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Black face masks have become a trend, which is not surprising. First, people love paradoxes, and black cleansers are interesting. And secondly, coal is a natural component, which makes it an absolute favorite, all other things being equal.
Why is the mask black
The black mask, as a rule, contains the word “detox” in the name and is a means for additional cleansing of the skin. And it owes its intriguing color to certain ingredients in the composition.
Coal. Blackness itself and a detox classic. This natural component has long been known for its absorbent properties.
Black clay. In this case, the definition of “black” is a bit of an exaggeration. In fact, it is rather dark gray, sometimes dark brown, depending on the place of production. The dark shade is associated with the presence of volcanic rocks in the composition.
Therapeutic mud. Some of its species are also dark in color. Unlike the previous two components, it contains microorganisms, and has less cleansing and absorbing properties. As the name implies, this is a medicinal, not a cosmetic, so it is best to use it as directed by a doctor.
Black masks are now in abundance on the cosmetic market.
Fans of homemade cosmetic recipes are actively practicing the creation of black masks due to the availability of their main components: charcoal and clay.
The benefits and effectiveness of black face masks
Applying black masks is one way to:
intensive cleansing of the skin – exfoliation;
matting;
elimination of black dots;
narrowing of the pores (as a result of the removal of the contents, they reflexively narrow);
detoxification.
Mechanism of action on the skin
Coal and clay work as absorbents, that is, they have the ability to draw out dirt, fats, and water. When activated charcoal is ingested, such as for food poisoning, it absorbs and binds toxins in the gastrointestinal tract. When applied to the skin, it draws out sebum, impurities, dead cells from the surface of the skin and, in a word, conducts a thorough cleansing.
The main target of black masks is oily, oily and normal skin.
For dry and sensitive skin, be careful with such masks and use only if the product is marked that it is also suitable for dry skin.
Determine your skin type by answering the test questions.
Homemade black mask or purchased: expert opinion
Moreover, everyone knows that coal is very poorly washed and washed. This problem is solved in ready-made cosmetic masks, but not in homemade ones. Sometimes you have to scrub the coal with soap, which is poorly consistent with the humane attitude towards the skin. It turns out that first we get rid of black dots, and then – from black spots. Read more about masks from black dots at home in our other article.
| Homemade | Purchased | |
| Composition | Limited only by the imagination of the author and his common sense. | The formula is carefully thought out and balanced. |
| efficiency | You will have to check in the literal sense on your own skin. The result may be unpredictable. | Everything is checked and rechecked. The information stated on the packaging must correspond to the real effect. |
| convenience | In most cases, homemade masks are not very convenient – they spread or, on the contrary, turn out to be too thick, the composition is distributed unevenly. | This is one of the parameters originally set by the manufacturer: the mask is easy to apply and easy to remove. |
Folk recipes vs professional remedies
Purifying black mask
Ingredients:
1 tsp activated carbon;
1 tsp clay (black or gray);
2 tsp milk;
1 tsp honey
How to prepare and use:
mix all the ingredients thoroughly until a homogeneous soft paste;
apply evenly on cleansed skin for 10 minutes;
wash off with warm water.
Detox mask with charcoal Mineral Masks, Vichy
As part of the mask, coal and clay are used as absorbent and cleansing substances. Thermal water combined with spirulina extract and antioxidant vitamin E provides a restorative and balancing treatment.
Black acne mask
Ingredients:
1 tsp clay (black or gray);
½ tsp activated carbon;
1 tsp apple cider vinegar;
3 drops of tea tree oil.
How to prepare and use:
mix all the ingredients thoroughly – if the mixture is too thick, add a few drops of water (preferably thermal);
Apply evenly on cleansed skin for 10 minutes.
3-in-1 product “Clear Skin. Active” with absorbent charcoal, Garnier
Blackhead mask
Black dot mask.
Ingredients:
1 tsp activated carbon;
1 tsp dry clay (black or gray);
1 tsp green tea (or tea bag);
1 tsp aloe gel.
How to prepare and use:
brew tea in a few tablespoons of hot water;
mix clay with coal;
add aloe and 2 teaspoons of infused tea, mix everything thoroughly;
Apply to cleansed skin for 10 minutes.
Mask “Magic of Clay. Detox and Radiance, L’Oréal Paris
Mask with activated charcoal and gelatin
Ingredients:
1 tsp activated carbon;
½ tsp clay (gray or black);
1 Art. l gelatin;
2 tbsp. l. mineral or thermal water.
How to prepare and use:
mix dry ingredients;
pour hot water (boiling water) and thoroughly mix the composition to a paste consistency;
make sure the mask is not hot;
apply on face for 10 minutes or until completely dry;
remove the mask from the bottom up, starting from the chin line.
Vegans can use agar-agar in the same proportion as gelatin for a black film mask.
For black film masks, it is popular to use glue. Please, do not do that. Glue is not a substance that should be applied to the skin of the face.
Mask-film “Clean skin. Charcoal active against blackheads, Garnier
Cleansing Charcoal + Black Algae Black Sheet Mask, Garnier
Rules and guidelines for the use of black masks
Cleanse and wash your face with products suitable for your skin type.
For maximum cleansing effect, use a scrub.
Wipe the skin with tonic.
Apply a black mask and gently massage the skin.
Leave the mask on for 5-10 minutes according to the instructions.
Wash off the black mask with warm water, while it is convenient to use a sponge.
Wet face and wipe with tonic to restore acid-base balance (pH).
Apply a moisturizing mask or other suitable intensive moisturizing treatment.
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Safety measures
7 “not” when using black masks.
Do not use the mask without first checking for an allergic reaction.
Do not mix black masks in white or any other clothes that you are not ready to part with: coal is very difficult to wash.
Never apply black masks to the areas around the eyes and lips. The skin here is too thin and dry.
Do not overdo the mask on the skin. If it is almost frozen (except for the film mask, it should freeze completely), it’s time to remove it.
Do not wash off the mask with cold water, this will make the process very difficult and further injure the skin.
Do not leave the skin without subsequent moisturizing.
Do not abuse black and other cleansing masks: do them no more than 2-3 times a week for oily skin and 1 time in 2 weeks for dry skin.
Sheet masks also come in black.