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Exfoliating Face Mask

Alexey Portnov, medical expert
Last reviewed: 19.11.2021

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Exfoliating face mask is a simple and effective way of skin care. Let's look at the most popular exfoliating masks, how to prepare them at home and the potential benefits to the skin.

An exfoliating mask or mask-peeling is needed to ensure that the skin of the face is constantly updated. The mask removes the upper keratinized layer and conducts deep cleansing of the skin. Such masks effectively remove dead particles from the face, make the skin more tender and reduce pigmentation. Thanks to the use of exfoliating face masks, the skin looks younger, fresh, more elastic. The mask improves blood circulation, perfectly nourishes, whitens and moisturizes the skin.

As for the use of a mask with exfoliating effect, it is not recommended to use the mask too often. Since the mask removes a thin layer of skin, with frequent use, it can cause skin problems, the appearance of pigmentation spots, small wounds, or cause dryness and flaking. For sensitive skin, a mask is recommended to be done once a month, but girls with a normal skin type, the mask is allowed to apply once a week.

Exfoliating face masks can be prepared independently, and you can buy ready-made. Purchased masks are sold in cosmetic shops. Manufacturers have taken care of customers with any type of skin, so the mask is for every taste and color. If you do not trust the purchased cosmetics, then the mask can be cooked at home. Let's consider the basic requirements for exfoliating face masks and their use.

It is best to apply the mask to the pre-steamed and peeled skin. This allows active substances to penetrate deep into the skin, cleanse the pores, moisturize and nourish the skin of the face.
Masks should be fresh. If you buy a mask, pay attention to the date of production and the expiration date. If you prepare the mask yourself, then try to use the tool in one procedure, leaving the tool for later, as the components that make up the mask lose their useful properties.
Apply masks to the skin with gentle massage movements to gently cleanse the skin, but not to damage. The duration of the procedure is individual for each type of skin. As a rule, if the mask begins to burn the skin, it must be washed off.
During the cosmetic procedure you need to completely relax. Since the muscles of the face in a relaxed state make the procedure more effective.
It is necessary to wash off the mask neatly, it is strictly forbidden to rub the skin, as this will cause irritation and redness. If after using the exfoliating mask you feel the dryness of the skin, use a nutritious or moisturizing cream.
Use masks regularly, as this allows you to put your skin in order and get rid of minor defects.

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Recipes for exfoliating face masks

Recipes of exfoliating face masks are available to everyone. This allows you to choose the ingredients for the mask, which are ideal for the type of skin, and will have the best exfoliating effect.

Grape mask - suitable for owners of sensitive skin. For a mask you need a handful of grapes (preferably white) and a spoon of flower honey. Grapes properly grind, you should get a grape gruel, and mix it with honey. Gently, lightly massaging the movements, apply the mask on the face and neck skin for 20 minutes. Wash off the product with warm water or a milk tonic (cotton swab soaked in milk).
Oatmeal mask - suitable for dry skin. Combine the crumbled oat flakes with baking soda and water. To prepare a mask, it is enough to take on a tablespoon of each of the ingredients. Apply the mask with massage movements, rinse after 7-10 minutes.
A nut mask is a universal mask for all skin types. Mix a spoonful of vegetable oil with chopped hazelnuts (3-5 pieces) and a spoon of orange juice. Do not hold the mask for more than fifteen minutes, rinse with warm water.
Mask of bread - suitable for oily skin. A tablespoon of dry bread crumbs mixed with a spoonful of green tea and a spoon of chopped almonds. Keep the mask no longer than ten minutes.
Coconut Mask - a spoonful of sugar mixed with sour cream, and fresh coconut shavings. Massage the movements on the skin of the face and neck. Do not hold for more than ten minutes, rinse with cool water.

Exfoliating face mask is an effective tool in the struggle for beautiful, smooth, supple skin. Regular use of masks will eliminate cosmetic skin defects and give her a healthy glow.

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