Everything you need to know about natural face masks.

The mask is a facial treatment that works deeply on the various layers of the epidermis toaddress skin concerns in a targeted manner for immediate and visible results, providing the skin with all the elements and active principles it needs. The application of a semi-thick layer and the setting time of a few minutes to several hours precisely allow for better absorption of active substances by the skin. Used once or twice a week, it complements daily beauty routines to more effectively reduce imperfections, and restore radiance and tone to the skin.

Hydrating, soothing, exfoliating, purifying... there are several types of facial masks tailored to the needs of each skin type. Depending on their formulations, face masks have multiple benefits and actions: they rid the skin of minor imperfections and nuisances (blackheads, dull complexion, shiny skin, redness, spots, etc...), can restore the skin's hydrolipidic film, nourish and deeply hydrate the skin, reduce pigmentation spots, regulate sebum production, or even diminish signs of ageing or fatigue.

To fully reap the benefits and observe the effects on skin quality, it is crucial to select a mask based on your skin type. Purifying, hydrating, firming, exfoliating, soothing... each skin type has its specific facial mask.

• Mask for dry skin.

  Prone to redness, tightness, and itching, dry skin typically presents a dull appearance and tightened pores. These symptoms are the result of a deficiency in sebum production. A mask with active ingredients possessing hydrating and nourishing properties (aloe vera, shea butter, argan vegetable oil, tremella extract, etc.) is then necessary for this skin type.

  Furthermore, dry skin also requires a care with a creamy texture rich in soothing active ingredients to calm the epidermis and provide an immediate sense of comfort. Thus, this type of mask will help to strengthen the skin's natural barrier, to regain soft, supple and plump skin, to intensely hydrate the epidermis, while reducing feelings of discomfort.

• Mask for combination skin.

  A combination skin has a shiny, oily appearance on the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) with enlarged pores, while the skin on the rest of the face (cheeks, temples) can be dry to normal. If you have this skin type, it is recommended to use several masks on the different areas of your face: this is what we call "multimasking" and it allows to bring specific benefits to each part of the face.

  Thanks to this technique, you can moisturise dry areas, purify oilier ones, or soothe more sensitive areas. Apply a purifying mask on the T-zone and a gel-textured moisturising mask on the dry to normal areas. Thanks to these masks, the skin is once again radiant, mattified and soft.

• Mask for oily skin and with blemishes.

  A shiny complexion, blackheads, enlarged and clogged pores, comedones... these are the main characteristics of oily skin. If you exhibit these signs, you should opt for a mask with purifying and absorbent formulas. This type of facial mask is recommended to absorb excess sebum, regulate its secretion, unclog and cleanse enlarged pores, mattify the skin and limit the appearance of blemishes. With a clay-like texture, this type of mask is generally composed of clay, charcoal, zinc, etc.

• Mask for mature skin.

  As we age, the synthesis of collagen and elastin decreases, and the skin loses its elasticity, suppleness, firmness and radiance. Wrinkles, fine lines and brown spots begin to appear. To combat these signs of ageing, opt for a mask rich in firming and plumping active ingredients that helps to densify the skin. Our night-time firming mask with prickly pear oil, shea butter and immortelle essential oil is recommended for this skin type. In addition to nourishing and deeply hydrating the epidermis, this face mask will stimulate collagen synthesis and cellular regeneration, protect the skin against free radicals, fade wrinkles and refine the skin's texture.

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