Although both exfoliators and masks are usually made of natural ingredients, masks are generally smooth in texture. They are also made of several different things, such as plant, milk, fruit or citrus based products, as well as clay, and the ever popular mud mask. The concentrated consistency of masks gives an immediately noticeable result.
What do they do?
The author Andi, of www.andibradshaw.com says that masks are designed to leave the different skin types looking and feeling polished so that additional skin care products can penetrate more easily, leaving the skin looking healthier and more vibrant. Basically they calm or stimulate the skin but if you have any skin concerns (rosacia or acne, etc.) and the mask for your skin type doesn't seem right for you then only use masks for sensitive skin. This type is soothing to any kind of skin.
- If you have Dry skin, you'll need a mask that hydrates and moisturizes (adds oil and water) after cleansing, to alleviate that flaky, dry, tight feeling. Look for masks that contain milk proteins, oils, amino acids, buttermilk, or lanolin; the intensity of these ingredients are designed to provide a mixture that will infuse those really dry skin cells with extra hydration. The re-hydration of those dry cells will minimize the look of shallow wrinkles or fine lines.
- If you have Normal/Combination skin, look for masks that are designed to bring dull, tired looking skin to its naturally vibrant, healthy appearance. Try masks with menthol, peppermint or eucalyptus; they stimulate while they remove dead skin and dirt. Often peel-off and hardening masks with these ingredients produce the stimulating effect of mild tingling as they revive, and invigorate the skin and leave it looking more healthy.
- Oily skin gets best results from deep cleansing, clay or mud masks that will cleanse the skin while drawing out dirt, excess oils and impurities. Clay masks increase perspiration and open pores. They absorb the excess oils as the pores release dirt and impurities. Deep cleansing and mud masks draw out imbedded oils and dirt and tighten the pores temporarily. They also have anti-bacterial additives that reduce the growth of bacteria as it leaves the skin clean.
- Sensitive skin requires gentle, soothing, mild type masks. Look for ingredients like chamomile, honey, aloe and caffeine; they will be comforting to your skin. Chamomile is soothing to the skin, honey aids with moisture retention, aloe will reduce inflammation while caffeine minimizes puffiness and redness. This type mask is developed to leave sensitive skin that may be dry and splotchy, feeling softer and looking smoother and healthier.
How do I use masks?
On clean skin, masks can be generously applied all over your face with clean hands or brush (avoiding the mouth and eye areas). Follow directions for time; recline, elevate your feet, close your eyes and relax. Masks that are a creamy or gel consistency and can be tissued or rinsed off. The peel-away gels should dry to a mask, and be removed by pealing off in a downward motion because that's the direction that your skin cells grow on your face. Masks for oily or acne prone skin, may be crusty or pasty when dry, hold a wet cloth to soften and remove product, rinse thoroughly and blot with clean cloth to dry. End with your moisturizing regimine. - 15255
What do they do?
The author Andi, of www.andibradshaw.com says that masks are designed to leave the different skin types looking and feeling polished so that additional skin care products can penetrate more easily, leaving the skin looking healthier and more vibrant. Basically they calm or stimulate the skin but if you have any skin concerns (rosacia or acne, etc.) and the mask for your skin type doesn't seem right for you then only use masks for sensitive skin. This type is soothing to any kind of skin.
- If you have Dry skin, you'll need a mask that hydrates and moisturizes (adds oil and water) after cleansing, to alleviate that flaky, dry, tight feeling. Look for masks that contain milk proteins, oils, amino acids, buttermilk, or lanolin; the intensity of these ingredients are designed to provide a mixture that will infuse those really dry skin cells with extra hydration. The re-hydration of those dry cells will minimize the look of shallow wrinkles or fine lines.
- If you have Normal/Combination skin, look for masks that are designed to bring dull, tired looking skin to its naturally vibrant, healthy appearance. Try masks with menthol, peppermint or eucalyptus; they stimulate while they remove dead skin and dirt. Often peel-off and hardening masks with these ingredients produce the stimulating effect of mild tingling as they revive, and invigorate the skin and leave it looking more healthy.
- Oily skin gets best results from deep cleansing, clay or mud masks that will cleanse the skin while drawing out dirt, excess oils and impurities. Clay masks increase perspiration and open pores. They absorb the excess oils as the pores release dirt and impurities. Deep cleansing and mud masks draw out imbedded oils and dirt and tighten the pores temporarily. They also have anti-bacterial additives that reduce the growth of bacteria as it leaves the skin clean.
- Sensitive skin requires gentle, soothing, mild type masks. Look for ingredients like chamomile, honey, aloe and caffeine; they will be comforting to your skin. Chamomile is soothing to the skin, honey aids with moisture retention, aloe will reduce inflammation while caffeine minimizes puffiness and redness. This type mask is developed to leave sensitive skin that may be dry and splotchy, feeling softer and looking smoother and healthier.
How do I use masks?
On clean skin, masks can be generously applied all over your face with clean hands or brush (avoiding the mouth and eye areas). Follow directions for time; recline, elevate your feet, close your eyes and relax. Masks that are a creamy or gel consistency and can be tissued or rinsed off. The peel-away gels should dry to a mask, and be removed by pealing off in a downward motion because that's the direction that your skin cells grow on your face. Masks for oily or acne prone skin, may be crusty or pasty when dry, hold a wet cloth to soften and remove product, rinse thoroughly and blot with clean cloth to dry. End with your moisturizing regimine. - 15255
About the Author:
Andi Bradshaw is licensed as an esthetician and as a makeup artist in the state of Maryland. She has helped to beautify more than 15,000 women. The factsin this article is taken from the book "Skin Care for Moms & Other Working Women". Check out andibradshaw.com for this and other affordable, age specific, stroke by stroke, illustrated makeup and skin care books. Affordable makeup and skin care books.
