In this article I will write a recipe for a very popular, effective and easy-to-prepare mask for blackheads made from gelatin and activated carbon. I will also give some tips on how to properly use this home remedy for facial skin beauty so that there are no unpleasant consequences.
This mask is very cheap, but the results from its use amaze many girls and women. Let's start by looking at the benefits of the ingredients.
Activated carbon for beautiful skin
Everyone knows about activated carbon as an assistant in the fight for cleanliness of the intestines. It has the properties of absorbing fat and toxins. This is a natural component, absolutely natural, it is obtained by burning wood. Coal is also a great friend for the skin. So, let's go in order:
- activated charcoal reduces skin oiliness
- deeply cleanses pores
- gets rid of blackheads
- makes skin smoother
- reduces inflammation on the face such as acne, pimples
- brightens the skin
After the first time of using a mask with activated carbon, you will see the result. After several sessions, the skin will be transformed. The course should consist of 6 procedures once a week. Then you should take a break for 2 months, after which you can repeat the course.
Beneficial properties of a mask with gelatin and charcoal
This product differs from standard cream consistencies of cosmetic products. It creates a film on the face that is removed in one movement and does not damage the upper layers of the epithelium. The components in the product promote deep cleansing of the skin.
Beneficial properties of a mask with gelatin and charcoal for facial skin:
- relieves inflammation;
- dries out oily skin;
- reduces wrinkles and their depth;
- brightens and improves color;
- helps in the fight against acne and pimples.
Activated carbon contains carbon, oxygen and hydrogen. They remove harmful substances from the body and normalize metabolism. Sometimes the application of a product with activated carbon crushed into powder is combined with the use of the medicine internally. The tablets cleanse the intestines and normalize the functioning of the stomach and intestines. Improvement from the inside has a good effect on a woman’s appearance.
Gelatin is made up of proteins. They are very important for the functioning of the body. Protein is involved in the functioning of internal systems, as well as in the restoration of the epidermis. In addition, gelatin powder contains important vitamins and amino acids. A homemade mask with gelatin tones and smoothes the skin. The product is most useful for women after 30 years, because gelatin can prevent aging.
The benefits of gelatin for facial skin
Gelatin is valuable because it contains a lot of collagen, from which our skin is built. With age, the protein in the skin is destroyed, the integument becomes flabby and wrinkled. Collagen, which is in gelatin, penetrates the skin, is absorbed by it, tightens, and rejuvenates. So this mask is still good as a remedy for “fading” skin.
Gelatin is a protein product that is involved in skin metabolism and has a slight whitening property. Removes the top layer of the epidermis, which in some cases can be painful. After removing the film (and this mask will turn into a film after drying), redness of the face is often observed.
Indications and contraindications
Using general recipes and recommendations, it becomes clear to everyone how to make and apply a mask from gelatin and charcoal. This useful product is suitable for everyone, but the natural origin of the components does not exclude the presence of contraindications for use.
These include:
- allergic skin rash - intensive nutrition for dermatitis only aggravates the disease;
- inflamed acne - when the film is removed, the skin peels off from the ulcers, wounds form, and infection opens up;
- wounds, boils, cuts, scratches - will only cause discomfort and additional irritation during the procedure;
- rehabilitation period after professional cosmetic and surgical procedures;
- any infectious, inflammatory disease in the body, high temperature.
If you have any doubts about the procedure or the use of one of the components, it would be advisable to consult with an experienced specialist who will give professional recommendations depending on your skin type.
All women, regardless of age, are looking for a home remedy that has unique properties and does not take much time. But not everyone knows about face masks, which contain simple products such as gelatin and activated carbon. A variety of recipes with additional ingredients make the mixture universal and irreplaceable.
Recipe for making a film mask against blackheads
Everything is very simple here. You only need 3 ingredients:
- 1 tablet of activated carbon,
- 1 tsp gelatin,
- 1 tsp milk (or boiled water).
This amount is enough for a mask on the nose and chin in several layers. If you want to apply the mixture all over your face, then take twice as much gelatin and milk.
Grind 1 tablet of activated carbon into powder. This is easy to do with a spoon.
Add gelatin and milk. Mix.
Microwave for 10 seconds. Then mix again. The gelatin will dissolve and the solution will be thick and black. If you don’t have a microwave, you can heat it in a water bath until the mass dissolves.
How to properly apply a face mask
To achieve the best effect, you need to know how to properly apply a mask to your face, so before use, take into account a few basic rules:
- It should be noted right away that to prepare the mask you need to use fresh ingredients: low-quality gelatin will smell like glue, and spoiled activated carbon will be difficult to crush.
- For deeper cleansing of pores, it is recommended to pre-steam your facial skin. This can be done in any convenient way - a hot bath, placing a warm towel on the face, etc.
- Follow the rules for wearing a mask. Apply it gently over your face from bottom to top. It is recommended to remove the mask in the same direction.
- Remember that you should never apply it to the area near the eyes, so as not to damage or stretch the delicate skin.
