Activated carbon face masks with the addition of gelatin, clay, lemon and honey

Useful properties of the main component

In 1831, a professor at the Paris Medical Academy, in front of amazed colleagues, took a lethal dose of poison and survived. The scientist did not intend to take his own life, his goal was to demonstrate the wonderful properties of coal. Indeed, immediately after the use of the poison, he then accepted the still little-known activated carbon.

The main component of many medicines and face care products is famous for the following beneficial properties.

• Great absorbent. Due to its porous, absorbent structure, coal is able to draw and remove toxins, coming in contact with the skin.
• Antibacterial properties. Effective in the fight against various types of bacteria that cause skin diseases (impetigo, cutaneous staphylococcus, furunculosis).
• Removes greasy shine. Coal is an indispensable component in home remedies for oily skin type. It is able to penetrate the upper layer of the epidermis, narrow pores and normalize the secretion of sweat glands.
• Smoothes the surface of the skin. For those who for many years suffer from roughness, scars, spots and tubercles from blackheads, an activated carbon face mask will be a real salvation.

Charcoal charcoal masks are suitable for all skin types and all ages. Facial cleansing with this component is popular, however, the range of application of coal face masks is much wider.

Rules for the use of coal masks

Coal improves the functioning of the sebaceous glands, helps eliminate age spots and evens complexion. It consists of only three components - carbon, oxygen and hydrogen, so it is harmless and does not cause allergic reactions. But for the best result, pay attention to the following rules.

• Application. Not more than once or twice a week.
• Regularity. Masks should be used in courses, with prolonged use of one composition (within 4-5 weeks) take a break for a month.
• Shelf life. Coal is sold in every pharmacy and is inexpensive, so it will not be difficult to purchase a fresh preparation for the preparation of home formulations. Do not use expired tablets in masks; such a mask will not have useful properties.
• Contraindication. Face masks containing activated charcoal and gelatin cannot be used if the skin has unhealed wounds, scratches, cracks and dilated vessels (rosacea).

Preparation of the skin for the procedure

• Remove all makeup from your face in the usual way for you, then wash with warm water.
• Steam the skin of the face in any of the following ways, so that the cleansing will be deeper, and the nutrients will be better absorbed.
  • Method 1 You will need a large towel and saucepan, as well as an elastic band or a hair clip to remove hair from the face. Prepare any herbal poison (for example, chamomile, parsley or nettle), until it has cooled, add 1-2 drops of oil to it (choose according to the type of skin: camphor is suitable for oily, shea or avocado for dry, for normal - lavender or geranium) Stir the composition, place the pan on a chair or stool, cover with a towel over the container and steam the face. Do not lower your head to the pan very much, it can cause a burn, the optimal distance will be 20-30 cm. For normal skin, the procedure will take about 15 minutes, dry skin should not be exposed to steam for longer than 5 minutes, for oily skin the process can be extended to 20 minutes.
  • Method 2 Use a natural cotton napkin, place it in a hot cooked broth only, squeeze and cover it with your face. Lie in this position until the cloth cools down.
  • Method 3 A lot of steaming products are sold in stores, but pay attention to the composition - it should contain extracts of medicinal plants, berries, fruits, essential oils, vitamins).
• If you have dry skin, apply a nourishing cream before steaming (for 20-30 minutes). Treat oily skin with a special tonic or lotion.

Popular mask recipes

Activated carbon masks for face are easy to prepare and use. At home, you can prepare useful compounds for various purposes (eliminating oily sheen, getting rid of black spots, blackheads and facial wrinkles, nourishing the upper layer of the epidermis).

Gelatin with milk

For deep cleansing of pores and eliminating black spots, a gelatinous face mask with activated carbon is perfect. Through the use of gelatin, a thin but dense film is formed that does not allow air to reduce the effect of active substances.

Since gelatin contains protein and collagen, which are vital for the skin, its use makes the skin more elastic and elastic, normalizes metabolic processes. To prepare the mask you will need: 1 tablet of activated carbon, 1 tsp. gelatin, 2 tsp milk (you can use water or kefir). When using milk or kefir, and not water, a whitening and softening effect is also observed. If you are afraid of skin reactions to dairy products, opt for water.

1. Mix the crushed tablet of activated carbon with gelatin.
2. Add the mixture to milk (water or kefir), mix thoroughly.
3. Put the composition in the microwave for 15 seconds.
4. Cool the prepared mixture to room temperature and apply on clean, steamed skin.
5. Remove the mask film after it has completely dried, which lasts about 15 minutes.

You will get the effect of light skin lifting with regular use of a face mask with gelatin and charcoal

With clay for acne

A lot of positive reviews receive a coal mask with clay, which is used to cleanse the face and fight acne. The clay included in the composition absorbs excess sebum and secretion of sweat glands.

Find the right component for your skin type. For skin prone to oiliness and inflammation (acne), white clay is suitable, green - for dry, for sensitive use red clay. You can buy the main component in any cosmetic store or pharmacy at a price of 40 rubles. per pack (100 g). You will need: 1 tbsp. cosmetic clay, 2 tablets of activated carbon, boiled water.

1. Grind the tablets into powder.
2. Add chilled boiled water to make a thick slurry.
3. Mix dry clay with charcoal.

Apply the finished composition to the face skin cleansed with a scrub or tonic and previously steamed, leave it on the face for no more than 15 minutes and rinse. A positive result from a face mask with activated carbon and clay is noticeable after the first application.

Yeast with honey

Coal-yeast mask will help to refresh and tighten the skin. Yeast contains a unique set of vitamins and minerals. Vitamin B5 has a protective effect, B9 fights inflammation, E and amino acids have regenerative and anti-aging effects, B3 improves complexion, and finally B7 nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Yeast also contains magnesium, zinc, potassium, calcium and iodine, which are good for the skin. For its preparation you will need: 3 tablets of activated carbon, 1 tsp. honey, 20 g of dried yeast and heavy cream.

1. Mix powdered activated carbon with dry yeast.
2. Add a teaspoon of honey to the mixture.
3. Mix the composition with cream so that the resulting mass resembles sour cream in density.
4. Apply the mask and leave for 20 minutes, then rinse with water.

The regular use of such a mask has a rejuvenating effect on the skin.

With egg and lemon juice

Coal-egg mask is used to eliminate inflammation and oily skin. Due to the fact that protein and yolk are used in the recipe, the mask has a double effect: protein has bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties, and the yolk nourishes and nourishes the skin cells with useful substances. The mask cleanses the skin, eliminates oiliness and inflammation, but does not dry, but on the contrary nourishes and moisturizes. To prepare it you will need: 3 tablets of activated carbon, 1 egg and 5 drops of lemon juice.

1. Grind charcoal tablets to a powdery state.
2. Mix the coal powder with the egg.
3. Add 5 drops of lemon to the egg-carbon mixture.

The mask is applied with the thinnest film, after the procedure (after 15-20 minutes), wipe your face with a soft cloth moistened with cold water. Cold water will narrow the pores and tone the skin.

To rejoice at the smoothness and cleanliness of your skin, carry out procedures regularly. Activated carbon face masks have become an alternative to expensive trips to the beauty parlor for professional cleaning. If you take care of the skin all the time, you will not need to get rid of the black dots by mechanical action. In cases of acne - a complex of masks needs to be combined with a full treatment and diet.