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Face Masks

How to use a Mask

Masks are fun to use and can help clean pores, absorb oils, and give the skin a radiant glow.

  1. Wash your face. Always wash face in upward, circular motions. Always do to your neck whatever you do to your face. After washing face, remove residue with a wet cloth and splash thirteen times. Masks work best when they’re applied to clean, dry skin.
  2. Follow directions.  Don’t keep a mask on longer than suggested.  Not keeping it on long enough will be a waste of money and time.
  3. Rinse your face thoroughly with warm water after removing your mask.
  4. Follow up with your favorite toner or freshener, and then apply your moisturizer or night treatment.

Choosing a face mask:

Those of you with a normal skin, can go for a mask, once a week. For oily skin, two to three times a week is a great way to keep oil and breakouts at bay. If you have dry skin, a hydrating mask once a week can really help, but keep the deep cleansing varieties for once-a-month treatments.

AVOCADO AND HONEY NOURISHING MASK

A good feed for dry, ageing skin.

Preparation & Application:

Mash the avocado very thoroughly with a fork, then stir in the remaining ingredients.  Apply quite thickly to the face and leave on for at least 10 minutes.  Wipe off with a dry muslin cloth, then rinse the cloth in warm water to remove the rest of the mask.

After such a rich mask, it is a good idea to refresh your skin with a toner, such as a rosewater toner.

CUCUMBER AND CLAY TONIC

A good tonic for normal-to-oily skin.

Mix all the ingredients in a blender until smooth.  If a little watery, add another 1-2 teaspoons of clay.

TURMERIC AND EGG FEED

A luxurious facial feed for tired and dry-to-normal skin.

Whisk the egg yolk and then add the remaining ingredients.  This mask is easy to apply but rather sticky, so sponge off carefully and it will leave your skin beautifully smooth

EGG FIRMING MASK

This mask can take years off your face – for an evening !

Lightly whip the egg white until white and bubbly but not stiff.  Thoroughly mix in the kelp powder geranium essence.  Smooth thinly over the face and wait for it to dry thoroughly before wiping, then rinsing, it off.

FULLER’S EARTH FACIAL MASK

Suitable for all skin types.

Mix the ingredients thoroughly then apply with a natural bristle beauty brush.  If you are using rosewater, keep the mask moist with thin slices of peeled cucumber.  Leave for 10 minutes then remove with warm rosewater.  Pat dry with a fine – textured towel.

Additional Homemade Facials

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