Cleansing face mask at home

Does it make sense to further cleanse the skin of the face? Definitely yes. But it is important to choose the right tool. Find out in the article how to make a cleansing face mask at home.

The benefits and effectiveness of cleansing face masks

The beauty of the skin is impossible without cleanliness, and for high-quality cleansing of the skin of the face, simple washing is not enough. Especially in urban life, when our skin is constantly exposed to harmful substances.

Cleansing face masks at home work well both as express remedies for instant results, and with regular use to combat skin imperfections.

A homemade pore-cleansing mask helps to get rid of the effects of acne (blemishes), blackheads and signs of premature aging, as well as the return of a healthy glow to the skin.

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The mechanism of action of the cleansing mask on the skin

A cleansing face mask eliminates dead cells, frees from sebaceous secretions and external impurities, and prevents the formation of comedones.

Purifying clay face mask

A purifying clay face mask that dries out blemishes and improves color with the help of minerals included in the composition, unclogs pores. Suitable for oily and combination skin.

Clay is often used in masks because it not only cleanses the skin, but also saturates it with minerals.

Purifying face mask with granules

In the process of applying with massaging movements, the purifying face mask with granules cleans the skin mechanically. After application, it continues to act thanks to the active substances.

Purifying face mask

Viscous in consistency, the cleansing mask-film on the skin hardens upon contact with air. After complete drying, it is carefully removed with hands, freeing the skin from impurities, black dots and dead cells, and cleanses the pores.

A real renewal is like shedding old skin.

Facial Cleansing Sauna Mask

Purifying Facial Sauna Mask helps to intensively cleanse the skin through a warming action that opens the pores. This allows the active substances to show their properties as efficiently as possible.
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Homemade cleansing mask or store-bought: expert opinion

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composition

When working with a homemade cleansing mask, you know exactly what was put there and in what proportion. But to predict the result and side effects in this case is almost impossible.

The composition of a professional cleansing mask can be much richer than that of a homemade product. A recipe developed in the laboratory is more effective and safer.

Elena Eliseeva: “Most clay masks are indicated only for oily and problematic skin: they do not contain moisturizing agents and greatly dry the epidermis, pulling out not only sebum, but also moisture from the pores. And a cleansing mask, for example, Vichy can be used by everyone: thanks to aloe vera and allantoin, the formula cares for the skin, soothes and does not dry it, and does not injure even dehydrated epidermis.

Efficiency

Home cleansers attract with the availability and simplicity of recipes, but there is no need to talk about proven effectiveness here.

The effectiveness of finished products is the result of a scientific approach to production. It has been proven in laboratory and clinical trials.

Convenience

When preparing a homemade cleansing mask, you are trying to achieve the desired consistency within the possibilities.

Production resources allow for more delicate textures, which is especially important when working with clay, often found in cleansers.

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How to make a cleansing mask at home: the best recipes and remedies

For maximum clarity, we compared ready-made cleansing face masks with those that can be made at home.

Purifying mask for dry skin

NameActionIngredientsHow to apply
Mineral pore-cleansing clay mask Mineral Masks, VichyTwo types of clay in the mask cleans well, and aloe vera and allantoin do not allow the mask to dry out the skin.

– kaolin;

— bentonite;

— allantoin;

– aloe juice, etc.

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– apply the mask, lightly massaging the skin with your fingers;

– hold for 5 minutes;

– rinse with water;

– apply a moisturizer;

– repeat 2 times a week.

Homemade Purifying Sauerkraut MaskThe acids in cabbage brine fight impurities and blackheads without drying the skin too much.

200 g sauerkraut

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– lie down with an oilcloth under your head;

– apply slightly squeezed cabbage on the face;

– hold for 20 minutes;

– rinse with water;

– apply a moisturizer;

– repeat 4 times a week.

Output. Indeed, the juice of such a product as sauerkraut has a very interesting composition. But in terms of cleansing ability, he cannot compete with clay.

Purifying mask for oily skin

NameActionIngredientsHow to apply

Amazonian White Clay Pore Cleansing Mask, Kiehl’s

Mask with Amazonian clay effectively cleanses and tightens pores, removes dead cells of the epidermis and reduces oily sheen.

— bentonite;

– kaolin;

– aloe vera juice

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– apply the mask on wet skin;

– hold for 10 minutes until dry;

– rinse with warm water or damp sponge;

– Repeat the procedure 1-2 times a week.

Homemade potato and lemon maskThe purifying mask helps unclog pores, brightens the complexion and mattifies the skin.

— 1 potato;

– 1 tsp lemon juice.

How to cook:

– finely grate the potatoes;

– mix with lemon juice.

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– steam it;

– apply the composition;

– hold for 20 minutes;

– wash off with warm water;

– repeat once a week.

Output. Do not overestimate the possibilities of improvised “cosmetic” ingredients and believe that potatoes or lemon juice will really clean the pores.

Purifying mask for combination skin

NameActionIngredientsHow to apply

Purifying face mask based on green clay Énergie De Vie, Lancôme

The mask based on green clay gently cleanses the skin of impurities and oily secretions, tightens pores and gives smoothness. Gentle yet thorough cleansing for combination skin.

– green clay;

– cranberry seed oil;

– ginseng extract;

– extract of lemon balm, etc.

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– apply a mask;

– hold for 5 minutes;

– Gently massage your face

– wash off the mask with water;

– repeat 2 times a week.

Homemade oatmeal cleansing maskOatmeal gently cleanses, a mixture of water and milk in a 1: 1 ratio is suitable for combination skin.

– 1 tbsp. l. oatmeal;

– 1,5 tbsp. l. water;

— 1,5 tbsp. l. milk

How to cook:

– cook porridge;

– let it cool down.

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– apply a thick layer of porridge;

– hold for 15 minutes;

– wash off with warm water;

– repeat once a week.

Output. Oatmeal porridge is often referred to as “beauty porridge”. But it means its use inside. More effective, of course, will be a ready-made cleansing face mask.

Blackhead Purifying Mask

NameActionIngredientsHow to apply
Rehab Pore-Peel Mask, Urban DecayThe mask gives an instant effect, helps to cleanse the pores, significantly narrowing them after the first application. Literally removes dirt along with the film. Suitable mainly for oily or combination skin types.

– sugarcane extract;

– Irish moss extract;

– St. John’s wort extract;

– burdock root extract;

– peppermint extract;

– lemon mint extract, etc.

– apply a mask on problem areas of the skin;

– hold for 10 minutes or until completely solidified;

– gently lift the resulting film over the edge and remove / roll off the face;

– apply a light cream.

Gelatin homemade cleansing maskHomemade cleansing film mask removes the top layer of blackheads and comedones mechanically.

— 1 tablespoon of gelatin;

– 100 ml of water.

How to cook:

– pour gelatin with water;

– leave to swell;

– dissolve the swollen gelatin in a steam bath.

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– apply the composition with a brush;

– as it dries, add 2-3 more layers;

– after complete drying, carefully remove the film;

– repeat once a week.

Output. Film masks today are a beauty hit. The procedure itself is like an attraction. But homemade versions cannot boast the same rich set of ingredients as ready-made ones. Accordingly, the effect leaves much to be desired.

Pore-clearing clay mask

NameActionIngredientsHow to apply
Mask “Magic clay cleansing and matting”, L’Oréal ParisThe mask intensively cleanses and tightens pores, giving the skin a matte finish. 3 types of clay seem to attract pollution, and eucalyptus has an additional caring effect.

– kaolin;

– gassul;

— montmorillonite;

– lecithin;

– eucalyptus extract.

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– apply a mask on wet skin;

– hold the mask for 5-10 minutes;

– wash off with warm water;

– apply a moisturizer;

– Repeat the procedure 3 times a week.

Homemade Black Clay Purifying MaskBlack clay deeply cleanses pores, and oil prevents overdrying of the skin.

– 1 tbsp. l. black clay;

– ¼ tsp olive oil;

– ¼ tsp tincture of calendula.

How to cook:

mix ingredients thoroughly.

– cleanse the skin of the face;

– apply the composition immediately after preparation;

– hold for 20 minutes;

– wash off with warm water;

– repeat once a week.

Output. Using oil in masks for oily and problematic skin is not a good idea. Although the desire to neutralize the aggressive action of clay is understandable. However, only in ready-made masks, the composition is thought out in such a way as to optimally combine efficiency with comfort for the skin.
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Recommendations for using a mask for cleansing pores

  • Choose a cleansing mask according to your skin type.

  • Thoroughly cleanse your face with a facial cleanser.

  • Apply a cleansing mask as directed.

  • Keep it on the skin for no longer than the time indicated in the instructions.

  • Remove the cleansing mask following the instructions.

  • Remove the rest of the mask with warm water.

  • Apply a light cream to your skin.

  • For a lasting effect, repeat the procedure 2 times a week.

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Safety measures

  • Choose masks that cleanse the pores, taking into account the type of your skin; for example, clay masks are generally not suitable for dry skin.

  • Avoid using cleansing masks after prolonged exposure to the sun or a tanning session, otherwise the risk of overdrying the skin increases significantly.

  • Skip the cleansing mask if you have allergic rashes until they go away.

  • Before applying the mask to the face, test it for individual tolerance by distributing a small amount of the product on the inner surface of the wrist or in the elbow crease. If there is no negative reaction, you can use a mask in facial care.

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