- After applying the mask, try not to make sudden movements with your facial muscles.
- After removing the film, it is recommended to apply any cream to your face.
- Use this skin cleansing once a week, maximum twice.
- The cycle of procedures is no more than six weeks; the course can be repeated no earlier than after three months.
Now you know the benefits of an activated carbon and gelatin mask for cleansing pores (recipe) for the skin, and how to use it correctly to achieve greater effectiveness. After just a few procedures, the skin will glow with beauty and youth. Be beautiful!
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How to apply a mask correctly?
Before the mask against blackheads is applied to the skin, you need to steam your face. This is necessary in order to open the pores and provide deeper cleaning. It is good to do this procedure before bed, after a bath. After you have steamed your skin, you should not wash your face with water; you can dry yourself with a towel (the water will close the pores).
You can prepare a mixture of gelatin, charcoal and milk, put it in the microwave after steaming, and then apply it to your face.
To apply the mask you will need a brush. Take the prepared black mixture onto a brush and rub it into the skin. Must be applied in layers. Apply the first layer to the nose, then to the chin, then again to the nose. If you do it on the whole face, then make a thicker overlay; a thin one will be difficult to remove and painful.
Avoid applying to the eye area because the mask is quite harsh and will damage delicate thin skin. Also, do not apply to eyebrows and temple hair if you do not plan to do hair removal in these areas))).
When the entire mixture has been applied, you need to wait until it dries completely. This will take about 15-20 minutes. Towards the end there will be a feeling of tightness of the skin. It’s better not to talk while you’re waiting, and not to strain your facial muscles. When the mask has dried, you need to remove it from the bottom up, preferably without tears.
The mask cleans pores very well, you will see all the contents of the pores on film after removal. But when removed, small hairs are also pulled out, which can lead to painful sensations. Some people compare this procedure to hair removal. And in some girls, in place of the torn hairs, new ones grew into the skin, which led to the formation of acne. So I don’t recommend using this mixture for blackheads for girls who have a lot of small facial hair.
After removing the mask, you need to wipe your face with some kind of antiseptic (at least hydrogen peroxide or chlorhexidine). Then apply a rich cream, if possible a healing one (based on aloe vera, for example).
Skin preparation and rules for applying a charcoal and gelatin mask
The results of using home cosmetics largely depend on the preliminary preparation of the skin and the correctness of the procedure.
- The face is cleaned of foundation and steamed. The steam bath helps to expand the excretory ducts, softens the stratum corneum, providing better cleansing.
- The mixtures are applied with a brush, spatula or fingers, depending on the consistency.
- Do not use hot or cold mixtures. High or low temperatures destroy collagen fibers.
- The mixture is applied in an even layer from the chin to the forehead, from the nose to the temples, avoiding the area around the eyes.
- You cannot smile or talk during the procedure.
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If the composition contains ingredients that can cause an allergic reaction, a sensitivity test is performed before use.
HOW TO CORRECTLY WASH A GELATIN MASK FROM YOUR FACE
Often on forums and websites, girls ask how to properly wash off a gelatin mask from their face, having once had a sad experience. There are two withdrawal methods.
- Remove it like a film from your face if the mask gives in easily. If it is dry, there is no need to tear it off with force. This will only harm your skin.
- Return the mask to a liquid state using warm water. It will slightly steam the mask and you can easily wash it off.
After the procedure, use a moisturizer.
Reviews after using a cleansing mask with activated carbon and gelatin
Ekaterina: “Gelatin face mask with activated carbon is no worse than expensive masks from such well-known companies as Avon, Oriflame, etc.”
Alla: “This natural-based product is a great way to get rid of wrinkles, blackheads and pimples.”
Alina: “For more than a year now, I have been periodically making a homemade mask for blackheads from corn and gelatin. It helps me, my pores are noticeably smaller.”
Yulianna: “I used to buy a black mask at the pharmacy, and then I decided to try to make the composition at home. The effect is the same, so I don’t overpay anymore and I advise you.”
Christina: “Before using a mask for blackheads, I recommend steaming your face properly. To do this, I boil water with the addition of salt and soda, one teaspoon at a time. And I keep my face over the saucepan.”
Olga: “After the mask, the skin is a little tight, so be sure to use a moisturizer, even if you have oily skin. In fact, it is the world that oily skin needs to be dried out. it, like dry skin, needs hydration.”
Summarize:
A mask for blackheads and pimples prepared at home is absolutely not inferior to its pharmacy counterpart. The main thing is to have time to prepare the mixture. It must be applied to the face in a thick layer and removed immediately after complete drying so that the skin does not tighten.
Before the procedure, it is advisable to cleanse your face and steam it, and then moisturize it with a special cream or serum.
When preparing the material, consultation was carried out by:
Olga Kirilova (cosmetologist). A specialist with higher medical education and extensive work experience. Helped hundreds of patients cope with various skin problems. Conducts non-hardware and hardware procedures. Proficient in laser and phototherapy techniques.
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