The fair sex loves to take care of their body and dream that their skin looked flawless. It’s not a secret for anyone that it is a sauna and a Russian bath that perfectly heal and rejuvenate the skin, making it supple and silky.
Hot bath procedures give the body beauty and improve well-being. In the steam room, the skin is freed from toxins and toxins. Thanks to steam, water and temperature changes, it becomes clean, smooth and elastic. In a word, the harmony of the body and soul is felt in the bathhouse.
When you visit the steam room, extra pounds go away, which also affects the skin condition very well. And body masks in the sauna will help you with this. They will not only help get rid of excess, but also provide the body with proper care.
Going once again to take a steam bath, do not forget to bring your sauna masks with you . With your own hands you can prepare excellent effective mixtures, simple recipes of which you will see below.
What to take with you to the steam room?
When going to the sauna or bath for cosmetic procedures, take with you everything you need. The following may come in handy:
- anti-cellulite washcloth;
- waterproof slippers;
- bath hat ;
- some towels;
- when sharing a sauna, you can take a swimsuit with you;
- a cosmetic bag in which there is an elastic band for hair, hairpins, hairpins, wet wipes and disposable handkerchiefs, a hairbrush;
- cosmetics, shower gel;
- you can take something to eat with you;
- drinking water.
And, of course, do not forget to bring a natural scrub and cleansing masks for the sauna, prepared by yourself.
What is the use of masks and scrubs in the sauna?
In the sauna and bath, the body is in a relaxed state. The skin is sufficiently warmed and cleaned to absorb all the necessary vitamins and minerals. Under the influence of warm steam, the skin is perfectly prepared for cosmetic procedures.
Wet and warm air promotes rapid cell regeneration, exfoliation of dead skin particles and enlargement of pores. When they are opened, the skin is better cleansed, useful trace elements are more easily absorbed. In the steam room, the body is freed from harmful toxins and toxins, which makes it younger and healthier.
Rules for the use of masks in the sauna
Applying masks and scrubs of our own production from honey, clay, soda, coffee and other substances, you need to know the rules for their use.
- To get the most positive effect, use only natural, fresh products.
- For masks and coffee scrubs, it is better to grind coffee ground in beans, rather than ready from the store.
- Apply masks after several visits to the steam room. The body will have time to sweat and remove harmful substances.
- If you bought or received a handmade product as a gift, carefully examine the composition before applying and make sure that there are no components that can cause an allergic reaction. For example, an allergy to honey is common.
- The procedure is best carried out along the massage lines, starting from the legs, in the direction of the lymph flow.
- In the sauna, a body mask is applied only to previously cleansed skin.
- It is important to observe the exposure time of the masks, not to overdo it, but not to rinse off too quickly. The optimal time for absorbing nutrients is about 20 minutes.
- After the procedure, rinse well all mask residues with warm water.
You will get amazing results in the form of delicate, soft skin. It is great to use an oak or birch broom, especially if there is problem skin. The combination of hot dry air and a broom pat gives excellent gymnastics for the skin and blood vessels. Then, immediately after the steam room, you can plunge into the pool or doused with cold water. Contrast procedures perfectly rejuvenate the skin, narrow pores and improve blood circulation.
Honey masks for the sauna
The store sells a wide variety of tools. You can buy any masks and scrubs for the sauna. But to be 100% sure of the benefits and naturalness of the composition, you can cook them yourself with your own hands. Such a mixture will also be effective and useful.
Honey masks for the sauna are the most popular from ancient times to the present.
You need to apply them after visiting the steam room three times on well-steamed skin.
Do-it-yourself masks for the sauna, the recipes of which you will see below, are very useful and simple.
Recipe number 1. Mask with honey and olive oil
- 1 tbsp. a spoonful of natural honey.
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp. l oils from olive.
- 5 drops of lemon juice.
The composition is applied to well-cleansed skin through massage lines. After 20 minutes, washed off with warm water. This mask will give the skin freshness and radiance, as well as saturate it with useful elements.
Recipe number 2. Mask with honey and milk
- 100 ml of homemade yogurt, sour cream or sour milk.
- 2 tbsp. tablespoons of honey.
The whole product is applied in a circular motion to the steamed and cleaned body and left to absorb for 20-30 minutes. Then it is washed off under the shower.
Recipe number 3. Mask with honey and salt
The body mask in the sauna from honey and salt is very beloved by everyone:
- 125 ml of honey;
- 125 ml of salt.
For a larger result, add a few drops of any essential or cosmetic oil. Rub the scrub all over the body in a circular motion. And leave it to work for 15-20 minutes. If during the procedure you feel a burning sensation and tingling sensation, this is normal, which means that the mask has begun to act.
Recipe number 4. Herb based honey mask
A honey mask with a decoction of chamomile, lemon balm, mint and other herbs is very useful. The broth is prepared in the following way: for 400 ml of water, 1 tbsp is brewed. spoons of each herb. And leave to insist 20-30 minutes. Then honey is added and all the ingredients are applied to the skin. You can also give steam from a decoction of these herbs. It has a beneficial effect on the skin: relieves itching and redness, nourishes.
