A facial is a procedure involving a variety of skin treatments, including: steam, exfoliation, extraction, creams, lotions, facial masks, peels, and massage. They are normally performed in beauty salons but are also a common spa treatment.
There are different kinds of masks for different purposes: deep-cleansing, by penetrating the pores; healingacne scars or hyper-pigmentation; brightening, for a gradual illumination of the skin tone. Some masks are designed to dry or solidify on the face, almost like plaster; others just remain wet. The perceived effects of a facial mask treatment include revitalizing, healing, or refreshing; and, may yield temporary or long-term benefits.
Steps:-
1.Wash your hands thoroughly with anti-bacterial soap and hot water. Bacteria and/or dirt on your hands blocks pores, causing spots.
2.Using a ponytail holder, tie back long hair and pull hair back from the face using a headband.
3.Wash your face using a mild cleanser. For dry skin, a gentle cleanser. For oilier skin, any oil free blackhead eliminating wash is recommended. Thoroughly rinse the face, leaving no traces of cleanser.
4.Use an exfoliating scrub in a circular motion on your face and neck, but avoiding the eye area (nothing south of the eyebrow or north of the eye socket). Rinse the skin thoroughly with a soft, clean wash cloth and warm water.
5.Pat face dry with a clean towel.
6.Apply a facial mask and leave on for about 10 minutes.
7.Wash off the mask with warm water and a wash cloth.
8.Apply an alcohol free toner to a cotton ball and wipe on face, especially to the t-zone.
9.Apply a moisturizer and you should feel clean and smooth and have a nice glow to your skin.
10.Repeat this facial weekly, but wash your face twice daily.
11.During a professional facial, the aesthetician trains a small steam machine on the client’s face for five to ten minutes in order to open the pores for deep cleaning and extractions. You can achieve the same result at home. Start with a large clean pot. The opening of the pot should be larger in width than your face. Wash your hands and face and pour about 2 cups of distilled water in the pot. You can pick up distilled water at any local drug store.
12.Bring the 2 cups of water to a rolling boil and shut off stove. Keep your face about 12 inches from the top of the pot (use a stool to stand on if needed). Do not put your face into the pot. Also, never “tent” your face with a towel. This can actually cause your skin to burn. The steam needs to flow freely. If not, this can actually slightly burn the skin. Steam no more, and no less, then 10 minutes.
13.Wipe the skin gently with an astringent, when the pores are open. It is advisable to use an astringent with no alcohol, especially for those with sensitive skin.
14.Moisten the face with lukewarm water. Take your daily cleanser for your specific skin type and cleanse skin with a gentle circular motion for about 1 minute. Rinse.
15.Extract gently any white/blackheads or pimples. The steaming process makes this easier and less damaging to the skin. If a pimple does not extract easily, do not force it as this can irritate it and possibly damage the skin. It is simply not ready to be extracted.
16.Wipe skin again with the astringent and use an exfoliating cleanser with natural AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) on moist face. Exfoliate with gentle circular motion for 2 minutes. Rinse skin with lukewarm water.
17.Pat skin gently. This is when you will apply a masque. Leave on for about 10-15 minutes. During this time, you may want to lie down and put relaxing music on. Take deep, relaxing breaths as you would during meditation or yoga.
18.Remove masque with a moist cotton washcloth. Rinse skin by splashing distilled water on face. The distilled water should be at room temperature.
19.Take a clean cotton wash cloth and dampen it with cool water. Lay down and cover your face with this and apply gentle pressure. Leave on for about 5 minutes. This will help to close pores.
20.Whatever your skin type, a peel off mask can work wonders at drawing out impurities, minimizing pores temporarily, sloughing off dead skin, and moisturizing.
21.Apply anti-aging treatment and moisturizer. If heading outdoors, use a sunscreen that does not clog pores.
Tips:-
In the steaming hot water you can place mint or lemon to refresh your face and clear your sinuses.
You should at least give yourself a facial once every week.
For dry skin use a gel mask or a cream mask.
For oily skin, try a mud mask or a clay mask.
After removing the mask you can splash your face with cold water or submerge your face in a bowl with cold water.
Warnings:-
Do not do this every single day only once a week because remember it is a facial not a daily routine.
Do not submerge your head in the steaming hot water it is only used to keep a comfortable distance away from your face to flush your face out.
Post a Comment