Every cosmetologist will say that it is useful to use steaming masks before facial cleansing. The mask expands the pores, making them more accessible to cleansing preparations, as a result it is possible to more intensively and deeply cleanse the epidermis of dirt and fat accumulations.
Steaming products are simple and easy to use; you can make them yourself, or you can use store-bought ones.
Warming face mask: benefits
A heating mask has a steaming effect: the pores expand, which allows toxins to better escape through them, and also increases the penetration of nutrients into the deepest layers of the dermis.
A warming face mask improves blood flow to the epidermal layer, which also affects oxygen transfer.
In addition, this mask helps:
- increased skin tone;
- improvement and acceleration of metabolism between cells;
- the functioning of the sebaceous glands returns to normal;
- peeling of the skin disappears;
- complexion is normalized, acquiring a healthy shade;
- disappearance of rashes on oily skin;
- cleansing clogged pores.
The entire beneficial effect of the mask is possible thanks to its composition, which prepares the face for subsequent cleansing. It is recommended to use the product for aging or problematic skin, but it is also not contraindicated for dry and normal skin.
Mechanism of action
Due to the active components, the pores expand, blood flows in, and the mechanisms for renewing the cellular composition are activated. The masks contain components that create a thermal effect: extract, plant oil, minerals, chemical elements, compositions. It is after such steaming that film masks and other cleansing products work better.
They have a gentle, safe effect on the face, helping:
- remove toxins;
- remove comedones;
- maintain tone;
- tighten deep expression wrinkles;
- rejuvenate;
- even out facial tone.
A mask is the simplest and safest product. Belongs to the category “thermal care cosmetics”.
How to use masks correctly?
The warming face mask must be used correctly, then the effect will be worthy. This type of product can be purchased at a pharmacy or cosmetic store, but masks prepared at home are much cheaper and healthier for the skin.
Well, the use of such a tool must be carried out in compliance with the rules:
- The frequency of use should not be more than once every 7-10 days.
- Before applying the mask, you should not additionally steam your face. Overheating can lead to the appearance of spider veins.
- The mask is strictly prohibited for use by people with fever, high blood pressure and poor circulation.
- The mask should be at an acceptable temperature and in no case scalding. Otherwise, burns cannot be avoided.
- In individual cases, a warming agent can provoke allergies. The reaction to it needs to be checked on the wrist.
- The mask is also distributed according to the rules: a small amount of the product is applied to the forehead, and then the substance is distributed along massage lines throughout the face, avoiding the area around the eyes and mouth.
- Keep the mask on your face for no more than 20 minutes.
- Wash off the substance with warm, not hot water. Apply a soft scrub, and finally lubricate the skin with a nourishing cream.
Reviews of the warming face mask
The heating mask is used by many girls and women. And most of them appreciated the effectiveness of this product, which is why they left a lot of positive reviews about it.
Older women noted a rejuvenating effect on the skin. It was found that the mask smoothes out fine wrinkles, refreshes the complexion, and gives softness and elasticity to the skin.
Young girls confirmed that after using the mask, pores are cleaned, pimples and blackheads disappear, and inflammation goes away. The main thing is not to limit yourself to just one application.
What are they needed for?
A competent specialist working in a cosmetology salon will understand your problem and offer an individual scheme based on the condition of your skin. Its goal is to give your skin a visual effect, improve its condition, work on improving its tone, enrich it with nutrients and moisturize it.
Before starting peeling, massage, procedures for moisturizing and enriching the dermis with vitamins, preliminary cleaning is carried out. All actions of the specialist are aimed at facial rejuvenation.
Recipes for masks used before cleaning
As already mentioned, using a warming face mask before cleansing is very effective. Beneficial components from other products will be able to penetrate deeper into the dermal layers, significantly improving the condition of the skin.
Next, we present several recipes for warming masks to cleanse pores:
- A tablespoon of oatmeal, 1 tsp. soda is poured into 50 ml of hot milk and left to infuse. The prepared paste (should be moderately hot) is applied to the face and left for half an hour. After this, wash off with water. This mask is suitable for oily and combination skin types.
- This type of mask is suitable for aging skin: 10 drops of avocado oil are mixed with 2 drops of grape oil or rose oil and heated in a water bath for 10 minutes. Then remove, cool slightly and spread over your face with your fingertips. Cover the top with cling film with holes pre-cut in it for the eyes, nose and mouth. Leave for 20 minutes and wash off with a light soap solution or washing gel. A slight tingling sensation as a result of holding the mask is normal.
Masks for oily skin
Oily and combination skin especially needs a cosmetic session such as using a warming face mask. After all, such skin is more susceptible to various problems, be it acne, inflammation, blackheads, enlarged pores, etc. And all these and other cosmetic flaws can be solved with the help of homemade warming masks:
- Mix the following components: a tablespoon of peppermint and thyme, 400 ml of clean water. Place on the stove and cook for 25 minutes. Then it is filtered and a decoction is obtained. Cool it a little and add 5 drops of lemon juice, 50 ml of low-fat cream and a tablespoon of rock salt. Mix everything until the salt dissolves. Then take a cloth napkin. Soak it in the decoction and apply it to the face. Leave for 15 minutes and then rinse your face with cool water.
- Juice is extracted from 1 fresh cucumber. Add 1 tbsp to it. l. zinc ointment and 2 tsp. white cosmetic clay. Mix everything until the consistency of sour cream is obtained. Apply this product to the face, avoiding the eye and mouth area. Leave for 15 minutes. Afterwards, wash off the mask with water and apply moisturizer.
Masks for dry skin
A warming face mask for dry skin will moisturize, soften, increase elasticity and cleanse pores.
