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MASKS FOR OILY SKIN

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Most people have at least some oily areas of skin on their face, and blackheads and whiteheads tend to congregate where there is an excess of grease. Steaming is one method of attack, but there are others: masks and packs, for example, that are designed to clear this grease away.
   Oatmeal (Avena sativa), Almond meal (Prunus dulcis) and Corn starch (Zea mays) are all substances that when mixed with Lemon (Citrus limon) juice, cider vinegar, water or tepid milk or butter-milk, and then rubbed over the face, will act as cleansing agents. Beaten egg white and/or yoghurt can be used to control grease, either applied directly to the face or combined with any one of the agents described above, together with herbs such as Yarrow (Achillea millefolium), Chamomile flowers (Matricaria recutita), Elder flowers (Sambucus nigra), Sage (Salvia officinalis) or Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla vulgaris). Yarrow tea - made by infusing two tablespoons of dried Yarrow in a glass and a half of boiling water - is especially recommended for clearing excessively oily skins.
   The action of a face pack rids the skin of impurities by drawing them to the surtace. It also tightens the skin and stimulates the circulation, thus encouraging the skin to glow. The use of masks on drier skin should be undertaken with care. Although they can humidify the skin and restore natural oils, masks must be blended carefully to fulfil these functions.
   There are a wide range of herbs and fruits that can be utilized tor making packs for the face and neck. Milk, yoghurt, egg white or egg yolk. Oatmeal (Avena sativa), honey or Fuller's earth are all spreading or thickening agents, though quite simple treatments exist such as rubbing the skin with fresh Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) or Strawberry (Fragaria vesca).
   The usual method for using a face mask is to fasten back the hair or protect it in some way, lie down on a bed or lean back in a chair and spread the pack over the face and neck. Avoid the skin around the eyes and lips as these areas are too delicate to be stimulated in this way. Raise the level of your feet above your head, then rest for 10 to 15 minutes. The mask should then be washed away using lukewarm water and tissues or cotton wool.



Astringent Mask For Oily Skin


Blend together equal amounts of Tomato juice and the pulp of a Lemon. As an alternative, you can steep the Tomato juice in the pulp of the cut halves of the Lemon, and then scrape away the combined pulp. The end result is exactly the same, whichever method you use. Splash the mixture on your face, paying particular attention to the greasy areas, then wash off with lukewarm water after the allotted time.

Egg White and Cucumber Mask


Egg white is renowned for tightening the skin and temporarily firming away lines and lifting sagging skin. It works most powerfully on ageing, oily skin with large pores, known as 'orange-peel' skin.

Mix together:
2 egg whites
1 Cucumber (Cucumis sativus)
1 teaspoon Lemon juice (Citrus limon)
1/4 teaspoon Peppermint extract (Mentha x piperita)
1 teaspoon 50% rubbing alcohol (or isopropyl alcohol)
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Whip the egg whites, then blend together with all the other ingredients in an electric blender. Anything left over can be stored in your refrigerator.
   Dab the mixture on to your face and leave for approximately eight minutes. If there is an excessive tingling effect before this time, remove the pack with lukewarm water and tissues or cotton wool and splash the skin once more with lukewarm water afterwards, OR omit the alcohol.





Source: "The Encyclopedia of Herbs and Herbalism", Edited by Malcolm Stuart


ALSO SEE

How To Cleanse The Face
Nourishing & Revitalizing The Skin
Getting Rid Of Wrinkles

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