The world of masks seems to be fashionable. But if we talk to our grandmothers, they'll tell you that masks have always been used for skin care. Since ancient times, facial masks have been one of the most popular beauty treatments.
Facial masks are a cosmetic product that is used in a timely manner to complete your skin care routine. Depending on their ingredients, the masks help you in such important aspects of skin care as hydrating, regenerating, nourishing, brightening, cleaning, protecting.
By applying a mask you are reaching the deepest layers of the skin and therefore you will notice the skin of your face much healthier and more radiant.
There are several types and presentations of masks on the market to choose from. It is important to know the type of skin you have and what effect or benefits you are looking to achieve to make the right choice.
I will help you find the perfect mask or masks to incorporate into your skin care routine and how you should use them to obtain the best results.
# Masks more appropriate according to the type of skin
Treatments for the skin in the form of masks are beneficial for any type of skin and you will notice its effects from the first application.
Depending on the active ingredients contained in each type of skin acturán.
- Moisturizing masks: especially for dry or dehydrated skin.
- Purifying masks: especially for skin prone to acne.
- Soothing masks: more suitable for skin with redness.
- Renewing masks: especially for more dull skin.
- Lightening masks: very indicated for skins with spots.
- Nourishing masks: fantastic for aged skin.
- Exfoliating masks: special to eliminate dead cells.
- Firming masks: special to recover the firmness of the skin.
If you realize, all the masks produce highly recommended effects for any type of skin. But you can choose one or the other according to the needs that you have at this moment.
# Presentations of masks.
In the market you can find various presentations of facial masks. Some of the most common or most fashionable are:
- Peel-off masks: with a gel texture, but once applied, it solidifies into a gelatinous film. When removing it, it drags impurities and black spots on the face.
- Clay masks: with great astringent power so they are widely used to regulate skin fat.
- Veil masks: cellulose masks impregnated with very varied active ingredients.
- Masks in cream: they are the most common.
- Bubble masks: they are carbonated masks that once you apply them generate bubbles.
#Masks homemade or cosmetic.
There are a variety of masks that you can make at home with products from your pantry such as honey, lemon, cucumber, oatmeal or yogurt.
These homemade masks have the advantage of being, in general, cheaper than cosmetic products. In addition, whenever organic ingredients are used they lack chemicals and preservatives.
These natural ingredients have benefits for the skin and also produce a relaxing effect, but you have to be careful with its elaboration.
You can not change the ingredients or quantities because, for example, abuse of lemon can cause spots on the skin. It is better to prepare the right amount for the use because they spoil in a short time.
It is also not convenient to use some of the homemade masks on sensitive skin because they can cause a reaction to some of the products.
In next posts I will publish a collection of easy-to-prepare homemade masks that you will love
The cosmetic masks are made with active ingredients scientifically developed by means of high technology. Therefore, its benefits on the skin are studied and guaranteed.
These active ingredients generally come from natural products such as clay, botanical extracts or coal.
The formulas of these masks are dermatologically tested to be commercialized. In each of them, it is specified what type of skin they are indicated for, what effects they can cause or how they should be applied.
#Mode of application of a face mask
As I explained, you must first consult the instructions or application tips collected in each product.
In general, follow the following steps to apply your mask and get the best results:
- Clean the skin with your usual cleaner. Your skin will be more receptive to receive the products that you will apply later.
- Apply a layer of the product evenly throughout the face avoiding the area of the mouth and the contour of the eyes. You can do it with your fingers and taps or with a suitable brush for it.
- Leave the mask on for the time indicated by the manufacture. It is usually 10 to 20 minutes. There are also masks that can be left on all night. Check the indications.
- Remove the product little by little with warm water. You can use a cotton or a damp towel.
- Dry the skin and apply a facial tonic to close the pores and restore the natural balance of your skin.
- Finish with your usual serum and / or moisturizer to achieve a complete treatment.
#Sign up for multimasking
Surely it happens to you like me and you have different areas on your face that present specific needs. For example, the skin in the T zone (center of the forehead, nose and chin) is more fat than in the outer area of the face (upper and outer part of the forehead, cheeks and eye area).
Why then use a single mask if each zone has its own needs? This, the latest in facial masks emerges, multimasking: combining several products to address the specific needs of each area of the skin and obtain a multitude of benefits.
If your case is like in the example, you can use a purifying mask for a deeper cleaning in the T zone and a more moisturizing mask in the other areas of your face, in the same application. All at once
#My recommendations of facial masks
Now I'm going to present the masks of the Mary Kay skin care line that I use. They have me hooked
1. Clear Proof Carbon-Deep Cleansing Mask
It is a triple action mask with activated carbon that acts as a magnet to clean the pores in depth. This mask instantly reduces excess oil and shine. In addition, it contains ingredients with proven efficacy to improve the appearance of skin discolorations and unify the tone.
It is ideal for combination or oily skin and prone to acne. Do not even think about it if this is your case. But if your skin is drier, you can also use it to do a deep cleaning, especially in the T zone.
Use it two or three times a week, letting it act for 10 to 20 minutes.
Key ingredients
- Activated carbon: When the carbon goes through a special heating process it is activated, making it more porous. Activated carbon is known to absorb up to twice its weight in impurities, which helps to unclog pores.
