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Skin care regime to follow for blemish free skin>
types usually contain ingredients such as KAOLIN which will help excessive oil from the skin surface.It may help tighten the skin and improve circulation to the skin.This type of mask is supposed to DRY OUT when left on and is then washed off after the prescribed time.It is the drying action that provides the skin tightening property and of improving blood circulation in the skin.The tightening action also helps to temporarily reduce the size of large skin PORES,leading to a glowing,smooth and refreshed complexion.
These types often contain Talc,Kaolin,Seaweed,Herbal extracts,Fruit and vegetable extracts,Oat flour,Clay and Oatmeal.Essential oils (which are not really OILS in the real sense of the word) are often added to aid moisturization of the skin.They are generally free of other oil based products such as liquid paraffin which is widely used in cosmetic products.
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DRY AND SENSITIVE SKIN types are meant to condition, moisturize the skin and remove any flakes of dead skin on the surface.These come in a CREAMY consistency and usually remain SOFT and MOIST throughout the time they are left on the skin.They are often enriched with conditioning agents such as Vitamin E,natural essential oils,essential fatty acids,starflower oil,Avocado oil or evening primrose oil.
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MATURE,DULL SKIN and THIN SKIN types help to tighten the skin and provide a glow to the complexion.Masks for this skin type are formulated to stimulate blood circulation to the skin and gently exfoliate to provide a glow to the skin.They resemble those for dry skin in their consistency(CREAMY or GEL type).They do not usually dry out when left on and can be washed off after 15 to 20 minutes.Those containing essential oils are best for this skin type. back to top
Setting masks
Setting masks are based on clay or earth ingredients which are mixed
with a liquid to form the pasty base.Into this base are added other nourishing,exfoliating,conditioning and antiseptic materials to impart an additional beneficial property.These may include essential oils(Tea tree),herb extracts(Witch Hazel),fruit extracts to take advantage of their mild fruit acids(blueberry, strawberry, papaya, mango, apple, orange, peach, pineapple, cucumber, craneberry, kiwi, avocodo and Aloe vera)back to top
Recipies for face masks and some information on the ingredients used:
1.KAOLIN, which is a white to pale cream powder (also known as China clay) has absorbant and adsorbant properties and is particularly suitable for OILY SKIN and ACNE PRONE skin.
2.FULLERS EARTH POWDER is a grey green powder,similar to KAOLIN,but with slightly stronger absorbent properties.It is also deep cleansing.
3.BENTONITE is a grey to white clay and is used mainly for its THICKENING and ABSORBANT properties.
4.MAGNESIUM CARBONATE is a very light,fluffy white powder.It has a ABSORBANT and TONING effect on the skin and is suitable for masks for NORMAL to DRY SKIN types.
5.SULPHUR is a fine yellow powder and is often used with FULLERS EARTH POWDER for masks intended for OILY SKIN.Sulphur has a mind KERATOLYTIC action and is therefore suitable for ACNE PRONE SKIN.
6.CALAMINE is a pink powder based mainly on Zinc Carbonate and Zinc oxide.It has a SOOTHING action on the skin and is suitable for masks intended for SENSITIVE,MATURE,DELICATE and INFLAMED skin.
7.OATMEAL is obtained from Oats and is excellent for its CLEANSING and CALMING properties.It may be used for masks intended for all skin types.
The above mentioned POWDERS are usually mixed with a LIQUID to obtain the paste.This can be water but is more usually one of the following:
1.ROSEWATER - This is a water made from extract of rose petals and has a soothing and toning action.It is suitable for masks meant for DRY and SENSITIVE skins.
2.WITCH HAZEL has an ASTRINGENT and TONING action on the skin.It is very good for OILY and ACNE PRONE skin.
3.GLYCEROL or GLYCERINE is a substance with “HUMECTANT” properties.This type of material encourages retention of moisture and is used in masks for DRY and MATURE skins to aid MOISTURIZATION.
4.ALMOND OIL and AVOCADO OIL are often used to obtain the creamy,nourishing and soothing consistency necessary for DRY and MATURE skin types.
Simple formulas/recipes to prepare the base for different skin types:
NORMAL SKIN
Kaolin+Rosewater or Witch hazel
DRY SKIN
Oatmeal+Calamine +water or Rosewater
OILY SKIN
Fullers earth powder+Kaolin+Witch hazel
SENSITIVE SKIN
Calamine+Rosewater
ACNE PRONE SKIN
Kaolin+Fullers earth powder+Witch hazel+Essential oils
To this BASE you can add nourishing,exfoliating or anti-bacterial agents to enhance the beneficial properties of the mask.
