Perhaps every woman knows that for he althy and beautiful skin, it is not enough to use a cream in the morning and evening. Face masks will help get rid of dryness, puffiness, black spots, sebum. They are able to transform the skin in a short time. But in order to notice this in the mirror, you need to choose the right product and know a few rules: how to apply a mask on your face, at what time and how often. This will be discussed in the article.
When do you need a mask?
Masks are useful and effective at any age. Do not wait for the first wrinkles or pimples. The mask is an intensive care product, contains active ingredients in high concentration, therefore it copes with many problems:
- Anti-inflammatory and cleansing will get rid of acne and rashes.
- Moisturizing and nourishing will solve problems with peeling and tightness of the skin.
- Vitamin, anti-aging or smoothing will help inanti-wrinkle.
- Sebo-regulating and balancing will cope with oily sheen.
- Express mask will refresh the skin of the face and remove swelling in minutes.
- Dim and dull skin will benefit from a moisturizing or antioxidant mask.
Of course, this is not a magic elixir, the mask alone cannot cope with serious problems, but with the right approach, it will help the skin of the face stay he althy. The main thing is not to overdo it, after all, this is a tool for additional care, and you should not use it on an ongoing basis. Some masks are even recommended to be used according to a certain scheme. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to the manufacturer's advice.
How often can I use?
As mentioned above, masks contain a high concentration of components, so they have an intense effect on the skin. If the attached instructions do not indicate the time of use, you must remember that the maximum time for any mask is 30 minutes, many products are recommended to be kept no more than 10-15 minutes.
How often to apply a mask on the face to achieve a noticeable effect? Masks perform various tasks. For example, moisturizers refresh and saturate the skin in 10-15 minutes. For problem skin - they work for the future, gradually reducing the stratum corneum and freeing the pores. In this case, there will be no instant result, it will be noticeable in 3-4 weeks.
The frequency of procedures also depends on age. Young skin needs moisturizing, cleansing measures ornarrowing of pores. Up to 25 years, to maintain he althy skin, it is enough to use masks 1-2 times a week. It is advisable to give preference to natural remedies. From 30 to 40 years, when active processes slow down in the body, facial skin requires care at least 2-3 times, depending on the problems present. Owners of mature, more weakened and tired skin are recommended to use nourishing products with deep moisturizing, so after 40 years the masks can be used 3-4 times a week.
The skin of each person requires an individual approach. Often it is combined, in which case you need to be careful about choosing a mask. Let's dwell on this in more detail.
Which mask to choose?
You should focus on skin type:
- Oily skin is characterized by abundant sebum and enlarged pores, which leads to pimples and acne. Such a face needs frequent cleansing and less frequently moisturizing. When the skin has enough moisture, sebaceous secretions stop, oily sheen is removed. For oily skin, nourishing masks are recommended no more than 2 times a week, cleansers - no more than three times.
- With normal facial skin, it is enough to do cleansing masks once a week and devote the same amount of time to moisturizing and nourishing procedures.
- Dry skin is prone to drying out and peeling, so attention should be paid to moisturizing and nourishing (no more than 3 times). Purifying masks are recommended to be done no more than once.
- Owners of combination skin should find out which qualities dominate. If the skin is moreoverdried - limit yourself to nourishing masks, if the skin is characterized by sebaceous secretions - moisturize once.
- Sensitive skin requires careful handling. In this case, it is recommended to apply masks up to 4 times, but choose carefully, only based on natural ingredients, so as not to cause an allergic reaction.
- For problematic skin, it is important to choose the right nourishing and moisturizing masks with a drying and soothing effect. Use masks with anti-inflammatory ingredients at least 2 times.
What do all face types have in common? Masks can be alternated - soothing, nourishing, cleansing. It will not cause harm, on the contrary, it will improve the action, the main thing is without fanaticism.
When to apply?
When is the best time to apply a face mask? The answer to this question depends on the type and purpose of the product. Exfoliating and cleansing masks, films or with acids are best used after evening cleansing of the skin, at night. Such products remove dead cells, and the skin becomes vulnerable to environmental influences. Recovery takes time, but a night is enough.
Revitalizing, regenerating and nourishing masks should also be applied at night. During this time, the skin will take the maximum benefit from the product. Toning and refreshing masks, gel and patches should be applied in the morning or afternoon - they relieve puffiness after sleep, improve color and tone. Calming agents can be applied as needed.
