After a long, hard day, it is wonderful to come home to a nice and relaxing bath. However, not just any kind of bath will do. You should create the wonderful, spa-like experience you deserve.
With essential oils, bath salts, bath pillows, and other similar accessories, it has never been easier to spend some "me time" in your own home. A simple way to enjoy your bath even more is by using a hydrating facial mask.
Here are just a few of the things you should know about facial masks:
Figure Out Which Mask You Need
Face masks come in many varieties, all of which can cater to several different skin types. If you are not sure which facial mask is right for your needs, try visiting your local skin esthetician for a skin assessment.
Steam Is Crucial
Steaming your face beforehand will allow you to open up your pores and soften the debris within them, making it easier to get rid of dirt and oil left on your skin. Bath time is perfect for using your facial mask since it allows the whole room to steam up.
Don’t Forget Your Neck
Your neck is just as important as your face, so do not neglect your neck when applying your facial mask. By cleansing the skin on your neck, the mask will improve the quality of your skin there and help you appear more youthful.
Everyone's Skin Is Different
When adding a facial mask to your weekly skin regimen, it is okay to only use it once or twice a week. If your skin is on the oily side in summer or very dry in winter, it is recommended that you use your facial mask more frequently.
Don’t Wait For The Clay To Dry
If you are using a clay mask, you should not wait for it to dry before removing it from your skin. If you do, the mask may begin to draw moisture from your skin and cause irritation.
Avoid Over-Moisturizing
If you end up leaving the face mask on for too long, your first instinct may be to lather up on the moisturizer but don’t do it. On freshly clean skin, too much moisturizer may end up suffocating your pores. You only need to put on a light amount.
Do A Patch Test
Do you have very sensitive skin? Try out the mask before applying it to the face by doing a small patch test first. This way, you can know whether your skin will end up reacting negatively to the mask.
Have A Candlelit Bath While Using A Facial Mask
To complement your face pampering session, add a cup or two of epsom salt to your bath water to make it even more beneficial for your skin. Our blends such as the Chakras Bath Soak and Muscle Bath Soak are enhanced with fragrant essential oils for aromatherapy purposes. Learn more about our product range here.
