The well-known author of aphorisms ValeryAfonchenko once said about women: “Time spent on makeup shortens the day and lengthens the night.” Well, in essence, he is right, of course. But it is immediately obvious that this phrase belongs to a man. Makeup! If only makeup... Will it save you if it is applied to unkempt, unprepared skin? In order for makeup to “shoot” accurately and on time, constant work is necessary. What do they – men – know about this? Is any of them able to understand the difference between a day cream and a night cream? Makeup remover milk and toner? Cleansing face masks and nourishing ones? That's it! But they are the first to “show off” and talk about women... It seems that there is simply no point in proving the need to cleanse the skin – it is clear to everyone anyway. From childhood, we are taught that we need to wash our face, take a shower, take a bath. And what is this if not cleansing? True, with the face, everything is a little different. Clothes protect our body from various harmful effects and pollution. And the face is always open to all winds. Dust, exhaust fumes, decorative cosmetics - all this accumulates on delicate skin and, of course, does not add to its beauty. Unfortunately, washing alone will not do. And cleansing lotions cannot completely cope with this problem. What to do? It's very simple! Special cleansing masks for the face have long been invented. But do not rush to the salons - in most cases, you can perfectly deeply cleanse the skin at home. Moreover, even cosmetologists themselves agree that masks made at home are no worse - and sometimes even better - than salon ones. At least, making a mask yourself, you can be absolutely sure that it contains only natural products. And it will "work" no worse than a professional one. What can you make such a pore-cleansing mask from?
Sweet life
Remember the cartoon about Winnie the Pooh?"The bear loves honey very much. Why and who will understand? ..." Well, the skin also loves honey very much. And, by the way, unlike Winnie the Pooh, for quite understandable reasons. Firstly, it is a natural antibiotic - note, "no chemistry". In addition, honey perfectly moisturizes, nourishes and rejuvenates the skin - it is not for nothing that it is added to many cosmetics. Well, one more advantage: it is suitable for absolutely all skin types - even the most sensitive. This is such a "magic" product, the best suited for cleansing and nourishing the skin. But we must not forget that honey is a strong allergen. And so that cleansing the skin at home does not entail the development of a strong allergic reaction, first make sure of the reaction of your body. How to prepare the best cleansing face mask with honey? There are several simple recipes. Method one. You will need:
- glycerol
- Wheat flour
- honey
- cold water
This mask will not only deeply cleanse your pores,but will also eliminate any inflammatory processes on the skin, if they occur. Take one teaspoon of honey and glycerin, and then pour in three spoons of water. Stir. Flour should be added gradually, stirring so that lumps do not form. One spoon will be enough. Stirred? Well, now apply to the face and neck. That's it. You can do your business for about 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water. This mask should not be done more than twice a week - this is enough to completely cleanse the skin. Method two. You will need:
- milk
- oat flour
- honey
Mix a small spoon of oatmeal with onetablespoon of milk. Add two tablespoons of honey. Apply carefully to the neck and face, especially to those areas where the pores are very large. Keep it for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. A similar mask helps to fight blackheads at home - you need to do it at least three times a week. Method three: peeling mask. In addition to honey, you will need freshly ground coffee, which is perfect for deep cleansing of oily skin at home. Just a little - half a teaspoon. But you will need more honey - three tablespoons. Apply the resulting mixture to the face and neck and gently massage for a couple of minutes. Just do not rub too hard - instead of deeply cleansing the pores, you can scratch the delicate skin. After that, let the mask "work" for another 10-15 minutes, and then carefully rinse off. The best mask that you can make at home for those girls with combination skin - it deeply cleanses pores and nourishes the skin.
