Include Facial masks to you skin care routine

Facial masks provide deep nourishment to the skin, so why do so many people neglect this pampering product? Because it takes time—most masks need to remain on the skin for about 15 minutes, notes Joni Keim, technical director of Natural Resource Group, the parent company of Beauty Without Cruelty based in Petaluma, Calif. "Not many people are looking for ways to add time to their skin-care routine," she says, but she points out that with a little effort and education, retailers can help their customers understand just what a nourishing treat a mask can be.

And the benefits are many. Masks can be used to moisturize, detoxify, increase circulation and replenish nutrients. But above all, they add an extra dimension to the skin-care routine, and they are truly pampering. "It's something [people] can do at home that will give them the effect they would get at a spa," says Joshua Onysko, CEO and founder of Pangea Organics in Boulder, Colo. "It's a treat for them—something a little bit out of the ordinary."

The first step in helping your customers choose the correct mask is to identify their skin type and find something that will work for them. "You want a mask that is going to fill the needs of your skin, so obviously someone with acne doesn't need a hydrating mask because they already have too much oil," advises Linda Upton, president of Börlind of Germany, with U.S. headquarters in New London, N.H. "Figure out what dimension of care [your customer's] skin still needs, and find a mask that's designed to meet that need."

The following roundup of facial masks is broken down by skin type to help retailers navigate the latest offerings.

Mature skin
Börlind LL Vital Cream Mask. This rich cream mask replenishes nutrients and oils in dehydrated skin as it supports cell renewal and improves circulation. This is a great mask for people with broken capillaries—it contains menthol, camphor and rosemary to stimulate blood flow and prevent circulatory congestion.
www.borlind.com

Zia Natural 15 Minute Face Lift. This mask is designed to give mature skin a pick-me-up. Cornstarch, wheat protein and silk powder firm the skin, giving it a more youthful appearance for up to 10 hours, the company says.
www.zianatural.com

Dry skin
Beauty Without Cruelty Hydrating Mask. The natural humectants in this rich cream mask draw moisture to the skin and hold it there. Emollients like sunflower and jojoba oils condition the skin, and gentle herbs like German chamomile and lavender rejuvenate and nourish. This mask is mild enough to be used daily, according to Keim.
www.beautywithoutcruelty.com

MyChelle Fruit Fiesta Peel."A peel is a mask that will dissolve and digest dead skin cells while accelerating exfoliation," explains MyChelle's founder Myra Eby. This peel uses alpha and beta hydroxy and fruit enzymes to remove dead skin cells; the antioxidants and vitamins then nourish the skin.
www.mychelleusa.com

Combination skin
Aubrey Organics Sea Buckthorn and Cucumber with Ester C Moisturizing Mask. Formulated for combination skin, the botanicals in this mask were chosen because they won't dry out the skin or clog pores. Oatmeal and ground walnuts and almonds gently exfoliate and moisturize.
www.aubrey-organics.com

Jurlique Moisture Replenishing Mask. Made with a blend of botanicals grown using biodynamic methods on the company's own farm, this mask is designed to maintain the natural balance of the skin.
www.jurlique.com

Oily skin
Alba Botanica Deep Sea Mask. Gently absorbant Chinese kaolin clay and super absorbant green clays work to unclog pores by drawing out excess oil and impurities. Aloe vera and sea algae tone and provide nourishment.
www.albabotanica.com

Burt's Bees Pore-refining Mask. Your customers can shrink pores and stimulate skin with this green-clay facial mask. Eight select dried herbs and flowers work together to renew and revitalize the skin.
www.burtsbees.com

Acne-prone skin
Astara Blue Flame Purification Mask. Tea tree and tangerine oils along with red clover and lemongrass provide antibac?terial and antimicrobial effects that help keep blemishes at bay. The mask can also be used on the back and chest to prevent or treat blemishes.
www.astaraskincare.com

Kiss My Face Organics Pore Shrink, Deep Pore Cleansing Mask. Bentonite and kaolin clays draw impurities from the pores while the astringent properties of clove, tea tree and lemongrass oils act as anti-inflammatories for the skin and control acne.
www.kissmyface.com

Sensitive skin
Ecco Bella Organic Dark Chocolate Mask. For the customer looking for true indulgence, offer the good stuff: chocolate. Rich in iron, magnesium and antioxidants, this mask nourishes and cleanses while removing dead skin cells and buildup. It leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth, and best of all, it makes the lucky user feel like she's having a facial in a high-end chocolate shop.
www.eccobella.com

All skin types
Pangea Organics Japanese Matcha Tea with Acai & Goji Berry Mask. A well-balanced, gentle clay mask, Pangea's sole offering in this product category is neither too drying nor too hydrating. The formula is based on superfoods and antioxidants and is what Onysko describes as a "smoothie for your face."
www.pangeaorganics.com

Weleda Iris Intensive Treatment Masque. This mud-free mask doesn't dry out skin so it works to soothe and repair stressed skin. Cucumber and birch extracts tone the skin while almond and jojoba oils moisturize.
www.weleda.com

6 Steps to Health Beautiful Facial Skin

6 steps to healthy, glowing skin

You've helped your customer choose the perfect facial mask for her skin type. Now you need to teach her how to use it. Here are some advice on how best to apply a normal facial mask (we tend to look at facial mask sheets on this site as there are more benefits I believe. But we dont want to leave out the people who enjoy the regular facial masks.

• Start by cleansing the skin. "Use some sort of acid cleanser so it will take dead skin off and allow the mask to penetrate," Fomenko says.
• If your customer has the time, advise her to steam her face for a few minutes either by using a facial steamer or by draping a towel over her head and leaning over a sink full of hot water. This will allow for deeper mask penetration.
• Apply the mask. Beauty Without Cruelty's Keim likes to do this before getting in the bath—first because it minimizes the mess and second because the steam from the bath keeps masks from drying out. "If they stay warm and moist, [masks] are very active," she notes.
• A few minutes before it's time to remove the mask (go by the manufacturer's instructions), apply a hot compress to the face, and leave it on until it's time to wipe the mask off.
• After removing the mask, moisturize the skin. For customers with dry skin, recommend a heavy nourishing cream. For normal to oily skin, go with a light serum. Follow with sunblock.
• Repeat two or three times a week for acne or very oily skin.For normal skin, once a week is fine.

More of the Best Facial Masks at Home

We have some more of the best facial masks and homemade recipes you can get your hands on. Remember these recipes are quick and easy. No body likes to spend hours preparing, making and applying a face mask. So print these face mask recipes or write it down and get to work on your beautiful skin.

Each of these great facial masks have a unique feature in the ingredients which will surely help you attain wonderful skin.

Refresh: Cucumber-Parsley Mask

Ingredients

* 1 Tbsp unflavored full-fat yogurt
* 1 Tbsp chopped cucumber
* 1 Tbsp fresh parsley

Instructions

Puree cucumber and parsley until smooth. Add yogurt and mix well. Apply mixture to skin, let sit 15-20 minutes. Rinse with cool water.

Reduce Oil: Yeast-Yogurt Mask

Ingredients

* 1 tsp brewer's yeast
* 2 Tbsp unflavored full-fat yogurt

Instructions

Mix enough yogurt into the yeast to make a thin paste. Pat gently onto oily areas and allow to dry. Leave on no longer than 20 minutes. Rinse first with warm water, then cold. Blot dry.

Moisturize: Chocolate Mask

Ingredients

* 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
* 1 Tbsp heavy cream
* 1 tsp cottage cheese
* 4 tsp honey
* 1 tsp oatmeal

Instructions

Mix all ingredients in blender. Smooth onto face. Let sit 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water.

Note: Make sure to follow all masks with an oil-free moisturizer. Each person has individual allergies and tolerances, so make sure to test mixture on a section of your arm or leg to make sure you do not have an adverse reactions to the ingredients before applying to entire face.

Best Facial Masks all Homemade Recipes

The Best Facial Masks

Here are some of the best facial masks I found. A regular application of these homemade facial masks should be an integral part of every woman's beauty regime. Not only do they replenish our skin but it helps us to relax and take care of ourselves.

If you don't have time to go to the spa which is time consuming and expensive, try some of these homemade recipes in the comfort of your home. They are quick and easy to make and apply.

The best and quickest alternative instead of homemade face mask recipes would be to use mask sheets as it provides all the nutrition and benefits in a cheap package that you can take anywhere.

Nourishment Mask: Banana-Avacado

Ingredients

* 1/2 over-ripe banana
* 1/2 over-ripe avacado
* 2 Tbsp unflavored full-fat yogurt
* 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

Mash banana and avacado, combine with other ingredients, and mix well. Apply liberally to face and neck. Leave on for 20 to 30 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Exfoliate Mask: Tomato-Lemon

Ingredients

* 1 over-ripe tomato
* 1 tsp lemon juice
* 1 tsp instant oatmeal

Instructions

Put all ingredients in blender, puree until smooth. Apply to face, let soak 20 minutes, rinse with warm water.

Tighten: Peach Mask

Ingredients

* 1 ripe peach
* 1 egg white
* 1 tsp unflavored full-fat yogurt

Instructions

Peel and pit the peach. Blend together with egg white and yogurt until smooth. Pat gently onto face. Leave on 30 minutes. Rinse with cool water.

Smooth: Honey-Almond Mask

Ingredients

* 1 Tbsp honey
* 1 egg yolk
* 1/2 tsp almond oil
* 1 Tbsp yogurt

Instructions

Mix all ingredients together until well blended. Apply layer to face, leave on 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, gently wipe residue with a damp cloth.

Homemade Carrot Face Mask Recipe

Carrot Skin Care

If you have rough skin and want it to be moist and have that glow, how about trying a carrot face pack? This may be the best facial mask for you.

Carrot Facial Masks

A carrot facial pack is very effective for facial skin restoration and aids you feel fresh, firm and revives the skin immediately after use. This is due to the carotene contained in carrots. Carotene is a component that contributes to the color of the carrot and once it is absorbed into our body, it turns into Vitamin A. It also functions to prevent further skin problems by forming a skin protective films to maintain balance for our skin.

Homemade Carrot Facial Pack Recipe:

1. Cut a carrot in half. Grind it. Squeeze out the juice and replace it into a bowl.
2. Mix 1 Tbs honey and yokes with flour.
3. Optional: put a thin cloth on your face and apply the mixture onto the cloth.
4. Remove cloth after 20 minutes. Wash off excess using a steamed towel followed by a cold towel.

Additional facial care tip: If your skin is oily, the effects can be maximized by adding egg whites and yogurt as it suppresses sebum(oil) secretion.

Other Great Combination with Carrots:

1. Carrot + Oatmeal
2. Carrot + Flour
3. Carrot + Seaweed powder

Skin Problems During Spring

Skin Care Tips for Spring Skin Problems

The increase in temperature, UV rays, pollen and dirt causes sebum to increase and our skin becomes oily. This is why skin troubles frequently arise during Spring.

Also as we tend to become more active during the warmer season and we stay outdoors, our skin loses water from regular outdoor activities and so the outer skin becomes oily and dehydrated. Sound familiar?

Below are a few issues that we can handle.

Q: Oily Skin causing issues?

A: As I mentioned above, sudden increases in the temperature causes our hormone secretion to become very active. The dirt and pollen in Spring also tends to provide various skin problems and we should remove unnecessary sebum and waste by cleansing and supplementing with water for our dehydrated skin.

Remember to use a foam cleanser when washing your face and apply skin toner right afterwards to prevent dryness. If you use highly effective astringent (gentle pore minimizing) skin toner, it helps to adjust sebum secretion and reduces the oil on your face as well as preventing further skin problems.

Q: Rough skin doesn't go away?

A: Skin toners may not be enough if your skin is too dry. Maintain moisture balance by using moisturizing essence as well.

When putting on makeup, protect your skin by using base makeup products that contain enough moisture and face and body liquids containing plenty of mineral oil.

Q: Stinging Sensation after basic skin care?

A: If you feel like your skin is stinging after a basic skin care routine, try putting on some suncream as the base.

So there you go. Some simple skin care tips on handling the effects of Spring and warmer temperatures.

If you enjoyed this article, check back often to learn more on tips and tricks to spring skin problems, face skin care and facial mask recipes and information on facial masks.