Laminaria face mask

In anti-aging cosmetology, the component of brown algae, or kelp, is especially popular - an excellent source of amino acids and vitamins to prevent skin aging. The effectiveness of anti-aging procedures is based on the components and how they are used, however, even at home, kelp-based masks remain the most effective and affordable.

Laminaria is a brown algae that has been used since ancient times. In cosmetology, this component is known as the “grass of immortality”, or “sea ginseng” due to its pronounced anti-aging properties. Today, it is easy to buy kelp in a pharmacy, the algae is sold in the form of a dry powder or a crushed composition and is suitable for making homemade masks.

• The versatility of the product allows it to be used without risk to skin health and even with sensitive dermis - saturated algae practically does not cause allergies and irritations, provided that it is used separately and prepared with purified water;
• Laminaria as part of homemade masks is suitable for caring for any type of epidermis - from frankly age-related and fading to young problematic;
• Algae-based masks have a visible anti-aging effect with regular use. - up to 1 time per week and the duration of the course is up to 12 times in a row;
• Brown algae excellently copes with dry skin on the face due to the presence of vitamins B, C, PP in the composition and excessive fat content due to the content of vitamin E and omega-3;
• Laminaria perfectly fights pigmentation and photoaging of the epidermis - it contains a high concentration of vitamin C;
• This product is the leader in iodine content;
• It is rich in natural collagen;
• Cosmetic compositions from seaweed well eliminate the dull color and uneven texture of the face. by removing the keratinized, or "dead" layer of cells;
• Algae mask strengthens the skin and accelerates metabolic processes in cellswhich is especially necessary for aging and problematic skin.

Like any other natural component, kelp has a number of limitations, which does not allow the use of algae even as part of a homemade mask:

• Laminaria contains a very high concentration of iodine, which is beneficial for the skin, however, with problems with the thyroid gland, the use of such products is dangerous due to the risk of increasing hyperthyroidism and problems with metabolic processes in the body;
• Brown algae not allowed to apply to the inflamed face, despite the antiseptic properties;
• It is contraindicated to use masks on its basis with rosacea - the vascular network on the face;
• During the period pregnancy and lactation;
• For allergic reactions and rashes.

Laminaria is used in masks for the care of mature, aging, problematic and teenage skin. The unique composition of the product allows you to cleanse the pores, normalize metabolic processes in cells and moisturize the skin, in addition, the marine component has the ability to remove puffiness from the face. Dried kelp algae are equally effective in salon and home care, and we will talk about the main benefits of the component in the masks right now:

• Laminaria perfectly cleanses the skin due to the content of niacin in it; the component fights not only with physical pollution (skin sebum, dust), but also with aesthetic ones - uneven complexion, age spots and acne marks;
• Brown algae are rich in a complex of useful trace elements and help get rid of age spots and post-acne. by increasing metabolic processes in cells;
• Dried ingredients well soothe irritated, dry or oily skin, normalize the water balance of the skin due to the release of excess moisture. - this allows you to get rid of puffiness on the face and unsightly circles under the eyes.
• The marine product allows you to normalize the lipid balance of the skin and reduce excessive sebum production. - the iodine component helps in this matter, which simultaneously disinfects the surface of the face and eliminates unfavorable bacteria;
• Laminaria contains vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant and an indispensable assistant in the fight against aging. This component acts as a protector from UV radiation, it "revives" the cells and tones the skin as a whole;
• Metabolic processes in cells activate iron among the components of kelp;
• Choline and potassium help to soothe and fully moisturize the dermis;
• Calcium in dried seaweed evens out the texture and tone of the face;
• Laminaria thallus and vitamin E act as a complex tool for instantly toning the epidermis and getting rid of wrinkles - the most noticeable sign of aging;

Laminaria is often used in professional cosmetology and home care, as it is indicated for:

• normal dermis;
• Dry and flaky skin;
• Combination and oily, as it helps to reduce the amount of sebum;
• For rejuvenation - algae protects cells and restores their structure due to vitamins and minerals.

Alginate mask based on kelp algae is suitable for any skin type; brands are producing similar products Thalaspa, R-cosmetics, "Velinia", while their cost is very low.

Seaweed mask Planeta Organica based on three components: kelp, Pacific fucus and sea silt. Alginic acid in brown algae moisturizes the dermis well and fights wilting by increasing the level of collagen and elastin.Sea silt as part of a store-bought product has environmental friendliness and moisturizing qualities, while fucus from the Pacific Ocean enriches the deep layers of the cell with a complex of trace elements.

