Using facial masks is a great way to complement and improve the performance of the your skin care regimen. It is not to replace your existing facial care routine, but to work in conjunction with regular products. In our daily life, the pollution, stress, alcohol, smoking and hectic schedules all can aggravate the aging process. Regular moisturizers and sunscreens may not be sufficient to protect our skin and maintain the optimum condition.
Applying facial mask is probably the easiest way to maintain a beautiful and healthy skin. It can be done in a spa, or simply do it yourself from the comfort of your own home. Although you may look a little funny for a little while with the mask on your face (about 20 minutes), the result can be very appealing. If applying facial mask at home, you can relax on a lounge chair, read a book or even vacuum the carpet while doing it. It is a great facial care to boost the health of the skin once a week.
How does facial mask work? It is based on the concept of occlusive dressing technique, or ODT:
- When the skin is temporarily covered with facial mask, moisture is sealed in the epidermis instead of released out to the air. This results in soft and supple epidermis.
- If high concentration of nutrients are included in the mask, the absorption of the nutrients will increase in a enclosed environment.
- In a covered condition, the surface temperature of the skin will rise slightly and stimulate circulation.
- Some facial mask will constrict when starting to dry. It results in tightened skin.
There are different types of masks appropriate for different skin types. The 2 major categories are: deep cleansing masks and deep hydrating masks. Deep cleansing masks are specially formulated to absorb oils and draw out impurities from your skin. They should also be gentle enough to heal blemishes and prevent inflammation. It is a great complement to daily cleansing. Deep hydrating masks are designed to give your skin a periodic hydrating boost. They help stimulate blood circulation and leave you skin feeling soft and supple. In conclusion, the beneficial effects of masks include:
— Remove the excess oil
— Minimize the appearance of pores
— Cleanse and nourish the skin
— Reduce skin irritation
— Nourish and calm the skin
— Moisturize and soften the skin
— Reduce the number of blackheads and whiteheads
— Stimulate blood circulation
When applying a mask once or twice a week, your skin will be smoother, softer and cleaner. No matter what climate and humidity you live in, it is a great facial skin care to enhance the daily skin treatment and restore your skin’s natural radiance.