Coffee mask
A very popular and effective mask for a coffee sauna, which came to us from Turkey. This mask is readily used by both men and women. Coffee is a powerful antioxidant. It perfectly rejuvenates the skin: increases its elasticity, improves blood circulation and exfoliates dead cells, and also burns excess fat. And what an invigorating aroma comes from the body after using this wonderful mask!
Coffee masks for saunas are quite simple to prepare and use. Here are some recipes recommended by cosmetologists.
- Mix ground coffee with any natural dairy product: sour cream, cottage cheese, etc. Add mustard or any nutritious cosmetic oil. On the massage lines, starting from the legs, a body mask is applied. We leave for the sauna for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water. This mask also has a scrubbing property.
- Rub 2 apples on a grater and mix with 3 tbsp. l natural ground coffee. Means rub the whole body and hold for 15-20 minutes.
- Soak half a cup of oatmeal and leave for 15 minutes to swell. Then add as much natural coffee and salt to the composition. After applying this mixture, enjoy the softness of the skin.
Masks for weight loss
Slimming sauna masks are very popular in cosmetology. Thanks to the active components, there is an acceleration of metabolism and burning of excess calories. For weight loss, components with a warming effect are mainly used. Therefore, the frequent components of such masks are: honey, cinnamon, coffee, salt, mustard powder, red pepper. And increase the effectiveness of a mask for a sauna for weight loss, essential oils of citrus, rosemary, juniper.
To prepare a natural scrub that will save you from extra centimeters, you will need 40 g of sugar. Its grains will mechanically remove dead skin cells and enhance metabolic processes. Fully melted unrefined coconut oil is poured into sugar. It is very soft. It nourishes and maintains youthful skin, thanks to unsaturated fatty acids, as well as vitamins A and E. Next, add two to three tablespoons of honey, which helps to sweat and remove toxins.
If you want to give the scrub an anti-cellulite effect, you can add a couple of drops of essential oil. For example, 1 drop of cinnamon and two drops of orange essential oil. Juniper oil is also very effective.
Mustard Masks
Mustard perfectly warms the skin and improves blood circulation, which helps to reduce excess centimeters.
- Mustard powder is diluted with warm water until a mushy state forms. It is applied in a thick layer to problem areas. You can add essential oils to the mask (for example, ylang-ylang or grapefruit).
- A simple mask made of honey and mustard also works great. Only honey for her is recommended to take liquid.
- A mask of mustard powder, wine vinegar and salt is also considered effective. This mixture must be carefully applied to problem areas. Soak in the steam room for 10-20 minutes and rinse with warm water or take a contrast shower.
Masks with mustard sometimes cause a burning sensation and redness. Do not worry, this is considered the norm. But if you can’t tolerate the discomfort, then better rinse the mixture.
Slimming Mask Recipes
The following masks for baths and saunas are considered effective. The recipes are very simple, and the products are affordable.
Mask with pepper. It will take 1 tbsp. spoon of red hot ground pepper, 1 tbsp. a spoonful of dry coffee grounds and 2 tbsp. tablespoons of honey. Everything is mixed and infused for 15 minutes. It is applied to the hips and abdomen. The exposure time is 15-20 minutes.
Masks with clay. The most useful are black and blue clay. It must be diluted with water to obtain a mushy mass and add 3 drops of grapefruit oil or cinnamon. For greater effect, you can add hot pepper.
For weight loss, a scrub made from honey and cinnamon powder is suitable. Mix everything in the proportions 1: 2, grind in the abdomen and hips. Apply with caution to the face and décolleté. Leave on for 15 minutes and then rinse.
Masks and scrubs for weight loss are better combined with physical activity and diet, then you will achieve greater results.
Mask for cleansing pores "Sauna and bath": reviews
When there is no time or just do not want to cook a body mask yourself, you can buy it in a store.
Now a mask for cleaning pores from the series “Sauna, Bath, Massage” from the Belarusian company Viteks is quite popular. It contains quite active substances: salt and mud from the Dead Sea, honey, essential oils and white clay, as well as parabens, preservatives, water and other auxiliary substances.
This mask works well on steamed skin. And those who used it without prior steaming did not feel the proper effect. Users note a positive result from its use precisely after a sauna or bath: pores are noticeably reduced, complexion improves. In the steam room, she copes with greasy shine and black dots.
The manufacturer writes that the product may cause a slight burning sensation, which is caused by a high content of natural components. The composition, of course, is very pleasant and captivating. The consistency is soft, thick, easy to apply and does not drain, the aroma is pleasant, but not for everybody. The small price, interesting composition and good reviews leave no doubt that it is worth trying this mask.
Do not forget that the sauna and the bathhouse are quite a serious burden for the heart, so take a trip to the steam room with great responsibility.
I wish you health and beauty!