ALGINATE FACE MASK: HOW TO APPLY ON THE SKIN, REVIEWS

Alginate facial masks, which relieve tension in muscles, have a pronounced and, importantly, long-lasting lifting effect, smooth wrinkles and also moisturize skin

Previously, these tools were available only in beauty salons, but now you can buy them for self-use at home, and this rejuvenation will cost much less.

Alginate mask - what is it, the effect on the skin

Initially, the alginate mask was formed as a result of the accidental discovery of a side effect during the extraction of iodine from seaweed, namely, experiments on this part. Alginate became a by-product of such actions, which, as it turned out, was absolutely safe for human health and still has a rejuvenating effect.

But first, alginates began to be used in medicine to create drugs for stomach pain and heartburn, and then the food industry joined in, creating thickeners or stabilizers based on them. Then cosmetologists successfully entered the business.

Such a mask is a special powder from which that very effective composition is prepared for application to the face. Today, the powder contains not only algae, but also such active substances as hyaluronic acid, plant extracts, vitamins, oils, etc.

When water is added, the mass turns into a gel-like one, due to which it is convenient to apply it on the skin. Release such varieties:

Collagenic - in addition to alginate, these masks contain collagen molecules and other substances that activate the regeneration of connective tissue fibers;
Fortified - added vitamins to the alginate, making the masks suitable for eliminating the effects of photoaging and reducing pigmentation;
Herbal - contain plant extracts (chamomile extract, aloe extract, etc.) and are universal in solving a variety of skin problems;
Chitosan - suitable for the most dry skin, as they have enhanced moisturizing properties, as well as after improper cosmetic care.

In general, the effect of alginate masks on the skin is about the same, and it looks like this:

The powerful drainage, moistening and tightening effect. The balanced composition has a regenerating, nourishing and rejuvenating effect, while the concentration of salts provides anti-edema effect and mild detox;
Purifying effect. The swollen granules are covered with micropores, which contributes to the absorption of various substances from the surface and from the thickness of the skin;
Normalization of water metabolism, as a result of which dry skin is moistened, oily skin is dried, and the contents of existing comedones are dissolved and removed;
Activation of the synthesis of its own hyaluronic acid, as a result of which the lifting is long-term, and is largely supported by the organism itself;
Stimulation of cellular respiration, which makes the face fresher and more rested.

Additional active ingredients in the mask allow you to achieve other effects - sedative, anti-inflammatory, anti-couperose, lightening action. For each problem, a special alginate mask can be found that will definitely help.

To whom masks are recommended, how often to do them

Due to its many beneficial properties, alginate masks are considered almost universal. They are suitable for all women who are faced with the first signs of skin aging, as well as those who are trying to prevent these skin processes.

It is enough to use such means 1-2 times a week to observe a pronounced effect, although it will fully reveal after 6 or even 10 applications in a row. And even a single procedure will lead to noticeable positive results, since alginate masks, in principle, relate to express methods for improving appearance.

Selecting such a tool, do not forget about the features of their skin. If it is oily, it will be best if tea tree oil is included in the alginate mask, and in case of sensitive skin prone to couperosis, masks with vitamin C are suitable. For dry or even just dry skin, you need masks with giauluronic acid.

The best alginate face masks: types

Today, many cosmetic brands on the market represent their alginate masks, of which it is very difficult to choose, but there are several main brands:

Korean brand Anskin. These masks are best suited for use at home, but mostly they are designed specifically for the first signs of aging. In the line of 9 types of masks with different actions.
Faberlik. Despite the network character of the brand, its alginate masks are mainly used in salons, although they are also available for independent use. One of the most popular means here is a refreshing mask with a lifting effect.
Belita. Line of Belarusian masks with collagen, giving a good lifting effect.
Japanese brand Teana. Quite expensive, but very effective masks, the result of which largely depends on the fact that the main substance is extracted in Japan.

You can buy such tools in pharmacies, just in cosmetic stores, and more in online stores. Their cost will depend not only on the brand, but also on the amount of funds.

So, Korean masks can be bought from 400 rubles for a package, which is enough for several times. Alginate remedy Faberlik costs 149 rubles (single use. Belarusian costs from 400 rubles for a package of 240 grams. Japanese alginate products can be bought for an average of 180 rubles for a package of 30 grams. - for one-time use.

How to make an alginate mask at home

To get all the necessary effect of alginate mask, it must be properly diluted and applied to the face. Usually, the algorithm of all actions is indicated on the package, but in general, such an algorithm for home facial care is as follows:

Cleanse the skin with a cleanser and steam a little with a hot towel;
Treat the skin with a tonic and apply any serum or emulsion that is suitable for solving existing problems. In a pinch, maybe a cream. You should also grease your eyebrows and eyelashes with a thick cream, protecting them from sticking;
Prepare a mask by mixing 30 grams. powder (in large packs there is a measuring spoon) with clean water at room temperature in a ratio of 1 to 3, unless a different ratio is indicated on the package. Thoroughly mix with a spatula for 2 minutes;
Put a hat or kerchief on your head, lie down and put the mixture in such a position with quick movements in the center-periphery direction until the composition is frozen. Lastly, the mass should be applied to the eye area, squeezing them tight;
5 minutes after application, lubricate the edges of the mask with any cream, which will facilitate its removal from the face. To sustain for 20-25 minutes, while well relaxing;
Carefully detach the mask along the contour, pick up the edges and slowly remove from the bottom up. A real alginate mask will be removed intact;
Remove the remnants of the mixture on the face with a cotton pad dipped in tonic or warm water. Apply the usual face cream and, if necessary, makeup - it can be immediately.

Alginate Mask Variations

If you have a great desire and free time, you can make a mask yourself, by purchasing in a pharmacy sodium alginate - powder, which is the basis for all purchased masks. It will be possible to add useful components to it at your discretion - for example, dilute the powder not with water, but with chamomile decoction or add glycerin to the composition, which is especially recommended during the off-season and during peeling.

The basic recipe for an alginate mask, which can be done completely with your own hands: mix 2 gr. sodium alginate with 2 tbsp. spoons of clean water at room temperature or mineral water, simultaneously mixing in another dish 10 gr. clay with 2 tbsp. spoons of water or milk.

Combine the masses together, add to them an ampoule of 10% calcium chloride solution and a couple of drops of aloe juice, flax extract, or 3 capsules of liquid vitamin E.

Contraindications, complications and side effects

The alginate mask is a universal remedy that has practically no contraindications to itself, unless, of course, we are not talking about allergy to algae or to other active ingredients that make up the product. But still you should not use it in case of severe irritation on the skin or extensive acne.

Another contraindication is the presence of cancer.

No side effects from the use of these funds are observed, and complications are possible only if there is hypersensitivity to one of the main components of this remedy.

Reviews of beauticians and women

Beauticians and their clients speak of this procedure in a very positive way:

My experience in cosmetology is almost 7 years. I believe that for the professional sphere, alginate mixtures are simply a find and good support in general, because their effect is noticeable immediately, and customers do not need to prove anything - they see everything themselves.

I got used to doing such masks to my clients immediately after mesotherapy. Very refreshing, moisturizing, immediately tightens. No one has yet left me disappointed.

At first, I made such a mask at the beautician and just fell in love with her - the sensations are just awesome. Now I do it a couple of times a week on my own, the main thing is to buy the right product. Fakes, unfortunately, enough today. But you can find.

I bought an alginate mask from the catalog, just try it. But in the end I got hooked on them!

I don’t know, I didn’t notice a special effect, although I seemed to be doing everything right. Or maybe my skin is just still in a good condition itself, so miracles happened to it. So while I postpone alginate masks for the future, it may also come in handy. The face was nice.

In the next video - some more subtleties of applying alginate masks.