Laminaria spores in the basis of a cosmetic product TianDe prevent inhibition of skin cells and provide excellent hydration for all skin types. Regular use of the mask allows you to increase the elasticity and firmness of the epidermis, to gain an even skin tone and natural radiance.

It is recommended to prepare the base of kelp for the mask on the basis of purified lukewarm water - this will preserve the valuable properties of the marine plant. Be sure to wait for the product to swell and do not forget to squeeze it out thoroughly, then the home product will not treacherously spread over the surface of the face.

Laminaria is rather capricious: the algae has a slippery texture, which means that it requires a binder in the composition of one mask: clay, gelatin, any other powder or similar substance. Another nuance of using a mask based on brown algae is that you need to dilute it with warm water, hot water should be excluded, since it destroys a complex of useful trace elements.Cosmetologists advise applying such a cosmetic product in a prone position: the composition will not spread over the face and will penetrate deeper into the pores due to pressure. To make a homemade kelp mask, dilute a small amount of powder or crushed seaweed with warm water, leave it to swell for at least 1 hour and prepare additional components.

This mask is easy to prepare: all you need is a small amount of pure water and dried seaweed. Soak the powder in water for 1-1.5 hours to swell, then wring it out well and apply on a cleansed dry face. The duration of the composition is determined by 15-20 minutes, after which it is recommended to wash it off with warm water and then apply a moisturizer.

The combination of seaweed and any cosmetic clay gives an amazing cleansing effect: pre-fill the kelp with a small amount of water and prepare the clay composition: mix the powder of white, black or blue clay with warm water. Squeeze out the swollen kelp, add it to freshly prepared clay and mix thoroughly, apply to the previously cleansed face with a brush - this will not allow the mixture to spread over the face and hands.

Pre-soak the seaweed in warm water and after swelling, squeeze thoroughly, add one egg white and a teaspoon of lemon juice, mix the mixture thoroughly and apply on the face. The protein in the mask will cope with enlarged and polluted pores, lemon normalizes the production of sebum, dries up inflammation and has a slight whitening effect.

To narrow pores and reduce oily skin, take classic yeast and kelp powder in a ratio of 1: 2, mix the pre-soaked components thoroughly and apply on the face for 20 minutes.

The mask is based on dried nori or kelp - pre-soak the component with warm water and leave to swell. Dilute pure edible gelatin with water or a decoction of medicinal herbs, let the gelatin dissolve well in the liquid without lumps. Mix the two mixtures together in a water bath and mix thoroughly; without waiting for solidification, apply a gelatin mask on the face and wait for it to dry. It is recommended to keep the mask-film for up to 15 minutes, after which the composition must be washed off with warm water.

The tightening effect is provided by gelatin - a natural source of protein for youth and firmness of mature skin.Such a mask is not easy to prepare, because you need to have time to dilute the cooling gelatin and kelp before the first one thickens, while brown algae cannot be added to a solution that is too hot - it will simply lose its beneficial properties.

See the following video for the recipe for making a kelp face mask.

To achieve a noticeable result, cosmetologists recommend fulfilling a number of simple conditions, then a mask based on brown algae will have a qualitative effect and help get rid of various kinds of aesthetic problems:

• Algae mask requires preliminary preparation: pre-soak a tablespoon of algae in about the same amount of warm purified water, then squeeze well and use the resulting mixture as a ready-made mask or home care base;
• If you decide to add components, do not forget that for best mixing they should be at room temperature;
• Apply the finished mask only on a previously cleansed face - this will allow the components of the product to penetrate into the deepest layers of the dermis;
• Beauticians recommend applying a kelp mask in a prone position, since the composition has the property of "sliding" down;
• The exposure time of the composition takes no more than 20 minutes, it is not recommended to keep it longer because of the possibility of overdrying the skin;
• Wash off composition you can use ordinary water;
• After rinsing, be sure to use a moisturizer - it will fix the effect of the procedure and additionally moisturize the epidermis.
• Use a brown algae maskIt is recommended not more than 1 time in 7-10 days and a course of up to 12 procedures in a row.

Consumers love kelp for its availability and low cost, in their opinion, brown algae easily replaces expensive alginate masks. Already after the first application of the mask, the face is noticeably cleansed, pores are reduced and sebum production is normalized - the oily sheen disappears somewhere for several days.