[contents] When meeting or just meeting, first of all, people pay attention to the face. That is why most people pay a lot of attention to their facial skin.
With special trepidation, girls apply all kinds of masks so that there are no wrinkles, a natural blush appears, or so that the hated blackheads finally disappear. As soon as these unpleasant rashes appear, people try to get rid of them instantly.
In this case, black mask comes in handy, which effectively fights against black dots.
Composition and components of the black mask
Black Mask contains only natural ingredients, thanks to which its use is very popular among a large number of the fair sex.
The store version of the black mask contains the following components:
- Bamboo activated carbon. This ingredient is the main ingredient in the Black Mask, it contains vitamins necessary for the skin and helps to remove blackheads. It is thanks to this component that the mask has a black appearance.
- Glycerol... This component promotes the penetration of moisture into the epidermis. Due to the fact that it does not cause allergies, this type of mask is suitable for almost everyone. Glycerin is completely harmless and can be applied to any type of skin.
- Propylene glycol... This ingredient makes the dermis more hydrated and at the same time acts as a solvent. Propylene glycol is excreted from the body incredibly quickly, which is why it is increasingly used as a food additive in food.
- Squalane... Another natural ingredient, it is extracted from olive oils. Squalane is very beneficial for the skin, it gives it youth and elasticity. It also prevents moisture from evaporating from the surface of the skin.
- Polyvinyl alcohol... Has protective functions of the dermis, cleanses the skin of the face from dead particles.
Not everyone has these ingredients at home, however, they can be easily replaced with simpler ones that are found in every home, and they perfectly perform the same function.
Activated carbon will replace the bamboo and glycerin found in store-bought masks.
- Activated carbon. This is a common pharmacy product that has an absorbent effect, picks up all the dirt, soothes the skin and reduces acne. Perfectly replaces the functions of bamboo charcoal and glycerin in the store version of the mask, only much cheaper.
- Gelatin... Nourishes the skin, reduces the formation of wrinkles, slightly whitens the skin.
There are quite a number of black masks, they are all good in their own way, but different variations can affect a certain type of skin in different ways.
In recipes for making black masks at home, one of the ingredients must be present: clay, mud or coal.
But each additional component has its own specific properties, so a person must independently choose which of the recipes suits him best.
Clay Black Mask can be with:
- vinegar;
- mint;
- calendula;
- honey and aloe.
Activated Carbon Black Mask can be with:
- gelatin;
- rose water;
- yogurt;
- aloe.
Black Mud Mask can be with:
- sea buckthorn;
- milk;
- medicinal herbs.
Black mask recipes
Making black mask at home is not difficult at all, all the ingredients for the recipe are in almost every home.
It is important to note that homemade masks do not differ in quality from expensive branded products. It is quite simple to prepare such a composition; certain skills are not required.
Black Mask made of clay with honey and aloe
For preparation, mix in one container:
- black clay - 1 tbsp. l .;
- applesauce - 1 tsp;
- aloe plant juice - 1 tbsp. l .;
- melted honey (liquid) - 3 tbsp. l.
Black clay is an inexpensive remedy that can be purchased at any local drugstore. You must take 1 tbsp. l. clay (about 30 g) and stir with applesauce, aloe juice and honey.
Note! If honey is too thick, it can be melted in a microwave oven or in a water bath, it should have a liquid consistency.
Clay Black Mask with Vinegar
This recipe mixes 1 tbsp. l. black clay with a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and 1-2 drops of tea tree essential oil.
Caution! It is necessary to use apple cider vinegar, otherwise, you may not transform the skin of the face, but, on the contrary, spoil it.
Classic Black Mask of Activated Carbon
To prepare a classic black mask at home, you need to take 4 tablets of regular activated carbon (sold in pharmacies) and grind it into powder. Then mix it with water (water temperature should be about 25 degrees) and stir until a thick gruel is formed. This recipe is best used on the T-shaped zone first.
Black Mask made of activated carbon with gelatin
It is necessary to grind 1 tablet of activated carbon and add 1 tsp to it. gelatin, as well as 2 tsp. cold milk. Mix all the ingredients well, and then put the mixture in the microwave for 15 seconds, stir again and leave to cool completely.
