Alginate mask - algal protection

In recent years, greatly increased enthusiasm for seafood in the manufacture of cosmetics. Following the anti-cellulite seaweed wraps, sea salt in products for the face, spreading rapidly and the use of alginate mask. Alginates - a relatively new word in the beauty industry, but by adapting to modern needs, masks on their basis are considered to be unique and universal.

Alginates their properties are required to algae, in which they reside. Substances are salts of alginic acid and its chemical structure are polysaccharides. This most valuable acid was discovered only in the eighties of the last century, but its amazing properties have been applied very quickly.

Alginates are actively involved in the life of algae, protecting cells against the introduction of harmful metals. Acid binds metal ions, which encroach on the health of cells, and displays them. This ability to resist "the enemy" attack proved invaluable for today's cosmetic industry, which is concerned with comprehensive protection and restoration of the skin.

These masks, which are now made in beauty salons Beauty, from hairstyles to krioliftinga Originally existed in the form of dressings in the medical room. Experts noted that the mass with alginates imposed on the affected areas, effectively heals the skin. It was used for burns, ulcers, bedsores, lacerations, to stop bleeding and regeneration covers. In addition, the ability to remove heavy metals, has been very useful for the detoxification of the body as a whole. So, a big step from the medicine, masks have appeared in beauty salons.

Application Features

Masks alginate produced mainly in the form of powders. Each mask has its useful components that are selected according to indications. They can be plant extracts, essential oils, moisturizing and nourishing elements, substances that break down fats.

Alginate mass itself has a positive effect on the skin. It moisturizes, has a draining effect stimulates blood circulation, which ultimately makes it an excellent basis for rapid masks.

Their feature is the flexibility, as well as water and air tightness. After mixing with water or a special solution of the powder was adjusted to the consistency of thick cream Smetana: untold riches of Russian cuisine . The resulting mass is quickly applied to clean skin, which is already five to seven minutes to thicken. Unmask a single layer - it remains soft and pliable.

Like any rapid procedure designed for a short period of time (about 20 minutes), algae mask requires certain physical conditions. Depending on need, they share cooling and heating.

The mask can act as an independent medical-cosmetic element and superimposed upon the various procedures to secure the effect. After its removal beautician massages the affected area, then a person should spend about half an hour to rest.

Effects and contraindications

The duration of alginate masks depends on the evidence and the severity of the problem. Beauticians recommend to resort to them as once a week or every other day, stretching the course of 12-15 procedures.

Alginate is used as a mask on the face, and the whole body. Indications are problematic skin, age changes, dryness, irritation, loss of tone, hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentation - cosmetic defect or sign of the disease?   and serious medical illnesses as dermatosis, rosacea. This applies to surface manifestations, but they are not the masks ends. With their help, treated cellulite, held the overall detoxification of the body. The skin becomes fresh, smooth and even, and the person feels rested.

Contraindications to algae mask are cancer and idiosyncrasy of the substances included in the.

Eugene Zhirkina

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