Face To Face With Violett: Facial Masks: Deep Nourishment For The Skin

Facial masks provide deep nourishment to the skin, so why do so many people neglect to use a mask? Because it takes longer; most masks need to sit on the skin for about 10-15 minutes. Not many people want to add time to their skin-care routine.

One of the main benefits of face masks is that they offer a wide range of skin care benefits in one easy application. A mask blankets the skin, helping the active ingredients penetrate. Masks can be used to moisturize, detoxify, increase circulation and replenish nutrients.

Another benefit of facial masks is that some offer double the skin care benefits! If you’ve ever seen the facial mask combos like a scrub and mask in one, you’re basically getting two skin care treatments in one product. First, you’re exfoliating off dead skin cells with the scrub and then you leave on the mask to purify, brighten or nourish the new skin you just revealed. You could save some money on these one’s and buy an exfoliating mask instead of an exfoliator and a mask.

You want a mask that is going to fill the biggest need for your skin, so obviously someone with acne doesn't need a hydrating mask because they already have too much oil. Figure out what your biggest concern is and find a mask that's designed to meet that need.

Facial Masks = Simple

Using a face mask might seem like a hassle to some people but they’re actually really simple to use. If you’ve got a few minutes, a bare face and mask, you’re good to go. You don’t have to worry about layering the right products on in the right order or anything fancy-just apply, wait and wash off. Face masks are one of the easiest and quickest ways to give your skin a big boost without a bunch of fuss. I’ll typically put on a mask during a commercial, plop back down on the couch and next commercial I rinse it off.

Here are some types of masks to consider:

Cream Masks

Using a cream-based face mask allows you to put it exactly where you want it and it lets you more easily decide how much of it you want to use. Maybe you want to spot treat some acne or apply a deep cleansing mask to just your nose. You can use a mask however you want so they’re totally convenient to do whether you just need a quick spot fix or a more intense treatment.

Cream masks are also excellent for sensitive skin types. A mask allows you to provide delicate exfoliation. Look for a cream mask that helps gently remove dead skin cells without irritation.

Clay masks

Clay masks use kaolin clay, a natural ingredient in soil. Kaolin clay is known for absorbing oil, for drawing out impurities and dirt that can make pores look more noticeable, and for removing dead skin cells. These masks might be targeted to oily t-zones or acne-prone skin, and may contain acne-fighting ingredients such as salicylic acid. Salicylic Acid stimulates natural exfoliation to clear pore congestion.

For acne prone skin, to really help draw out impurities, look for a mask with ammonium bituminosulfonate. This ingredient is known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Clay masks help cleanse the skin from bacteria, leaving it clean, decongested and healthy.

Antioxidant Green Tea, Magnolia, Tea Tree, Cedar and Grapefruit can help control overactive oil production.

Hydrating masks

These soothe, nourish and, as their name implies are super-moisturizing. These are perfect for dry and dehydrated skin. Use a cream mask to help calm and restore a glowing complexion. Moisture-boosting hyaluronic acid and Shea butter along with vitamin E, mango seed butter, water lily extracts, sunflower seed oil and coconut oil make an ideal skin-smoothing treatment.

Firming and anti-aging masks

These masks deal with wrinkles and loss of firmness. There are many ingredients to instantly firm and lift. Golden seaweed restores skin resilience. Brazilian Fruit Extracts, if in a mask can promote collagen production to plump skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Use a mask with glycolic and salicylic acids to get rid of debris and exhausted cells are swept away to reveal youthful-looking skin while stimulating cell proliferation. Use a mask with Vitamin C to help even out skin pigment. This is great for hyperpigmentation (dark spots from sun damage). Vitamin A helps increase elasticity and moisture content

Seaweed masks

Seaweed masks can be used on a variety of skin types. These masks can provide detoxifying, oxygenating, re-balancing, hydrating, anti-aging and renewing benefits. They can also provide deep moisture, skin-brightening, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties depending on the type of seaweed. It also helps to protect the elastic fibers to help slow the signs of aging. There is truly a seaweed mask for every skin ailment.

How to Remove a Mask

Proper removal of a mask is important. Facial masks should be removed by splashing the face with clean water and then gently patting the face dry with a clean towel. You should never scrub off the mask with a washcloth, because this could cause damage to the delicate structure of the skin and add bacteria back to the skin.

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