So what are the alginates?
Alginates is a salt of alginic acid, obtained from several varieties of marine algae (usually brown).
Initially, alginate masks are a dry powder, which is further diluted with water. Alginates combine a large number of water molecules, resulting in a gel-like substance containing vitamins, proteins, and mineral elements.
The action of the supernatant masks
Alginate weasel have a wide range of positive properties provided to the face:
lifting effect;
moisturizing effect;
anti-inflammatory effect;
narrowing of pores;
gradual resolution of pigmentation spots, post-acne;
improvement of skin color;
prevention of skin aging.
Advantages of suppositories
Alginate needles can be used for any type of skin. In doing so, they are a good conductor for directional action: anti-aging, lifting, moisturizing, nourishing, anti-inflammatory. These drugs can be applied under the mask, and by increasing the flow of blood and oxygen, useful substances begin to penetrate better into the layers of the skin.
The alginate mask is also a great express agent for giving the skin a healthy and tidy appearance, since the lifting effect is retained for the next two days. Therefore, if by the evening you need to look good - the alginate mask will be able to cope with the task.
Home treatment or salon?
Alginate masks are used as in the salons, as a rule, they are also offered various professional cosmetic cocktails, and at home.
Powder for alginate masoksvobno sold in beauty shops and pharmacies. In case of home use, pay special attention to the substances that will be applied under the mask. Try not to save on them, because it depends on the receipt of the shortest and best result.
Procession of alginate mask
Before applying the mask, it is necessary to cleanse the skin, removing make-up and dirt from the skin.
The powder mixture, which should become an alginate mask, is diluted with water in a ratio of 1: 1 or special solvents, in this case the proportion will be 3: 1. The mask mask should resemble sour cream, do not spread and be without lumps.
If necessary, a chosen tool is applied to the sub-mask, aimed at solving skin problems. After the medication has absorbed, the mask turns on. It is put in a thick layer and left for 30 minutes. During hardening, the mask can tighten the skin, but no unpleasant, and even more painful, sensations should not arise.
After solidification, the mask is converted into a viscous, rubber-like mass. The mask is removed by one movement, from the chin to the forehead.
Do not forget that the alginate mask can be used not only on the face, but also in those areas that require a lifting and moisturizing effect: neck, chest, décolletage.
Subsequent withdrawal by the litter
After the mask is removed, the skin of the face needs to be wiped with tonic or lotion and apply a soothing cream, serum, etc.
After the procedure, the facial skin looks rested and fresher. However, in order to obtain a longer effect, it is necessary to undergo a course of alginate masks, the number of procedures can reach from 5 to 15 pieces, it all depends on the tasks that need to be solved with alginate masks.