I do not know anyone that does not like cleansing masks. No matter what your skin type is there are product that are out there for you. They are so fun and most of them are quite colorful. There are a number of brands out there which have developed an entire business just around different types of masks.
The list is endless of the masks that are on the market and available. A lot of time it is difficult to tell what is right for you, just because a lot of them have very similar names.
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| Rosie O'donnell in Astara |
1. Bentonite Clay is a combination of montmorillonite and volcanic ash. Bentonite Clay is a highly absorbent clay that pulls oils and toxins from the skin.
2. Montmorillonite is an amazing clay for any skin with acne issues, it is detoxifying.
3. Kaolinite (Dead Sea Clay) - Collected from the Dead sea- used for its mineral supply
4. Kaolin is a clay which is used in many types of mask, for all skin types
5. Algae- there are a number of different Algae that offer so many properties (HUGE FAN), they detoxify with out drying the skin because there are so many minerals and nutrients they are simultaneously feeding the skin.
6. Tea Tree Oil used for more oily skin types, anti bacterial and anti microbial properties
7. Enzymes - like Papaya
8. Umbrian Clay- AHHHH the magic stuff- this is amazing in balancing even the most hormonal of skin types (I lived on it when I was pregnant with both boys)
9. There are many more... this is FAR from a complete list... I will be happy to give more information to anyone that would like it!
Here are some of my top picks for masks as well.... they all are different and do differnt things...
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| Fresh Umbrian Clay- this is a Cleanser |
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| Osea Red Algae Mask |
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| Astara, Blue Flame, Green Papaya & Violet Flame Masks |
Cleansing masks can come in so many forms, it really depends on what you are looking for.... Are you looking to balance your skin tone and texture? Are you having breakouts? do you have combination skin? Are you looking for something to brighten your complexion?
Here is my offer to you as my readers. Ask me!
Do you have a favorite product you want to know more about?
Do you have any questions about why certain ingredients are in your products?
Do you want to know... what in this product makes it work?
Post your questions and I will answer them.
Sara
Hi Sara,
ReplyDeleteI have very dry skin, but I'm scared of using masks as they usually dry my face out more. My pours are also majorly clogged. What ingredients should I be looking for in a mask, or do you have any specific product suggestions?
Thanks!
Dear Jen Kahn,
ReplyDeleteAs the the Director of Sales and Education for Astara Skin Care, I think I can help with some suggestions for you. And Sara, please jump in with your own answers and viewpoint of course!
#1. First you want to deep cleanse your pores and exfoliate (a good facialist can do the extractions that may be necessary to jump start this process).
#2. Use Astara's Nourishing Vitamin Mask to rehydrate and replenish the oil and water balance necessary for optimal skin function. Literally feeding the skin the nutrients it needs, this creme mask can even double as a night time treatment that you sleep in! Sara can fill in the rest, I'm sure. Check us out at www.astaraskincare.com. And thank you, Sara, for the mention in your blog!!!
Colleen Dunn Smith
Director of Sales and Education
Astara Skin Care