The main thing is to remember that after a deepcleansing and exfoliating masks, you can’t go out in the sun without an SPF. It is undesirable to be in the cold after using the gel mask. And if the skin is dry and flaky, you can’t wait until the evening and try to cover up the problems with foundation - you need to use nutritional formulations.
How to choose a mask?
A large selection of cosmetics is on sale. But for the sake of safety and a good result, you need to know how to use and choose them correctly. The main thing is to pay attention to the composition so that it does not contain allergens and preservatives. If you need a quick result, it is better to use a proven and familiar tool. Untested may cause an allergic reaction or reddening of the skin. It is not recommended to experiment, it is better to strictly follow the instructions, which indicate how to apply a mask on the face. What is also important to consider when choosing a remedy?
- Skin type to choose a mask with the appropriate composition.
- The purpose of the mask is nourishing, whitening, toning, tightening, etc.
- Composition - the product should contain the maximum possible amount of useful substances that will support the beauty of the skin.
Purchased mask or self-made?
When choosing a face mask, time is also an important criterion. The composition of ready-made products includes components that are not available at home. The effectiveness of such masks is an order of magnitude higher than homemade ones, but they lose in terms of “usefulness”, since they also contain chemical additives. Store bought mask is the bestchoice for quick results. You just need to familiarize yourself with the composition and instructions, which indicate how to apply the mask on the face.
For homemade masks, the components must be selected independently. This is where their advantages lie: known ingredients, therefore allergies are excluded. The composition is natural, does not contain "chemistry". Low price. They are made from products that every housewife has. The disadvantage is the shelf life. Such mixtures are stored no longer than a few days.
How to properly apply a face mask?
For maximum effect, you need to prepare the skin, and this can be done in several stages. These rules are common to all masks:
- Cleanse the skin with lotion, milk or tonic. For oily skin, you can apply a scrub, for dry skin, wash with warm water. In some cases, it is required to steam the skin or clean it with a special agent. For example, before applying a black mask to your face, you need to steam the skin over a water bath in a decoction of herbs, dry it with a towel and then apply the selected product.
- Before applying the mask on the face, you need to make sure the ingredients are fresh and use the mixture immediately (for home masks). When using the finished product, look at the date of manufacture on the package and make sure that the expiration date allows you to use the mask.
- Pull back the hair so that it does not cover the face. It is convenient to use a shower cap. Given the consistency of the mask (fruit and berry flow), protect clothing. Cover shoulders and décolleté with a towel.
Applying a mask
Masks can be applied with hands, brushes, sponges or spatulas. Apply the product along the massage lines from the bottom up:
- from chin to earlobes;
- from nasolabial folds to ears;
- from the corners of the lips to the middle of the ear;
- to the temples and to the edge of hair growth from the bridge of the nose.
Fabric masks should be gently smoothed over the face. If the product is based on collagen, it is allowed to additionally cover the face with a film. Clay and alginate masks are more convenient to apply with a brush. Before applying the mask-film to the face, it is recommended to wipe the skin with cosmetic oil to prevent it from microdamages when removed. The film mask is applied with light movements in an even layer.
The next step is to apply the product to the area of the lips and around the eyes (except for formulations specially designed for this purpose). Keep the applied product no longer than the time indicated in the recipe. If itching, burning, immediately wash off the mask.
Cosmetic removal
Masks are washed off with warm or cold running water, without soap. Purifying, anti-inflammatory, from clay - with warm water. To enhance the effect, you can add a little vinegar or lemon juice to the water. Those with dry or normal skin can use a weak tea solution or herbal infusion.
Moisturizing and oil masks are removed with a napkin or cotton pad. Gently and without pressure on the skin. Then facewipe with an infusion of herbs or a weak solution of tea and lubricate with a nourishing cream. Clay masks must be removed in two stages - first, gently remove the dried clay with a spatula, then wash your face. Lifting masks are usually removed as a whole sheet. If it does not work out, you can remove it piece by piece. The film mask is carefully removed from the bottom up, the remnants are washed off with warm water.
Masks are an effective and affordable tool that can improve skin condition and complexion in a short time. The choice of this kind of funds is quite large, and it all depends on your preferences, skin type, age and, of course, financial capabilities.
