Many girls who are concerned about skin problems turn to various masks for help. One type of similar means is a mask film. It differs in that it contains a large number of useful components that give a visible result in a short time. That is, they are very convenient if you are in a hurry somewhere, and the skin requires care and is not in the best condition.
Consistency and general view
The consistency of the mask-film resembles a gel, which is most often transparent. By the way, it has another name - a film mask, because after complete drying it becomes a dense film that is removed from the face from the bottom up and does not require rinsing. But it happens that such masks nevertheless leave behind themselves some particles. In such cases, they can be washed off with warm water or a dampened cotton pad.
Application
These masks are usually used 1-2 times a week and are always applied to clean skin, which is best done with a sponge moistened with natural oil, for example, olive or almond oil can be used. So the skin will be protected from possible damage during removal.
Apply the mask to the face with a thick, even layer, bypassing the area around the eyes, lips and areas with hair, in order to avoid pain during removal.
Skin effects
Mask-film for the face (reviews about it you can see in the article) is a jelly, which includes beneficial substances. It dries in a short time and forms a dense film that completely envelops the skin of the face. That is why it is called plastic, because after complete drying it takes the exact shape of the face.
While the mask dries, the nutrients penetrate deep into the skin and saturate it. During the action of the mask, it is best to lie down and relax, so that the procedure gives the most effective result.
Today, a huge variety of similar products with a very different composition is presented on the market. They can dry from 20 to 60 minutes, depending on the composition. After drying, the mask ceases to give useful components, because for this, moisture was just needed. But before that, in addition to nutrition, the mask also eliminates dead cells, dirt from the pores and secretions of the sebaceous glands. So, in addition to hydration, your skin will also exfoliate, cleanse and become dull.
But that’s not all! Since the mask reduces its area with drying time, a light lifting of the skin is performed.
Mask removal
Determining the time when it is time to remove the mask from the face is quite simple. If it does not stick to your hands when you touch the skin, you can safely remove the mask. After the mask film has completely dried, it is necessary to pull it off from the entire surface of the face, like a second skin. Even this process carries with it several useful processes. For example, the blood supply awakens in the capillaries, due to which the complexion improves, a charge of energy comes, nutrients and oxygen lower better.
Nuances
All these advantages make the mask film one of the best skin care products, but it is important to remember several nuances of its use. For example, you need to tighten the mask from the bottom up. This is done so as not to stretch the skin down, where gravity pulls it.
The process of removing the mask is very important, therefore, it must be done very carefully so as not to cause deformation and not harm areas with a pronounced vascular network.
Immediately after removing the film, a light tonic or cream should be applied to the face.
If you have irritated and sensitive skin, then the use of scrubs is contraindicated for you, since such products will only exacerbate the problem. In this case, a face mask film will come to the rescue, which will perfectly replace the scrub. It will remove the top layer of accumulated impurities, clean the pores and remove the black spots.
Many girls note a feeling of tightness of the skin after such masks. This effect is due to the presence of alcohol in the composition, which after using the mask evaporates, taking some moisture with it, which slightly dries the skin.
disadvantages
This item, although it is not very important, but still plays a role. The smell of alcohol is not the most pleasant thing that you can experience during a cosmetic procedure, but in fact most of the masks still have the named ingredient and make themselves felt not the most pleasant aroma.
Also, some burning discomfort can bring during the procedure. It happens in most cases due to the mask getting on irritated areas of the skin, which is actually undesirable. If this feeling is too strong, then it is better not to risk it and postpone the procedure.
Some masks harden too quickly, for some this process takes a fairly large amount of time. It all depends on the consistency. If the mask is thick, then most likely it will harden very quickly, which slightly complicates the application process. Well, if it is long-drying and has a liquid consistency, then it will take a lot of time to dry, and all this time you will have to keep your face horizontal to prevent it from draining from the chin.
Some film masks have a problematic removal. Advertising may show that it is removed in one simple movement, but in fact it turns out that removing it from the face is not so simple. She does not want to stick or just breaks and leaves pieces. But so far from all masks of this type, it all depends on the manufacturer.
Masks from Avon
One example of a good product is the Avon face mask. One of the most popular is a tool called Provencal Meadows. It is neither liquid nor thick, so it is easy to apply. It does not freeze immediately, but after a while. Also contains pearlescent particles. This mask is praised mainly for the exfoliating effect - the skin after it becomes very smooth. But not everyone may like its peculiar floral scent.
Another popular Avon product is the film mask Cucumber and Tea Tree. By the way, she gathered a lot more fans than the previous one. After it, the face becomes almost perfect: the pores are cleaned, the skin moisturizes and refreshes, redness and imperfections become invisible. Moreover, it fights acne and is suitable for sensitive skin. Its smell is quite neutral - a cucumber aroma is slightly felt. Due to the light texture it is applied comfortably and can be removed without labor and tears. And during the procedure you will be accompanied by a pleasant chill.
Another product is "Holidays in Greece". This mask has a denser texture than the previous ones. It contains an extract of algae, dries in a fairly short period of time, is removed without difficulty. After it, the face becomes fresh, moisturized, toned and smoothed. But, however, there is one minus - a strong alcohol smell.
From black dots
The most effective face mask film from black dots is an activated carbon mask. If you have been tormented by a similar problem for a long time and you already managed to try all possible methods, but did not find the suitable one, then perhaps this tool will help you. This mask actively draws dirt from the pores, thereby removing black dots, and you can do it yourself at home.
The first step is to mix one tablespoon of gelatin and two crushed tablets of activated carbon, mix everything thoroughly and add one tablespoon of milk. Then send the mixture a little warm in the microwave, for about 15 seconds. The mask is ready. It should not be applied to the entire face, but only to those areas where there are black dots.
A homemade face mask film perfectly fights clogged pores, effectively pulling dirt out of them. But due to this, it pulls out small hairs when removed, so its removal may not be the most pleasant procedure. In addition, a gelatin face mask film may slightly damage the top layer of the skin, so be careful. After it is better to apply something calming to the face, for example a cream or tonic.
This face mask film at home has not passed any checks by specialists, but it is very effective. It is recommended to use it no more than once a month.
Black mask film
Quite recently, a new tool appeared on store shelves - a black face mask film, which quickly won the sympathy of customers. Reviews say that she is actively fighting black spots, acne and other skin imperfections.
The mask has an average consistency density and rich black color. It dries in about 10-15 minutes and is removed very simply, without much effort. True, this tool has a pronounced chemical smell, which can be attributed to the minuses.
A mask-film for the face copes with its work well, although it can not eliminate very strong skin problems. To make it work more efficiently, before applying it is recommended to thoroughly steam the face to expand the pores and dirt from them came out easier. A plus of the mask is that it has an action resembling a scrub, that is, it relieves the skin of dead particles. After it remains a very pleasant feeling of cleanliness, freshness and renewal.
The black face mask film acts quite softly, so it is suitable for sensitive skin.