Fabric face masks: what is it and how to use them?

The boom in Asian masks in attractive packaging began a few years ago. China, Korea, Japan regularly present their products on the Russian market in any price segment: from budget to very expensive. Fabric masks are attracted, as a rule, by the ease of use and the effect, which with regular use becomes obvious.

Disposable tissue devices are made according to the type of wipes, nourished with a care complex, with convenient slots in which the mouth, nose and eyes are located. The product is distinguished by its intended purpose, by type of skin, by composition. You can choose a care line for any person with healing, anti-aging and other functions. As part of fabric masks, you can often see: plant components, such as chamomile, green tea, aloe vera, algae extracts; extracts of animal origin, hyaluron, synthetic components.

The latter do not need to beware, because it is the “synthetics”, for example, adenosine or niacinamide, that perfectly stimulate cell metabolism, protect the skin, and restore its condition. In addition, it is the synthetic part of the composition that affects the production of collagen, and it is the youthfulness and health of our face that depends on it. Plus, these substances do not allow the production of melanin, which prevents pigmentation.

We will analyze the pros and cons of the most popular components of cosmetics of this type today.

This is a hit of modern cosmetology, because it is mucin that positively affects mineralization, contains natural moisturizers, protein, natural hyaluron, mineral type salts. He qualitatively "builds" a snail shell. Mucin perfectly copes with the removal of free radicals from the skinthat provoke the aging process. Among the obvious advantages are keratolytic (exfoliating) function, anti-inflammatory effect, synthesis of elastin and collagen, moisturizing property. Mucin as if envelops the skin with a protective film, through which oxygen easily penetrates, but moisture does not evaporate.

Mucus, unlike mucin, additionally contains complex water and protein. She is actively involved in creating the structure of the skin and the production of anti-aging substances; thanks to mucus, fibroblasts are not susceptible to the harmful effects of the external environment, such as ultraviolet radiation. Under the influence of UV, the number of fibroblasts sharply decreases, the skin is broken, wrinkles appear, pores expand, elasticity is lost. Secretion of snail mucus restores this balance, keeping the level of collagen, elastin and hyaluron at the right level.

The main proven effect of procedures with hyaluron is lifting and rejuvenation. This substance is able to create a light protective barrier between the skin and the environment, keeping the moisture level at the required level. In this case, oxygen metabolism in cells does not slow down. Hyaluron perfectly fights with different types of wrinkles: deep, shallow, mimic; it literally fills them, smoothes them out. This is an indispensable component for dry skin type, it fights with any peeling, maximally nourishing the skin with moisture.

If the previous substances have practically no contraindications, then pomegranate can cause allergic reactions, therefore it is not suitable for any skin. Pomegranate juice is a real elixir of eternal youth, it is actively used in cosmetology, especially in the manufacture of fabric masks. The composition of pomegranate extract is rich in vitamins, microelements that perfectly remove peeling, lighten freckles and pigmentation, relieve eye circles, treat problematic skin, and rejuvenate.

It has long been known that this particular substance is responsible for the connection of tissues in the body, together with it this function is shared by elastin. This tandem is necessary for the skin so that it is smooth, supple, elastic, in order to increase its protective functions, to release free radicals. Anti-aging effect, strengthening of blood vessels, a positive effect on metabolic processes - for this it is necessary to saturate the skin with collagen.

You can not discount the beneficial properties of honey for the skin, especially since our body is able to absorb it one hundred percent. It has almost three hundred compounds and elements that have beneficial effects on the health of the skin. B and C vitamins, zinc, polyphenols moisturize, heal, protect the epidermis, prevent aging, the appearance of irritations and inflammations, and perfectly affect the metabolic processes. Due to these properties, honey makes the skin soft, cleanses it, fights against dryness, wrinkles.

It is worth careful to use these cosmetics during a period of severe irritation, as the risk of allergies increases several times. If the skin is of the oily type, nourishing and moisturizing agents are contraindicated: they provoke the work of the sebaceous glands. In addition, you should not use masks of this type for serious skin lesions: unhealed deep wounds, burns.

In addition to the composition, care products are classified by purpose. Depending on the effect and action, they can moisturize, nourish, and cleanse, in addition, there are universal compounds that combine several complexes at once. Choosing a mask is necessary only after you have decided on your skin type.

Suitable for almost any skin type, appropriate for almost any age. They have a lot of plant and animal extracts, hyaluron, collagen. You can apply them constantly, 1-2 times in 7 days.

The purpose of this type is to saturate the cells with oxygen, which forms the basis of water. Dehydrated skin loses elasticity, looks unhealthy, sagging. Masks with oxygen stimulate regeneration processes and provoke the natural production of substances necessary for the skin. There is no oxygen in the cosmetic, it penetrates the skin due to perfluorocarbons, which turn into oxygen, in contact with the dermis, and penetrates the cells, rejuvenating the skin.

The purpose of this type of product is to free the skin from dead cells, contaminated pores, and give the skin a healthy, radiant appearance. Often in the composition of these masks there are absorbents that perfectly remove lard. Cleansing products will be especially good for young and problem skin, with minor inflammations. With caution, you need to use products that have a drying effect for owners of dry skin.

