How To Use Masks And Exfoliators

People notice your skin, there is no doubt about it and it is the largest organ on your body. So, it needs looking after to make you feel and look good. Going outside without sunscreen, using harsh products, and not drinking enough water and other fluids doesn’t help matters. You must live with your skin all your life, so why not treat it with the utmost care? You need to look after your skin because too many of these free radicals in the environment can cause premature ageing too. Before you try masks, and exfoliators you need to find out what type of skin you have.

Different Skin Types

If you are one of the lucky ones, you might have normal skin. Normal skin is where it is not too dry and not too oily – it is just right for you. Lots of people have combination skin, where you have normal or dry skin in some areas. But in other areas, your skin is oily.

You might have dry or sensitive skin, where products might irritate your skin. If this is you, you will probably need to be careful and use products without specific ingredients. Products for dry or sensitive skin are easy to buy and will suit your skin so much better than one for normal skin.

No matter what skin type you might have, there are products that will suit your skin type. Among these many products made for your face are facials masks, scrubs and exfoliators. Do you have any ideas about what part these skincare products take in your beauty care regime? If not, then read on to learn more.

Face Masks

There are a variety of face mask products that are made for any condition or skin type. If you are plagued by acne or blackheads, there are facial masks that you apply, then let them dry. Once dry, you can peel them off and hopefully, some dead skin covering those blackheads will become unclogged so you can clear them up. Mud face masks that dry and then wash off are also good for oil control. Hopefully, after you have used a face mask, your skin will have a healthy glow, instead of the oily shine. Mud masks help to remove impurities in your pores as well as help to minimise them.

If you want a facemask for dry and sensitive skin, then look for a calming facemask like cucumber or aloe vera. These will be a wash-off mask. So, they will be more gentle to your skin. If you like a sheet face mask, Garnier has a great selection that has ingredients of calming chamomile and lavender.

If you are lucky enough to have normal skin, you can buy a facemask without having to worry so much. Again, sheet masks from companies like Garnier, Simple and drug store own brands will feel luxurious.

Some Tips On Using Face masks

• Leave the mask on for as long as the instructions say but do remove it if it starts to irritate you.
• Wash your face with water and a gentle cleanser or use micellar water before you apply a face mask. This helps the mask penetrate the skin better as your face is clean.
• Apply a moisturiser after washing off the mask with warm water. Your pores will still be open, and it will penetrate the skin better. If the cream is cold, it will help to close the pores too.
• You can use products from home to make face masks. This is beneficial if you have sensitive skin. You can find some homemade scrub recipes here.

Exfoliators

An exfoliator is a scrub that contains a slightly abrasive ingredient that will buff the dead skin cells from your skin. Often you can get body scrubs that you use in the shower, but for your face, you need something gentler. After you have used it on your face and the dead skin cells are removed, it will look like it is glowing. It will look so much healthier and will give you a much better base to apply your makeup. Exfoliating will help to absorb the moisturiser and other skincare products that you use on your face.

If you have dry or sensitive skin, I suggest only exfoliating once a week. Otherwise, it might irritate your skin and cause it to go red. If you have oily skin, it might be beneficial to use an exfoliator every other day. Exfoliating will help with excess oil production. For dry skin, go for an exfoliator with coconut oil because it will have extra moisture in it, for sensitive skin you will benefit from aloe vera as it soothes irritation.

Tips On Using Exfoliators

• Use an exfoliator that has small granules in it. Large granules like crushed shells or sugar can damage your skin as you exfoliate. Especially if it is sensitive or dry.
• Do exfoliate very lightly and gently on your face, If you put too much pressure on there, it can cause irritation. Also only exfoliate for about a minute, otherwise it will irritate the skin.
• Exfoliating isn’t something that goes by a timetable. Let your skin decide how often it needs doing. Oily skin will need it exfoliating more than dry skin.

Look Forward To Beautiful Skin

Now it is time to sit back and relax as your skin shines through and radiates the room. If you have any tips on beautiful skin, please drop them in the comments below.