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There are lots of natural facial masks available; knowing how to use a great herbal facial mask will keep your skin healthy. This step-by-step guide will help you prepare your skin, make the mask, and finish the process.
Steps
- Start the process by choosing the herbal facial mask you want to use. Get a clean wash cloth, a natural facial cleanser, a small dish, and a teaspoon to mix the herbal facial mask with.
- Prepare your skin by washing your face and neck up to the neck line with your favorite facial cleanser; then pat your face dry.
- Prepare the herbal facial mask. Many facial masks will have specific directions (e.g. mix 1-2 teaspoons of powdered herbs with equal amounts of water or yogurt in the small dish). Don't use both water and yogurt together but try each to determine which one you like best. The end result should be a nice consistent paste.
- Apply the herbal facial mask to your face and neck, covering as much as you can around your eyes and up to the hair-line (warning: don't get it in your eyes though). Gently massage the paste around and then dab it to ensure the paste is spread evenly.
- Relax by sitting, lying down, or standing (whichever you like), and feel the rejuvenation occur. Many of the herbs will make your skin feel tingly from the increased circulation and balancing of your pH levels. Leave the mask on for 20 minutes (or follow the instructions on the back of the box).
- Gently wash the mask off by splashing water on your face and using the washcloth to pat off the remainder of the mask.
- Choose you favorite facial moisturizer or toner and apply when your face is dry.
Warnings
- If you have been using other products like Retin-A, products that contain alpha hydroxy acid, or any other product which may have dried out or damaged your skin, it is recommended that you stop their use to restore the natural balance to your skin. However, consult your doctor before stopping the use of a prescription.
- Because herbal facial masks remove many impurities, you may experience initial breaking out of the skin, which only indicates the detoxification of your skin.
- Using any skincare products may cause an allergic reaction, so test a small amount on your inside elbow first.
- Do not apply the mask too near the eyes; leave a clear area around them. If the mask goes into your eyes, simply wash it all off. Wasting one mask is better than damaging your eyes, perhaps severely.
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