These are, as a rule, nutritious masks, often they also include a moisturizing function. Their goal is to correct existing deficiencies and prevent aging of the dermis. They model, tighten; the complex includes elastin, collagen, vitamins, extracts, amino acids. Such a complex composition will not be suitable for young skin, since its task is to smooth and regenerate metabolic processes.

This type of cosmetic product combines various functions: cleansing, moisturizing plus nutrition. They often include components that help against acne, acne, great for oily, problematic and mixed dermis. Universal masks can combine different areas in the appointment: for the skin around the eyes, face, neck, decollete.

Despite its popularity, a mask of this kind has not only advantages, but also some disadvantages.

Pros:

• obvious and quick effect with the right means;
• quick time of use;
• convenient packaging, ease of use;
• does not take up much space;
• You can take a whole individual course without going to a beautician;
• does not require rinsing;
• unique composition.

Minuses:

• allergic reaction possible;
• high cost of the course;
• has contraindications.

The question often arises whether one fabric mask can be used several times. Repeat the procedure with a disposable cosmetologists strongly do not recommend. Indeed, the basis of the product is an environment favorable for the reproduction of microbes and bacteria.The second reason is toxic substances that are pulled out of the skin and remain on the mask; Using tissue a second time allows bacteria and toxins to be absorbed into the skin. But if there is liquid left in the bag, the product itself, you can use it, apply it conveniently using a regular cotton pad.

Fabric masks are an excellent solution for those who do not have extra time for serious and time-consuming cosmetic procedures. The application algorithm is very simple, especially on the packaging, most often there is an instruction for use. There are several recommendations that professional cosmetologists give.

• The skin must be properly prepared: thoroughly cleaned with special cleansers and tonics.

• In the summer, it is recommended to cool the mask, if it does not have the property of steaming, then it is heated.

• After cleansing, the mask is applied to the face, smoothed so that there are no wrinkles, bubbles; it is more convenient to do this from the nose to the edges.

• The procedure should be lying, in a state of relaxation and peace.
• The time regime must be observed, keep the tool specified time.
• After removing the mask, massage your face.
• Rinse off, apply the cream is not necessary.

A mask of fabric can be made with your own hands, using folk recipes. First of all, a base is made of thin cotton: for this you need to cut the fabric in the shape of an oval, with slots. Then, a care product suitable for your type of dermis is applied to the base. You can prepare the composition yourself: take any herbal decoction, depending on the tasks that the mask should solve. For example, a spoonful of chamomile, rose, elderberry in 150 ml of water, brew, strain, cool. Put gelatin in water 1 to 2 parts, warm, enter vitamins E and A in capsules. Soak the cloth and apply on the face for half an hour, wash and apply the cream.

See how to make a fabric mask to moisturize your skin in the next video.

According to cosmetologists, the ranking of cosmetic fabric masks is headed by manufacturers from Asia. The best products are produced by Japanese, Chinese and Korean brands.

Of course, the use of such funds does not replace visits to a cosmetologist, and in comparison with a jar of a mask that can be used many times, the cost is not very profitable. However, professionals recognize for fabric masks a quick and obvious effect, ease of use, compactness. Therefore, fabric products are indispensable in travel, airplanes, trains; when express recovery is needed: before an important event, a triumph.

Top of the best fabric masks according to professional cosmetologists in the middle price segment.

• Pureness by Tony Moly - placental lethal force against wrinkles from a Korean company, it fights aging well, gives elasticity, youth to the face, the lifting effect is significant.
• Royal Jelly by Steblanc - contains royal jelly, panthenol, aloe, nourishes, destroys wrinkles, brightens, improves elasticity, is suitable for sensitive skin; ideal for winter, effective against dryness and peeling.
• Pearl Essence Mask by Beauty Friends - contains pearl extract, smoothes the dermis, cools, relieves swelling, removes inflammation, an excellent remedy for the morning.
• Hyaluronic Acid Ampoule by Holika Holika - anti-aging agent with hyaluron and bamboo, perfectly moisturizes, promotes the production of elastin, it is enough to use once in 7 days.
• Gold Essence by Japan Gals - Japanese product containing gold, vitamins, arbutin; provides anti-aging effect, a weekly course is recommended.
• Skinlite - tonic product with green tea, phytocollagen, extracts of plants; natural remedy to improve skin condition.

• Animal Mask Red Ginseng by Berrisom - moisturizer with ginseng, perfectly restores dehydrated, dry dermis.
• Mineral Powder Mask by The Skin House - a cleansing mask, perfectly fights acne, acne, blackheads, restrains the work of sebaceous glands, absorbs, removes inflammatory nuances.
• SHARY - Korean ampoule, actively moisturizing, containing serum hyaluron.
• East skin - a product with snail mucin, which perfectly nourishes the skin and does not require rinsing.
• Japan gals - Japanese remedy, a seven-day course is supposed, after which the skin looks renewed and radiant.
• Artistry Hydra-V - superhumidification, which is declared by the manufacturer, is achieved after a course of 5 days.

See how to use fabric masks properly in the next video.