During a professional skin treatment, a facial mask is applied after cleansing, exfoliation and gel or cream massage. After the skin cleansing and massage is completed the professional then applies a face mask depending on the nature of your skin.
Understanding facial mask:
Facial masks can do wonders to a dull and dehydrated skin. Whether your skin is dry or dehydrated or sensitive facial mask are important part of any facial. These masks infuse essential oils and serum to the skin, which is beneficial as they rejuvenate the underlying layers of the skin.
Usually, facial masks are left on for about 10-15 minutes and then you get to see the bright glow on your face. Most of the face masks are made up of rare ingredients like clay, black mud having higher concentration of carbon, aloe vera, algae extracts, sea weed extracts, essential oils and small atomic structure of vitamins.
Since this is a powerful mixture your stressed-out skin comes back to life after the application. After the masking is done, it is important to lock the moisture content of the skin within the layers. Hence, after the ritual is completed, the aesthetician completes the process by applying toner, face serum and water-based moisturizer.
Facials at spa
Facials at spa are different from those in the parlors. One of the striking differences is during the facial at spa the professional stays with you in the room. After the application of the facial mask the professional gives additional services to enhance the experience. It can be head massage, back massage or even scalp massage.
There are few reputed spas which provide custom made facial masks as per the problem of your skin. This customization helps individuals gain glowing skin in very less time. Also, these spas will recommend you after care products to be used at home. With this kind of 360-degree approach, you can get a supple and soft skin in no time.
Types of facial masks
Facial masks are used as per the skin type. Let us check the various types available:
Clay mask for oily skin
Clay or kaolin has been used since ancient times to reduce skin inflammation and to increase the process of sebum absorption from the skin. Clay mixed with activated charcoal absorbs excess oil and pulls out the dirt and impurities from the underlying layers of the skin
Cream or gel mask
Cream or gel mask are used to for dull dehydrated or dry skin. If you skin is dehydrated a rubbery mask with gel infused with essential oils are used which instantly uplifts the skin. Cream masks are common and can be used on normal to dry skin.