All colors ... clay
Probably the best cleansing face mask– from cosmetic clay. This is the one that is recommended most often. Why is it so loved? Why is this mask considered the best? It’s simple – clay perfectly “catches” dirt, flakes of “old” skin and excess fat – pores are cleaned just perfectly. In addition, it has the ability to relieve irritation and “calm” the skin. And such a mask is made in an elementary way – according to the principle of “just add water”. True, clay is quite active and the main thing here is not to overdo it. You should not leave such a mask on for more than 12 minutes. And you need to wash it off especially carefully. And, of course, do not forget to apply a moisturizer afterwards – clay dries out the skin greatly. A cleansing mask made of cosmetic clay will suit any face – you just need to choose the right color. How to choose? Well, certainly not to match the color of your hair and not to match your housecoat! It all depends on your skin type. Red clay is suitable for sensitive, dry or dehydrated skin. It will relieve irritation, eliminate itching and “feed” the skin with oxygen. Those with oily skin have more choice – you can use green, yellow, blue or white clay. In addition to the main task – cleansing – such masks also bring other benefits. White – will tighten the skin, even out the oval of the face and remove excess fat. Blue – will help wounds on the skin to heal faster and prevent the appearance of new pimples. Green – will improve blood circulation and help to maintain a healthy complexion for a long time. And if you feel that the skin lacks elasticity and “radiance”, then yellow clay will come to the rescue. It will remove toxins and relieve inflammation. What color do you get if you mix red and white? That's right – pink! This is exactly how a cleansing mask for combination skin is prepared. Everything is logical, right? Both the skin is combination and the mask is combination. Easy to remember. However, pink clay is also suitable for normal skin. Perhaps the most “mysterious” is black clay. People with the same skin type respond differently to it. Some claim that such cleansing face masks are the softest and most gentle, while others complain of a feeling of tightness and dry skin after this procedure. Therefore, people with dry and combination skin are advised to first conduct a small experiment. Apply clay to a small area of your face and leave for about 7 minutes. Then wash your face and observe the reaction of your skin. If everything is ok, then black clay is what you need.
Other masks
It is impossible not to mention a few simple, butvery interesting masks - perhaps one of them will become a real panacea for you. The main thing - strictly follow the recipe for making the mask and do not do it too often. Even the best mask can harm the skin if applied more than three times a week.
- Mask from aloe
To prepare the mask, grind two tablespoonsspoons of the most common oatmeal, peel a sprig of aloe and chop finely. Then lightly knead with your hands to release the juice, mix with oatmeal and immediately apply to the skin. This mask is the best if you have enlarged pores on your nose and forehead. And for inflammatory processes, aloe is an irreplaceable thing.
- Mask made of chalk
The most ordinary white chalk is capable of creatingreal miracles - it cleanses and tightens pores, evens out complexion and gives the skin amazing elasticity. In a word, the best mask for those women who do not need anti-inflammatory therapy. This mask is prepared simply - grate a piece of chalk on the smallest grater - you should get about one tablespoon. Then add a little cold water and mix thoroughly - the mask should have a creamy consistency. Apply the mask to problem areas of the skin and leave for 7 minutes, then rinse with cool water.
- Peach mask
Peach mask is the best when it comes tonot only about cleansing, but also about moisturizing the skin. The mask is so simple that many women begin to doubt its effectiveness - and in vain. The peach must be peeled, mashed and the resulting gruel evenly distributed over the surface of the skin and left for 10 minutes, then rinse the skin with cool water. It is difficult to say for sure which mask is better - it all depends on the characteristics of the skin of each individual woman. Some have enlarged pores, some - a lot of pimples and acne, and some have combination skin. Moreover - even for two women with the same skin type, the same mask may not be suitable. Therefore, in order to find out which mask is best for you, you need to try at least two or three. Assess the condition of your skin after the procedure and you will understand whether this mask is really the best for you. We can talk about homemade cleansing face masks for a very long time. What is not used for them – vegetables, fruits, cereals, eggs… even raw meat and liver! Each product is good in its own way. Each one helps the skin to remain fresh and beautiful. And men… let them be confident that they know everything better than we do! After all, as the legendary Coco Chanel said: “We need beauty so that men love us; and stupidity – so that we love men.” We recommend reading:
