Masks are great for deep treatments. The mask you use and your skin type should regulate how often you use them. If you are using a different mask other than the one in the video be sure to check if it has special instructions.
The basic rules for masks is to use them AFTER you have thoroughly cleansed your face and follow the instructions precisely.
YOU WILL NEED:
FACIAL MASK
COTTON BALL/PAD
1) Apply the mask gently to your face with the cotton ball/pad (don't use the cotton pad to scrub it in).
2) In circular motions spread and massage the mask into your skin for 2-5 minutes.
3) Let the mask set and thicken on your face.
4) Gently was the mask off (splash some water on your face to loosen the sugar and honey that is not absorbed so it doesn't scratch your face as you wash the mask off)
5) PAT you face dry
*from here you would apply toner or facial moisturizer.*
Thursday, July 16, 2009
THE FACE BASICS: Step 2-Toning and Moisturizing
Throughout the year your skin is going to react differently according to the severity of your weather patterns, seasons, and skin type. Toners help like back up plans. They should remove and help dissolve dead skin and oils, refresh your skin, and balance your skins moisture and oil levels. Use toners as often as you need them AFTER you have cleansed your face.
YOU WILL NEED:
TONER
I prefer to use a natural toner as it does not contain alcohol or questionable ingredients. You don't want one that has a lot of *stuff* in it because this is going to be sitting on your skin until you wash it again. The link below is the best recipe I have ever used for a mask and a toner and I have tried a lot. Natural is the way to go if you can.
1) Apply toner gently and evenly to your face with a cotton ball/pad.
(DO NOT RUB-The cotton provides enough abrasion. Note: if it stings, it means your skin has abrasions or scratches on it-which means you may have washed your skin too roughly or a pimple has erupted).
2) Let the toner air dry a little; don't let it dry completely or your skin will feel taunt and dry.
3) PAT a dime-sized amount of aloe vera gel all over your face, especially around your eyes and lips. Keep patting gently until it is absorbed
4) PAT on a small (pea sized) amount of facial moisturizer. Use it mainly where you get dry skin, then lastly over your oily areas. Also dabble on your favorite wrinkle cream in the needed places. Be sure to use something that provides some SPF protection.
YOU WILL NEED:
TONER
COTTON BALL/ PADS
ALOE VERA GEL
FACIAL MOISTURIZER
ALOE VERA GEL
FACIAL MOISTURIZER
I prefer to use a natural toner as it does not contain alcohol or questionable ingredients. You don't want one that has a lot of *stuff* in it because this is going to be sitting on your skin until you wash it again. The link below is the best recipe I have ever used for a mask and a toner and I have tried a lot. Natural is the way to go if you can.
1) Apply toner gently and evenly to your face with a cotton ball/pad.
(DO NOT RUB-The cotton provides enough abrasion. Note: if it stings, it means your skin has abrasions or scratches on it-which means you may have washed your skin too roughly or a pimple has erupted).
2) Let the toner air dry a little; don't let it dry completely or your skin will feel taunt and dry.
3) PAT a dime-sized amount of aloe vera gel all over your face, especially around your eyes and lips. Keep patting gently until it is absorbed
4) PAT on a small (pea sized) amount of facial moisturizer. Use it mainly where you get dry skin, then lastly over your oily areas. Also dabble on your favorite wrinkle cream in the needed places. Be sure to use something that provides some SPF protection.
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