- Kaolin and bentonite clays: Formulated with the absorbent power of kaolin and bentonite clays, this mask instantly absorbs excess oil and reduces shine, minimizing the appearance of pores.
- Honeysuckle and white bean extract: These ingredients have proven properties to treat discoloration of the skin. Together, they form a powerful combination of ingredients designed to create an imperfections-free appearance. In addition, each botanical extract showed an impact on the factors that can help soothe the skin.
2. TimeWise Moisturizing and Renewing Gel Mask
It is a mask that hydrates deeply instantly and retains moisture. It is also a mask that helps minimize the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and pores.
This is my favorite mask for the sensation of freshness and softness that you get and for your results It is the multitasking miracle that gives new life to tired and stressed skin.
It has a slight lavender scent and gel consistency. It is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It is ideal for more dry, dehydrated or more aged skin to recover the firmness of the skin.
This mask has two forms of application: let it act for 10 minutes and then remove or you can apply the mask before going to sleep and let it act throughout the night. You can use it two to three times a week.
Key ingredients
This advanced mask contains ingredients that work together to provide important renewing benefits for your skin, among which are:
- Vitamin E is an antioxidant that is included in products that help protect the skin from the effects of free radicals generated by the environment. It is also known for its conditioning and softening properties for the skin.
- Acai berry extract is an antioxidant that is included in products that help protect the skin from the effects of free radicals generated by the environment. In addition, it has conditioning properties that improve the appearance of the skin.
- Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) helps strengthen the protective barrier of the skin.
- Glycerin is a moisturizer that helps to condition and soften the skin, balancing and maintaining adequate moisture levels.
- Chestnut seed extract helps to firm and soothe the skin and strengthen the protective barrier of the skin.
- Squalene acts as a humectant on the surface of the skin, providing a smooth and silky appearance.
- A botanical complex that includes chamomile, rosewood and lavender and that provides a wonderful and aromatic feeling of well-being.
3. TimeWise Skin Perfecting Mask
This mask leaves the skin smooth and hydrated, and its illuminating benefits give the skin a resplendent appearance.
It is the perfect solution for dull skin that needs an impulse to recover its luminosity. It is also ideal for skin with spots because it helps to equalize and give uniformity to the tone of the skin.
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It is clinically proven against skin irritations and allergies. It is free of oils and fragrance.
Leave the mask for 10 or 15 minutes to obtain optimal results. You can use it two to three times a week.
Key ingredients
The TimeWise Skin Perfecting Mask contains botanical extracts and other ingredients that provide visible benefits. At the core of its formula is the MelaCEP illuminator complex that contains:
- Lactic ferment is a skin conditioner designed to produce compounds that act as a key protein with proven results to reduce pigmentation.
- Kakadu plum extract is a derivative of Kakadu plum, a fruit known to have the highest concentration of vitamin C.
- The extract of Ferula Foetida comes from a Mediterranean plant known to contain ferulic acid, an antioxidant widely used in the illuminating formulas of the skin.
- Helianthus Annuss seed extract is a powerful antioxidant derived from sunflowers, which helps protect the skin from damage caused by ultraviolet rays. Sunflower seeds contain high levels of vitamins and minerals, and sunflower oil contains high levels of linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid that plays a key role in the benefits it brings to health.
4. Face Mask Lifting Effect Bio-Cellulose TimeWise Repair
It is a Special Edition mask, inspired by Korean cosmetics known for creating the latest innovations in Skin Care.
It has the innovative technology Bio-Cellulose, a vegetable material derived from coconut water, whose ingredients have great benefits for the conditioning of the skin.
Its interlaced fibers create a mask-shaped fabric, which is highly absorbent and three-dimensional and contains a complex of ingredients with great benefits. It increases the hydration of the skin that becomes visibly more radiant. It also visibly firms the skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Key ingredients
- Oats, which acts as a skin conditioner.
- Sodium hyaluronate, to moisturize the foot.
- Extract from Orqudea, another powerful skin conditioner.
5. Exfoliating Mask Botanical Effects
This exfoliating mask eliminates dead cells and ends with the skin off, cleaning the pores in depth. Not only your skin will have a softer appearance but also, the exfoliant awakens the tired skins and brings luminosity.
It is very simple and easy to use for a simple and uncomplicated skin care routine. Add the Exfoliating Mask tomorrow or night after the Cleansing Gel 2 to 3 times a week
Key ingredients
- Dragon fruit extract that is rich in antioxidants to help fight free radicals that are harmful to the skin and can make your skin look much bigger before your time. Dragon fruit contains fatty acids and several B vitamins, including the so-called "anti-stress vitamins" B1 (thiamine) plus B2 (riboflavin) and B3 (niacin). It also contains minerals such as iron, calcium and phosphorus.
- Aloe extract that is one of the most nutritious plants in the world. It contains more than 75 nutrients, including 20 minerals and 12 vitamins. Aloe vera has proven its effectiveness by maintaining the natural hydration barrier of the skin, also has a high content of vitamin E, an antioxidant well known in skin care. It has also been shown to help achieve healthy skin and cell renewal. Aloe is often called "the miraculous plant" because of its known soothing properties.
So far my 5 recommendations of facial masks. Surely you have more clear what is your perfect mask to add to your skin care routine.