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HOW TO APPLY A SETTING (WASH OFF) MASK:
Spread the mask paste evenly over the entire face, forehead and neck region(excluding Eyes and mouth). Apply another layer and leave to dry.As the paste dries,the mask will harden and contract.This contracting action action stimulates the blood circulation in the skin and leads to its nourishing and purification.It provides a glowing freshness to the complexion.Masks that have a creamy consistency and meant for dry,mature skin will remain soft.After 15 to 20 minutes on the skin,the mask is washed off and at this stage you may use your fingertips to gently rub the paste on the skin to gently exfoliate and cleanse the skin.back to top
PEEL-OFF MASKS
These masks can be Gel based,Latex masks or Wax masks.They are usually deep cleansing,exfoliating and often medicated with essential oils and are suitable for use on all skin types and may be used on the face,neck,forehead,neck,throat,chest,back and shoulders.
These type of mask is usually based on two main ingredients,one to provide the FILM forming property and the other to impart the STICKYNESS factor.This forms the base for the mask and other agents are added to enhance the properties as in setting masks.
Agents such as TRAGACANTH POWDER,ACACIA POWDER(vegetable gums),plastic resins such as PVP(Polyvinylpyrrolidone),Gelatin,Casein and Cellulose is often used for the stickyness value.PVA(Polyvinyl alcohol)is a resin often used for its FILM forming property so that an easy to peel product is obtained.
The final product base is a GEL consistency and is applied to the ENTIRE face (excluding the eye and mouth area) even though the treatment area may be only around the nose or chin.The gel is applied in TWO coats and allowed to dry. Drying may take from 15 minutes to one hour depending on the formulation and properties of the mask and its constituents.Peel-off masks that are fortified with medication and skin nourishing agents may have to be left on for longer in order to allow time for absorption of the active ingredients into the skin and do their intended job(eg:kill off any bacteria on the skin) and also for a strong,peelable film to form on the skin surface.
The water content of the mask evaporates over time and allows the formation of a thin film over the skin surface. This film shrinks and tightens as it dries. This type of mask is suitable for ALL skin types, including sensitive, dehydrated and mature skin.
Devina`s Choice peel-off face and body mask through its occlusive properties and fortification with suitable essential oils,Witch Hazel and conditioning Vitamin E oil works as a wonderful moisturizing agent as nature intended. It causes the hydration of the skin from WITHIN the deeper layers of the skin by helping to improve the blood circulation in the skin, which leads to the delivery of essential nutrients, oxygen and water to the stratum corneum (the horny layer). For this reason, the mask is suitable for ALL SKIN TYPES. All you need to do is drink plenty of water and let it work from the inside. The moisture will be delivered to the skin from within your body as happens naturally.
In addition to the physical actions of the mask in binding with the dead skin cells,plugs in pores and blackheads, the mask is a unique delivery vehicle for the essential oils with which it is fortified.The mask is designed to deliver its active ingredients(Witch Hazel,Vitamin E, Tea tree oil and other essential oils). As the gel dries,it releases the active essential oils in to the skin. These penetrate into the skin with relative ease at an effective and safe concentration for the required period of time to aid the eradication of skin bacteria,condition and moisturize the skin and reduce any redness within the pores.The plastic film that forms as the mask dries forms an occlusive layer over the skin and enhances the penetration of the essential oils to the site of action for a much better performance than would be achieved by just applying the oils on to the skin.back to top
Add Devina`s choice to your skin care regime
Acne is best treated and prevented by addressing ALL the factors that lead to the formation of lesions. Therefore it is logical to combine treatment with products that address different causative factors(sebum, bacteria, dead skin). The action of each preparation will be ADDITIVE and lead to a more effective and faster result than can be achieved by a single product alone. It is usual to apply one product in the morning and a different one in the evening. However there are also products available that contain TWO of the active agents in the one application. All sufferers want instant results. You can help yourself by using this technique.
Complement, augment and enhance your existing acne treatment by taking advantage of the fact that by adding a product that addresses a different causative factor to your regime will enhance the existing treatment synergistically (An additive action) by producing FASTER and more EFFECTIVE results. Add DEVINA`S CHOICE peel-off face and body mask to your existing medical treatment for acne to enhance its effects. back to top |
