablespoon of raw honey

How to Use:

1. Blend the papaya slices until smooth and runny.

2. Stir in the honey and mix well.

3. Apply to clean, dry skin.

4. Leave on for 10 minutes.

5. Rinse off with warm water and follow up with a light moisturizer.

Result: Instantly softer, more radiant skin with improved texture.

2. Pineapple, Oat, and Honey Mask — For Smoothness and Gentle Exfoliation

Short on time? This 2-minute mask delivers fast results. Pineapple contains bromelain, a powerful enzyme that reduces inflammation, fades dark spots, and gently exfoliates. Oats soothe irritation and help cleanse the skin, while honey adds hydration and antibacterial protection.

Ingredients:

• 10 chunks of fresh pineapple

• 1 tablespoon of oats

• 1 tablespoon of raw honey

How to Use:

1. Blend the pineapple chunks until smooth.

2. Add oats and honey, and stir until combined.

3. Apply to your face.

4. Leave it on for just 2 to 3 minutes.

5. Rinse with warm water and enjoy an instant glow.

Result: Brighter, smoother skin in minutes — perfect before a video call or night out.

Huda’s Secret Weapon Behind Her Own Glow

Both papaya and pineapple are the star ingredients in Huda’s own Wishful Yo Glow Enzyme Scrub, a best-seller that she says transformed her skin. “It helped with my acne scars, made my pores look smaller, and left my skin super smooth,” she shared.

These natural fruits are rich in enzymes, antioxidants, and brightening agents, making them perfect for those battling dullness, acne, or uneven tone. Best of all, they’re gentle enough for sensitive skin and budget-friendly too.

Final Thoughts: Kitchen Beauty That Actually Works

In a world full of overhyped products, these DIY fruit masks are proof that sometimes, simple is best. Whether you're battling quarantine breakouts or just want that weekend glow-up, Huda’s natural recipes offer a quick, effective, and affordable solution.

So before you toss that overripe papaya or forgotten pineapple, consider turning them into your new favorite face mask.

Your skin will thank you.