Black Mask made of mud with sea buckthorn
To prepare this mask, you need to go to the pharmacy and get: mud powder, chamomile and sea buckthorn oil. All ingredients must be mixed in equal proportions, for one mask it is enough to take all the components 1 tsp each.
Black Mask made of mud with milk
You need to take 50 g of milk, heat it to about 50 degrees and stir with 2 tbsp. l. mud powder, mix until smooth.
The most effective recipe for making a black mask at home is a mixture of activated carbon and clay. Together, these two tools will mercilessly destroy blackheads.
To prepare it, you must do the following:
- Crush 1 tablet of activated carbon into powder.
- Take 15 g of clay and mix it with charcoal.
- Add 10-15 g of water and stir until a homogeneous thick mass is obtained.
- Apply the mask according to all requirements.
Step-by-step instructions for applying the Black mask
It is not enough just to know the recipe for making a black mask at home, you also need to be able to apply it correctly in order to get the desired positive result.
Also, before applying the mask, it is recommended to steam the skin. To do this, you need to take a pan of hot water, throw chamomile in there and hold your face above the water for several minutes.
Before applying the black mask, be sure to prepare the skin
Step 1. How to apply the mask
It is necessary to apply the ready-made mixture all over the face, but at the same time it is necessary to avoid getting the mask on the lips and the area around the eyes.
It is also not recommended to apply it to areas where there is hair. The black mask layer should be thick enough to achieve the best result.
It is necessary to apply the mask with hammering movements using a special brush or sponge... The application procedure should start from the nose, then it is recommended to apply the mixture to the chin, and from it it is necessary to go up.
When the Black Mask starts to dry a little, you can apply another layer, in this case, it will dry longer, but the end result will be better.
Step 2. How much to keep the mask on the face
After applying the mask, it should be kept on the face for about 20 minutes. However, it should be borne in mind that this time may vary slightly. After all, each person can apply a layer of the mask in different ways, and the time spent on the face can increase if the room has high humidity.
You also need to understand that depending on the recipe for making a black mask at home, the time may also vary. For example, this mud cosmetic with sea buckthorn will dry a little longer than with charcoal and gelatin.
Step 3. How best to remove the mask
From the bottom, unhook a piece of the mask from the skin and continue to remove it, moving gradually upward. Next, you need to remove it up, while holding the skin with your fingers. This procedure should be done very carefully, haste can lead to unpleasant consequences - skin damage.
The black mask must be removed carefully so as not to damage the skin.
The mask must be washed off with warm running water. You need to wash your face very thoroughly so that no marks remain on the skin.
Step 4. How to enhance the effect of the Black Mask
After taking all the steps, it is recommended to treat your face with a special cleansing lotion that will improve the effect of the black mask. However, all recipes for making masks at home are quite effective, so there is no special need to somehow enhance their effect.
How to take care of your skin for the first time
To make the skin soft and pleasant, after this mask, you can apply a nourishing or moisturizing cream, it will saturate the skin with the necessary elements that are necessary after this cosmetic product.
To narrow the pores, you can also use the folk method. A good result can be obtained by making an egg and lemon mask.
You need to take one egg and separate the white from the yolk. In the recipe for this mask, the yolk is not needed, it can be used for other purposes. The protein should be mixed well with a tablespoon of lemon juice. Apply the resulting mixture on the face and wait until the mask is completely dry. Wash off the mask with cold running water.
It is important to know! After the mixture of protein and lemon juice has been applied, you cannot go outside for several hours, otherwise the effect of the procedure will not occur.
This tool has a very strong effect against removing blackheads, so nothing else is needed except for a mixture of lemon and protein.
How often can the mask be applied?
At home, you can use black mask 2 times a week, but if the girl has dry skin - 1 time, regardless of the recipe chosen.
It is prohibited to use a mask if there are:
- rosacea;
- a lot of acne and blackheads;
- inflammation on the face;
- there are scratches, wounds;
- there is an allergy to one of the components.
Opinions and reviews of dermatologists and cosmetologists
All professionals in cosmetology and dermatology note that Black Mask is a very good product, since it contains only natural ingredients. Its use is possible for any age category and is an effective tool in the fight against blackheads.
In this video you can see the effect of the mask before and after the procedure, as well as see the Black Mask recipe at home:
This video tutorial presents a unique homemade black mask recipe that will instantly get rid of blackheads:
Below in the video you can see the black mask recipe at home and cook it yourself: