Using facial masks
10 13th, 2008 Author: LuvUrSkin
Facial masks may be relaxing and soothing, and they may even make your skin feel great afterward, but using them too often can actually make your skin worse. Even the most gentle of facial masks strip your skin of natural oils, which causes it to produce more than usual. Used sparingly, this method of cleansing skin care is top-notch; too often and it will just create more problems.
The frequency of use depends on your skin type, but a general rule to follow is: if you have oily skin, an exfoliating mask should be used once a week to deep clean the skin. If you have dry skin, a soothing mask should be used once every other week, or when your skin gets flaky. Masks with lavender and chamomile in them are recommended for dry skin. It’s also important to not wear the mask any longer than the instructions state. For most masks, this is no longer than 30 minutes.

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