Peel Off Masks

It's a good thing that many of us are getting serious about facial skin care and are understanding the importance of it. It becomes even more important because we are constantly assaulted by varied pollutants in the air, water and food, which of course, have a negative effect on our body and the appearance of our face. Skin care allows us to take matters into our own hands and dole out some attention to our facial skin with the objective of rejuvenating and strengthening it.

One of the factors that is seen to help in this matter is that of using a peel off mask. We know about regular masks, correct? A peel off mask is like that except that it hardens onto the face and can be peeled off in one go unlike other masks which harden and have to be washed off with water. The added advantage of this type of mask is that it completely and thoroughly removes all the dead skin, oil and other impurities from the face because it sticks to the face. In the article that follows we shall provide you with some recipes for varied skin disorders, conditions and face types.

Homemade Recipes

These peel off masks tend to be slightly more expensive than the normal mask brands because they have specialized ingredients in them. Let that not deter you, cause you can make some of the best masks from home.

Milk + Gelatin Mask
This mask is extremely effective for natural skin care, works well for those who have a normal skin type and acts as a great blackhead remover. Here is how you go about it:

Ingredients

• Milk (½ tsp)
• Gelatin (1 tsp)

Directions

1. Take the gelatin and milk, mix them and microwave it for 10-15 minutes till the gelatin and milk mixes well.
2. Let it cool.
3. Apply with a spatula over your face and let it set for 20-30 minutes.
4. Do not pull or stretch the skin when it is on your face.
5. After it has hardened and dried, peel off slowly.
6. You can even use a drop or two of any essential oil for the essence.

Egg White + Gelatin Mask
This recipe is very effective in tightening the skin, cleaning out the pores and getting rid of blackheads:

Ingredients

• Gelatin (1 tbs)
• Cold milk (1½ tsp)
• Egg white (of 1 egg)
• Vitamin E capsule (1)

Directions

1. Take a pan and add the gelatin and milk.
2. Place over a low flame and cook till it has melted and integrated into one.
3. Remove from the stove and after it has been cooled slightly, add the egg and mix till smooth.
4. Once it is cool enough for skin contact, apply a thin layer over the face (except the lower eyes, eye lids and upper mouth)
5. Let it dry for 30 minutes.
6. After it has dried sufficiently, peel it off by using slow movements -start from the chin and go upward.
7. Once it's all been peeled off, wash your face and use the vitamin E capsule.
8. For people who have very sensitive skin, it is better to wash off the mask rather than pull on it.

Gelatin + Fruit Juices Mask
The specialty of this mask is that it has the same base and one can simply change the juice according to their preference and skin type. Here is how you go about it:

Ingredients

• Gelatin (1 tsp)
• Juice - ½ cup (apple, lemon, raspberry, papaya, peach, pear, orange, grapefruit, carrot juice)

Directions

1. Take the gelatin and the juice of your choice and mix.
2. You can either use canned juice or fresh fruit juice. Cut pieces, blend in a blender and strain the juice.
3. Use a low flame to heat the mixture till it has integrated into one.
4. Let it cool and then transfer into the fridge for firming. It should take about 20-30 minutes for it to set.
5. Take the set gel and apply a thing layer over the face.
6. Let it dry for 20 minutes and then peel off starting at the chin and moving upwards.
7. To get an even deeper cleaning, use damp hot wash cloths over the face so that the pores open, then use the mask and peel off. This will ensure deep pore cleansing as well.
8. After the mask has been removed, wash your face with cold water (to close the pores) and apply a moisturizer.
9. Lemon juice is an excellent cleanser for oily skin whereas apple juice is beneficial for dry skin.

Do not undergo the peel off mask treatment more than 2 times in a month. It can harm your skin if done continuously.

And now that you have some homemade face mask recipes, you can forget the costly brands and get on with making your own personal recipe. Use well and take care of your skin.