Alginate face mask

Facial care rarely goes without a mask that can be used at home or in the office of a beautician. An increasing number of women acquire or prepare masks on their own, taking into account the characteristics of their skin: age, condition, type. Alginate mask is widely known due to its versatility and a wide range of actions, in the first place among which is the anti-aging effect. The mask on the basis of alginate salts is incredibly useful for the skin - it visibly tightens and improves the condition of the dermis, normalizes the metabolic processes and inhibits the processes of fading.

Such a composition is commercially available and often is a brown algae-based powder from which the home care product is prepared. There are alginate gel analogues - ready-made masks that require minimal effort in use.

Alginate facial mask solves many problems of the epidermis - from its withering and aging to the fight against pigmentation, enhanced fatty shine, dryness and flaking. Compounds based on alginates are natural in origin and are widely used in cosmetology, in addition, they are suitable for absolutely any type and condition of the skin.

Alginate mask is based on brown algae, rich in alginate acid and salts, vitamins, and minerals. Only seaweed contains this unique component - it cannot be found on land. It was obtained by chance at the end of the twentieth century by one scientist who traditionally extracted iodine from marine plants. Among the valuable qualities of the new component of alginate, the properties of rejuvenating the skin of the face were discovered, which prompted the creation of cosmetic products based on sea grass.

Today, alginate masks are sold already in finished form - they are enough to put on the cleaned surface of the face and stand for some time. Alginate salts are contained in the powder or gel, which can serve as a basis for home care - this will allow not only to diversify the mask according to its properties, but also significantly save on the purchase of ready-made composition.

Alginate masks were used only a few years ago by cosmetologists for the rejuvenation procedure, but today these cosmetic products are available to each of the women.

• The main property of the alginate mask is the rejuvenation of skin cells due to their filling with moisture and keeping it inside. Vitamins and minerals in the product enrich the epidermis and improve its appearance;
• They have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. because they contain diatomite among the components - rocks with the ability to absorb and prevent the spread of pathogenic bacteria;
• Normalize water and lipid balance of cells, provide normal "breathing";
• Clear skin;
• Restore the protective barrier of the skin and prevent the negative effects of external factors;
• Normalize sebum production, reduce inflammation, make the face dull.

The beneficial properties of an alginate mask induce it to be called universal and suitable for any type of epidermis. The mask works in a complex - it dries the existing inflammation, moisturizes the skin.as far as necessary equalizes the tone of the face due to the nutrition and saturation of cells with moisture, normalizes the production of skin secretion in case this is relevant for the dermis.

The cleansing properties of the mask allow you to fight the cornified layer of the epidermis, which deprives the derma of natural radiance, violates its uniformity and can cause the appearance of comedones, inflammations, wrinkles. The use of alginate mask stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, which leads to the youth of the skin: it visibly tightens, its texture is leveled, wrinkles are filled.

If the skin is already young, such a composition will have to be by the way: it moisturizes well, especially in combination with “hyaluronic”, struggles with peeling and enlarged pores, with oily sheen and pollution.

Ready-made alginate formulations are convenient for use, and besides, manufacturers often add additional elements to them to enhance the formula.

The classic alginate mask often consists of two main components - alginate acid and moisturizing base. (mineral water, serum). Its use is not limited by age or skin condition; therefore, such a cosmetic product is used to care for normal and combined epidermis, including the age. Collagen cosmetic smooths wrinkles, restores skin's firmness, elasticity, fights its fading and dull color. Collagen in the alginate mask penetrates deep into the pores and fills them from the inside, compensating for the reserves of this natural component.

Popular products are considered masks enriched with vitamin C - an important antioxidant for fading epidermis. Citric acid fights pigmentation and evens out skin tone, neutralizes free radicals and removes toxins, rejuvenates the dermis and gives it a lost natural glow.

Moisturizing alginate mask often contains a component chitosanpenetrating into the pores, it retains valuable moisture and saturates the cells with oxygen, which is why the dermis acquires fullness, smoothness, radiance. The basis of the moisturizing composition often lies plant extract - various kinds oils, extracts, decoctions of herbs. In addition to noticeable moisture, they have the property of nutrition, normalization of the lipid balance of the dermis, inhibition of cell fading.

As additives to alginate masks are often used:

• Chamomile decoction to soothe the skin, get rid of inflammation and prevent the formation of new ones.
• Hyaluronic acid for a better moisturizing of the skin for a long time.
• Sulfur for drying inflammation and cleansing.
• Rose essential oil to normalize the work of the sebaceous glands and remove oily shine.
• Chocolate for food.
• Mumie It is used for the body and rarely for the face, to even out the texture and tone of the skin, to get rid of imperfections such as stretch marks (stretch marks), scars.

• Mask La Miso restores and models facial contours, it is designed for fading skin of any type. The composition soothes the skin well and prepares it to “take in” a whole complex of useful elements like vitamins. groups B, C, A, D, magnesium, folic acid and others. In its composition can be found tea tree extract - A suitable component for the care of combination and oily skin. It is he who soothes and diminishes inflammation, relieves redness, stimulates metabolic processes on a par with the main component of brown algae extract.

• Korean alginate mask Shary for professional and home use is aimed at restoring the skin: texture and oval, so it can be classified as anti-aging products.It neutralizes inflammation due to the content of pearl powder with a drying effect, relieves redness and normalizes the lipid balance of the dermis, absorbs excess sebum and cleanses the pores. The active component of alginate salts It starts the process of cell regeneration and renewal, due to which the skin acquires a uniform texture and color.

• Belarusian equivalent to a foreign product - Bielita-Vittex mask with hyaluronic acid. It well moisturizes the age dermis, fights pigmentation and fills deep wrinkles, smoothes the surface of the face and protects cells from external factors. The manufacturer recommends combining the mask with anti-aging serum and assures that the simultaneous use of two products is most effective.

