It is common for our skin to get rid of dead, keratinized particles. But sometimes this natural physiological process is inhibited. The reason for this can be an incorrect lifestyle, bad habits, insufficient facial hygiene, aggressive environmental effects, but most often - banal aging. With age, the process of exfoliation slows down. New cells under a layer of keratinized membranes cannot breathe freely, their functions are impaired. As a result, the skin becomes lifeless, dull. This is where gommage (mask) comes to the rescue. What is this, we will consider in this article.
Who needs gommage, how often to carry out this procedure and what cosmetic products to use at the same time - read below. We will give some recipes for making gommage masks at home. We also advise effective purchasing means.
How gommage differs from scrub
The procedure for exfoliating the skin, its cleansing is called peeling (exfoliant). It has two varieties - scrub and gommage mask. What are these types of peeling and how do they differ? The scrub contains solid particles - small or not very. It can be crushed coffee beans, grape seeds or apricot. Thus, when using scrub, our skin undergoes a cleansing process, which can be compared with the impact of a grater. Small hard particles polish the cheeks and forehead in a very aggressive way. If the skin is young and prone to oiliness, this procedure is effective and very useful. But in this case, small pimples or ulcers can be damaged in the scrub peeling process. Gommage does not contain solid particles. This tool can be compared to a face mask. The substances contained in the homage simply dissolve the keratinized particles. Therefore, such a peeling is more gentle.
Gommage mask - what is it?
This is a word of French origin. "Gomme" simply means "eraser." A school eraser for erasing a pencil drawing very clearly symbolizes the principle of gommage. This product contains chemically active substances (most often fruit acids) that gently dissolve dead cells. In this case, no mechanical friction occurs - only micromassage. In this case, the blood flow is stimulated, and from this the processes of cell metabolism are accelerated. Thus, not only effective and gentle cleansing of the skin occurs, but also stagnation in the pores is eliminated. Few people know another effect that a gommage mask has: that it is an excellent tool to prepare the face for the perception of other caring cosmetic creams. With regular use of the procedure, the skin becomes fresh, supple, radiant. In a word, young. And aromatic oils, which are part of many gummage masks, make the procedure of such peeling more enjoyable. After such a cleansing, the skin absorbs nourishing or moisturizing creams well, its color becomes more even, and the oval of the face taut.
What are gommazhi
In fact, this product is a cosmetic mask with an exfoliating effect. There are different hommages - for the face, hands, body, legs. Depending on what part of the body the mask is intended for, additional functions (softening, bleaching, nutrition) are added to its main function. For example, antiperspirants and antifungal components are added to the foot gommage. Naturally, for the face, the product should be chosen according to your skin type. How does a gommage mask work? That this is a soft peeling, we have already said. Unlike clay scrubs and masks that need to be washed off, gommage, drying out, forms a thin soft film on the surface of the skin. It must be carefully rolled up with your fingertips. The whole procedure is a bit like the principle of the action of a depilation cream. Only in the case of gommage, not hairs, but dead skin cells are removed.
How often to apply
The answer to this question depends on the type of skin. If she is youthful, fat, with black dots, then gommage can be carried out three times a week. The same can be said about combination skin. But people with a normal or dry type should limit the use of gommages to one or two times a week. As for the method of withdrawing funds from the face, then there are some nuances. You should not expect your gommage mask to completely dry. That it is harmful, you will be convinced, trying to tear off the hardened layer from the face. Always follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the cosmetic product. If your skin contains pustules, damage, or is just too flabby, abandon the principle of rolling off the mask altogether. It is best to eliminate it in the usual way - rinse with warm water using a sponge.
How to carry out gommazh at home
Before the procedure, it is advisable to steam the face. It is not necessary to stand over a pot of boiling water. Just take a hot shower or bath. When the skin is wet (but not wet), apply the cream with light movements along the massage lines. Do not forget about the neck and décolleté, but avoid the area around the eyes and eyebrows. It is best to put cucumber mugs or cotton pads moistened with thermal water for the duration of the procedure. So you can simultaneously take care of the skin of the face and eyes. During the action of the mask, try to relax, do not use facial expressions. When a soft film forms, roll it from the forehead to the chin. After the procedure, you need to wash with warm water. What is a facial gommage mask, you will see after the first application. Do not immediately go after the procedure in frost, wind or go to the beach. Cleansed skin is very sensitive not only to creams, but also to environmental influences.
Gommage Recipes
All mixtures must be stored dry in glass containers, and diluted with water before application to the face. So, what do knowledgeable people recommend for gentle cleansing of oily skin? Mix a tablespoon of rice flour and cream powder. Stir. Add two tablespoons of barley flour. Before use, dilute with warm water so that the mixture does not drain from the face. And for sensitive or dry skin, what should be a homemade mask-gommage? Reviews of those who used it, recommend taking two tablespoons of oatmeal and mix it with semolina and ground orange peel. These ingredients need to be taken in half as much as oatmeal. It is better to wash off such masks from a first-aid kit with warm water, and not roll them up. But the effect of soft exfoliation will not be worse than after the purchase of funds.
What is an Avon face gommage mask
The company has prepared a pleasant surprise for fans of Avon products, which is part of the Planet SPA line. Now, in addition to scrubs and masks from SPA Planet, you can also find a small tube of 50 milliliters with gommage. Officially, the product is called “Excellent Cleansing,” which is consistent with the result. This mask-gommage with Dead Sea minerals perfectly exfoliates dead particles, narrows pores, and refreshes complexion. The structure of the product is soft, gel. The smell of silt and salt seems to take you to the shore of the Dead Sea. Within three minutes, the gel on the skin turns into a transparent glossy mask. It must be rolled up and the face thoroughly washed. The tool is spent sparingly, but it is inexpensive - about a hundred rubles.
What do the reviews say
What is Avon mask gommage, Russian users have recently learned. But the remedy immediately came to taste. And not only because of the affordable price. Regarding the ease of use, the women delivered the “Excellent Cleansing” homage with a solid five with a plus. Indeed, unlike mud masks, which need to devote 10-20 minutes of their lives, this tool freezes in three minutes. The substance is removed well - no need to pull the skin. The tool is consumed very economically. For one procedure, it is enough to squeeze out literally two drops of the gel. All users are satisfied with the effect produced by the Avon gommage. The skin after the first procedure becomes smooth, soft and fresh, like a baby.