- 2 egg yolks are mixed with 2 tablespoons of liquid honey, heated in a water bath for 10 minutes. After this, apply the mask to the face, making sure that the product does not burn. Leave for 20 minutes and then wash off with water.
- Mix a tablespoon of dry oatmeal, glycerin and liquid honey and heat in a water bath for 10 minutes. Distribute the product over the face, leave for 20 minutes, and then rinse with warm water.
Features of application to the skin
Cosmetologists distinguish several types of warm masses for cleansing:
- Warming mixtures. They contain burning components that, when reacting with other products, have a warming effect. These include: dry mustard, pepper essential oils, baking soda or rock salt.
- The fabric version involves the use of a thin napkin with ready-made slits for the eyes and mouth. It is dipped into a pre-prepared composition and distributed over the skin of the face. During the entire procedure, the tissue is moistened 4 to 7 times, as it cools quickly. To preserve heat, it is recommended to wrap your face in polyethylene and a terry towel.
- Steam cleansing is an analogue of the proven old method of treating cough. To do this, add the main components to hot water, then wrap them in a blanket or large towel and sit, inhaling a pleasant aroma.
Masks for normal skin
The following will be useful:
- Potato mask helps rejuvenate and relieve fatigue. It’s prepared like this: boil 1 medium potato in its jacket. Clean it, knead it and mix it with milk to form a puree. Then spread it over the face, leave for 15 minutes, and then rinse with water and apply cream.
- A decoction is prepared from chamomile flowers and linden inflorescences. Strain it, cool it a little, soak gauze in it and apply it to your face. Leave for 20 minutes and then rinse your face with warm water.
Such masks have a “rejuvenating” effect, relieve fatigue, restore skin tone and even out complexion. Their use is recommended for aging skin.
Review of purchased products
Garnier SkinActive, created on the basis of abrasive particles of volcanic rock, steams the face well at home, helping to remove blackheads, dries and relieves inflammation, removes pimples and acne. That is, the mask fights all the problems inherent in oily skin. The cost of 1 sachet of warming face cleansing mask with a volume of 8 ml is only 60 rubles.
Organic Shop Organic Kitchen “Facial bath 50 °C”. A mask with a warming effect is suitable for any skin type, especially for porous and uneven skin. The composition, enriched with natural ingredients, helps to cleanse the dermis in its deepest layers, relieve inflammation and redness, improve microcirculation of tissues and cells, and give a healthy tone to the skin. The composition contains: lavender extract, chamomile and tea tree oil.
Eveline Cosmetics “Rejuvenating and cleansing steaming mask.” It is suitable for all skin types, except those that are highly sensitive and have a capillary network on the surface of the face. The product contains natural clay, chamomile oil and green tea extract. Gentle use of the product leads to the following results: smooth and shiny skin, cleansed pores, normal amount of sebum produced, relief of inflammation.
All products are suitable for use once a week. The effect is visible after the first use. It is not recommended to apply such masks more than once a week.
Types of skincare procedures
Facial care is comprehensive. The patient goes through several stages from preparation to results. The whole scenario can be divided into three stages:
1. Preparing the skin for procedures.
2. Receiving the main service.
3. Recovery period.
Before offering a client this or that service, a cosmetologist must explain the essence of care procedures, their “pros” and “cons,” how they work and what effect they will give in the end.
Peeling
Peeling is a professional salon skin care procedure. This is not a superficial, but a serious, in-depth cosmetology service. Cleaning of the dermis is carried out by several types of peelings. The purpose of the procedure is to remove the first wrinkles and relieve inflammation. The purpose of peeling is to rejuvenate. Procedures are divided into deep, superficial, and medium. During the care process, the surface layer of the dermis with dead particles is removed and further restoration follows.
Types of peelings:
- mechanical – the skin is cleansed with soft brushes and sponges;
- physical – laser or ultrasound is used to remove particles of the epidermis;
- chemical - the upper layers of the skin are removed with weak solutions of organic acids (lactic, fruit, etc.).
The effect after the procedure occurs quickly, the healthy condition of the skin becomes noticeable. It becomes smooth and velvety. The face looks young and renewed.
Cleaning
The face should be clean and breathe through all pores. But as a result of pollution, black spots, acne formations, and redness form on the face, which prevents the skin from functioning fully. This is the first signal that you need to contact a beauty specialist. If the cleaning is carried out by a responsible specialist, this is a guarantee of high efficiency and long-lasting results. Cleaning is a win-win procedure with no health risks. It solves many cosmetic problems and eliminates several types of impurities at the same time. Cleaning by an experienced cosmetologist has the following effect:
- reduces high sebum production;
- normalizes metabolic mechanisms;
- eliminates acne;
- tightens pores;
- promotes a healthy complexion;
- activates the skin's ability to absorb nutritional components.
At the same time, all risks to the patient’s health are minimized and there will be no negative effects. A high effect is achieved by using ultrasonic, laser, mechanical cleaning and a complex of these measures.
Massage
The massage shows a high visual result. Professional care cannot be imagined without this service. How does massage affect the face?
- forms smooth facial geometry;
- removes double chin;
- gives a healthy color to the skin.
Patients love this procedure because it is comfortable, helps them relax and gets the desired effect.
Masks
It is necessary to use masks to enrich the facial skin with nutrients. The choice of product should be approached individually, taking into account the characteristics of the skin and what you want to get in the end. The beauty industry has a huge selection of different masks. Thanks to them, the face acquires a youthful glow and a healthy shade.
The field of cosmetology today can offer options for care procedures for men and women, for every budget, taste and needs.
