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Everything You Need to Know About Using Face Masks

Best face masks for skin

Should you wear one, which one and how often ??

Our experts have the answers ....

A facial mask is great to add into your home skincare regime to give your skin that added boost.
Not only do they offer instant results, but also the feeling of being pampered like you're at a spa from the comfort of your own home.
 
The right face mask can help hydrate skin, remove excess oils and impurities,help improve the appearance of your pores and give your skin that glow.
 

Which one is best for my skin concern or skin type?

Refining 

If you suffer with oily, congested & acne prone skin then a clay or charcoal mask woud be best.
Charcoal & clay ingredients help decongest pores, lift impurities, and help remove excess oils.
 
Our Clay & Charcoal masks:
 

Hydrating

If you suffer from dry, dehydrated or dull skin then a hydrating mask would be best.
A hydrating facial masks packed with Hyaluronic acid for a plumper & dewy complexion.
 
Our Hydrating masks:
 
 

Brightening

If you suffer from un even skin tone, age spots & discolouration then a brightening mask would be best.
A brightening facial mask with lightening agents like chromobright, Licorice, Gigawhite, & Alpha-Arbutin to reveal a more even tone.
 
Our skin Brightening masks:
 
 

Anti-ageing 

If you are looking for a potent at home facial mask to target signs of ageing then Retinol is the ingredient for you.
Retinols are well known to fight all signs of ageing from fine lines & wrinkle, sun-damage & skin firmness.
 
Our Anti-ageing masks :
 
Eminence Organic Bamboo Age Corrective Masque ( Natural Retinol Alternative)
 
 

Exfoliating 

An exfoliating mask is great for all skin types. Choose a Enyme mask if you on the more sensitive side. 
AHA's (like glycolic acid, lactic acid, mandlic acid, azalica acid) are great for getting rid of dead skin cells and encouraging new cells to .
The new skin revealed beneath is brighter, smoother and more radiant.
 
Our Exfoliating masks:
 
 

Soothing 

A calming & soothing masks is great for anyone that suffers with redness, irritation or Roscaea.
Packed with antioxidants that are well known for it's anti-infammatory benefits to instantly soothe, calm & nourish the skin.
 
Our Calming facial masks:
 
 

How to Use Face Masks?

- Remove make-up
- Cleanse 
- Apply mask
- Leave on
- Rinse off
- Apply moisturiser 

 

How often?:

It would depend on the type of masks, but I would say once a week (always read instructions and go by the directions advised)
 
 

Expert Tips: 

- Exfoliate prior to applying masks, as it can help your mask penetrate better (not exfoliating masks - AHA's or Retinol based)
- Put it in the fridge for a few hours before applying, especially sheet masks 
- With some hydrating masks  it is nice to leave on over night and wash it off in the morning 
 
 
 
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