• Tightening formula "Malavit" removes the dead cell layer, intensively moisturizes the dermis and fills it with moisture, evens out skin tone and restores facial contours. Anti-aging formula of the product works perfectly due to alginate salts, diatomaceous earth and hyaluronic acid - an irreplaceable source of moisture.
• Manufacturer of professional cosmetics offers a mask Aravia with a pulling effect that can easily replace injections. Among the products of the brand are presented alginate mask with argillerina for dry dermis, for any - black caviar mask with tea tree - for oily and combination skin. Each mask is a powder, for the cultivation of which will require some pure water. After applying the composition hardens and forms a film, you need to remove it with a simple upward movement.

• France produces high-quality anti-aging cosmetics, including professional alginate masks Alginature with spirulina (iodine-rich seaweed), squirrels - indispensable building materials for leather, vitamins and minerals.
• Among the reliable anti-aging products known firm Setalg and her masks based on brown seaweed with grape extract - a real rescue for a fading epidermis, German brand Dana and Beauty Style with a professional series of alginate masks.
• Mask "Sunlight" with alginate salts has a lifting effect, stimulates the production of collagen, which significantly strengthens the skin and gives it density, moisturizes, cleanses and normalizes metabolic processes in the skin cells.

The alginate mask is easy to use and guarantees an almost instant result - toned, elastic skin that is clean, healthy and moderately radiant. Cooking it takes time - It will take 5-6 hours to swell the composition, so you should think about the evening home care procedure at noon. There are several homemade recipes for alginate formulations that include additional components, which we will discuss in the next section of the article, and now consider how to apply a mask at home.

It is necessary to use the alginate mask correctly, to act according to the recommendations that have been proposed and checked over the years, which will allow to achieve the desired result after the first application.

• The first stage is the preparation of facial skin and its cleansing. habitual composition that cope with external and internal pollution in the pores. It is proper cleansing that allows valuable components of the mask with a useful complex to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin and work carefully on its outer cover; Previously, you can use a scrub or a light home peeling to remove the cornified cell layer.
• Dilute alginate powder is about 1: 1 with pure mineral water. until the consistency of non-liquid sour cream.
• Use a light serum or emulsion before applying the alginate mask, the action of which you want to enhance, since alginic acid promotes better penetration and uptake by cells of the complex of elements of the product. After the serum has been absorbed, you can apply an alginate-based mask: it is better to do this in the supine position so that the composition does not spread over the face.
• Before direct application of the composition it is recommended to treat eyebrows and eyelashes with oil - This will protect the hair from getting into the composition and, at the same time, thoroughly saturate them.
• Apply the alginate mask in a thick layer, avoiding the eye area and lip contour. (although many women use makeup and lips).
• After the mask is applied, wait about 20-30 minutes - this time is enough for high-quality work composition. After hardening, a thick film is usually formed, which must be removed in a smooth upward motion.
• After the mask hardens, a kind of face is formed., which is removed simply and does not require rinsing with water and any contact with it.

• Alginate masks are often not recommended.: cosmetologists advise to conduct a home procedure 1-2 times a week with a course (up to 12 procedures in a row), after which a one-month break should be taken and, if possible and necessary, return to such care again.
• After the procedure it is recommended to continue the usual 3-step care.: to tone up the skin with the usual lotion and moisturize with a cream.

During use of the aldehyde composition, tightness of the skin can be observed - this is a normal phenomenon, which indicates the correctness of the application of the product and its aging, but it is not necessary to overdo it with the latter - the maximum time that the composition should be on the face should not exceed half an hour. Throwing the remains of the product can only be in the bin, in any case, do not wash off the film - this can cause pipe clogging.

For a more visual representation of all the stages of applying the mask, we suggest you watch the following video.

To create a homemade mask based on alginate salts, you will need to pre-mix the mixture.: sprinkle 25 g of powder and add warm purified water to it (do not use boiling and too hot liquid), mix thoroughly to avoid lumps. Leave the mixture for 5-6 hours to swell.

Brew alginate powder with warm water. You will need another composition of white clay or diatomite - a rather rare pharmaceutical component for the skin. The powder of clay or pearl powder binds the components well and does not allow the composition to spread over the surface of the face.

Mix pre-brewed alginate with 5 g white clay and the same amount of powder shiitake mushroom. Apply in a generous layer to cleansed and moisturized dermis for 30 minutes and remove after complete drying.

Much has been said about the benefits of alginate masks, it remains to talk about what feedback on the product is left by consumers. Typically, such compositions are acquired by women with fading skin, they are also satisfied with the once-unknown masks and replace them with traditional home remedies.

Reviews of alginate masks are almost 100% positive, regardless of the brand. Consumers note the ease in the preparation of the composition - it is enough to dilute a small amount of powder with purified water and apply a thick layer on the face.The mask does not have negative sensations, on the contrary, it gives you the opportunity to relax for half an hour, while the composition has a beneficial effect on the skin.

The great advantage of aldehyde masks is that they are different in their price category - Women can choose one or another brand, based on their capabilities. It does not feel much difference between the compositions, because in any of them the main component is alginate salts, additives only complement the composition and make using the mask easier.

Modeling alginate mask "Beauty Style" has a high rating: women note its instant effect of tightening, improving the tone of the face and high-quality moisturizing from the first time. The complex of procedures, according to consumers, easily replaces the trip to the beautician. Among its main components lies jasmine extract with the ability to tone the epidermis and even out the complexion.

"Sunlight" - another inexpensive analogue of the aldehyde mask, where the elements are additionally aloe vera and spirulina - algae. It is suitable especially for oily skin because of the green plant extract, which soothes irritated and inflamed derma.