Seaweed masks: features, properties and applications

Among the products offered by cosmetologists, a face mask made of seaweed is deservedly popular. It consists of natural ingredients and is therefore suitable for any type of skin. This procedure not only refreshes, moisturizes and tone the skin, it relieves swelling, brightens pigmentation. The face begins to look younger.

A natural mask with seaweed seeds is produced in China and Thailand. The composition of the product also includes rosehip seeds. This cosmetic product whitens the face and moisturizes the skin well. Wonderful properties are explained by the biological composition of kelp, which is unique. It contains polysaccharides, collagen, vitamins and active trace elements. They have regenerative properties and remove dead cells, tightening and refreshing the skin.

• Alginates and alginic acid. When dissolved in water, these substances turn into a gel. He envelops his face, covering him with a thin film. The effect of lymphatic drainage relieves swelling, strengthens the skin, bringing it into tone. When moisturized, toxins come out, and nutrition smoothes small wrinkles, producing a rejuvenating effect. It is easy to remove the mask: it is cleaned with a whole cloth.
• Collagen. With age in the body, the production of this substance decreases and its intake from the outside is very useful. Collagen mask is always included in age makeup.
• Vitamins and minerals. The algae seed mask contains many active substances: vitamins B and C, carotenoids and folic acid. It has a lot of plant enzymes and sterols.Algae is famous for its iodine, calcium and potassium content.

Masks with kelp are universal and suitable for everyone, regardless of skin type. They nourish and moisturize the face. Algae slows down the aging process, treats foci of inflammation, relieves irritation. Masks enhance the protective function of the skin, preventing the appearance of acne and dark spots. The main advantages of Thai masks provide:

• a large amount of vitamin C, a natural antioxidant;
• a large amount of iodine;
• choline, soothing irritation and removing grease;
• niacin, which promotes a good healthy complexion;
• potassium and calcium necessary for the skin;
• circulating iron, providing oxygen to cells.

The process of preparing the mask is simple, but the mixture is liquid and thickened with various additives.

Laminaria effectively removes dead epidermal cells. Delicately acting, a cleansing mask evens out the shade of aging skin. Clay (you can take any) is mixed with powder from seaweed and diluted with herbal broth. Use herbs at will: thyme, linden or plantain. The mixture is brought to a creamy state. The clay mask is applied in a lying position so that the mixture does not spread.

A mask with algae based on oil and honey is highly effective. For cooking, take 1 teaspoon of sea kale and natural honey. 3 drops of olive oil (can be replaced with linseed) are added to the mixture and stirred until smooth. Lie down on a flat surface and gently apply a mask. Hold for 10 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Being a good thickener, gelatin is also a source of natural protein - collagen. It is very beneficial for the skin, but rarely found in animal products. Introducing collagen into the mask, it is taken into account that hot gelatin loses its useful properties, and when frozen, it does not mix with anything. You need to mix it with seaweed on time, when it has warmed up, but has not yet frozen. Take a teaspoon of algae powder and pour warm water. Gelatin is mixed with three tablespoons of pure water or with an extract of medicinal herbs. They warm it in a water bath until the grains disappear. Mixed with seaweed, removed from heat, allowed to cool slightly and applied to the skin. Wash off with warm water, no cosmetic cleansers are used.

A mixture for a mask of deep-sea brown algae is not difficult to buy ready-made. It is inexpensive, and the result is astounding. Even customers who do not like to mess with masks appreciated its effect and effectiveness. They say that the Thai mask cleanses and smoothes the skin of the face, reduces dryness, protects from sunlight, preventing early aging. Face skin becomes elastic and smooth, sebum secretion decreases, inflammation and irritation decrease.

Beauticians recommend taking plain clean water for masks. But its replacement with other liquids enhances the effect and allows you to achieve the desired result. At home they use various juices, milk and apple cider vinegar. Carrot juice gives the face a touch of light tan, while nourishing and saturating it with vitamins. Cucumber juice will relieve freckles, cabbage - will tighten sagging skin, and potato - will remove puffiness.

Milk contains many beneficial substances, and its use increases the effectiveness of skin masks. It becomes clean and supple.By adding apple cider vinegar to seaweed, the skin tone is increased, wrinkles are smoothed, and the release of sebum on oily skin is reduced. But vinegar can not be used for sensitive skin: it can cause irritation.

Laminaria was first used to combat cellulite. She had a good effect on the body, removing subcutaneous fat. Subsequently, it began to be used for facial skin. Patients leave positive feedback, saying that seaweed helps to solve many problems.

• Elimination of skin irritation and peeling, reduction of its dryness. If it is a shortage of substances that help restore the top layer, algae will come to the rescue.
• Expanded pores on the skin indicate a lack of vitamin E, omega-3, molybdenum and silicon. Seaweed contains polyunsaturated acids and thus eliminates wrinkles. Masks with them rejuvenate and reduce bags under the eyes.
• Pigmentation and freckles. There is a lot of zinc in algae. It whitens and smoothes the skin.
• Acne and high oily skin. Magnesium, sulfur and iodine can solve the problem. They are rich in kelp. To whiten your face and remove shine, it is not necessary to spend money on expensive procedures from a cosmetologist: it is not difficult to make a mask at home yourself.
• A mask of seaweed smoothes old scars, preventing them from growing. This is evidenced by numerous patient reviews.

If you are going to use such masks, you should also know about contraindications. The high iodine content in kelp causes concern among specialists. They believe that the procedure should be treated with caution.

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