Making a natural face mask
The skin is the organ most exposed to the toxic elements in the environment. It breathes and absorbs everything that surrounds and touches it. Taking proper care of it is a fundamental part of our overall health.
The skin is not only responsible for protecting us from the viruses and bacteria present in the outside world. It is also, in large part, responsible for cleansing our body of all useless and counterproductive elements and waste.
Natural facial masks are a perfect tool for taking care of our skin from the outside in.
What is a natural facial mask?
A face mask is a layer of natural products applied to the entire face to cleanse, exfoliate, and remove dead skin cells. It is one of the best ways to hydrate the face: its active ingredients moisturize, nourish, and purify the deeper layers, such as the dermis or hypodermis.
Types of Facial Masks
Within the world of cosmetics, there are different types of facial masks with different benefits for the skin. One factor to take into account when choosing the type of product we are going to use is our skin type.
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Clay mask
The application time for this product is usually 15 to 20 minutes. In addition to clay, it usually includes salts that stimulate blood circulation in the face, favoring the supply of nutrients. It cleanses the skin of toxins and impurities, is exfoliating, absorbs oil from the skin, and provides revitalizing minerals. It is ideal for oily skin.
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Peel-off mask
Once more popular, it is not usually very commercial anymore. The traditional methodology consists of applying a gel to the face and, after a certain amount of time, removing it like a kind of skin that has been created upon contact with the air. The removal process can sometimes be a bit painful, which is why it is not recommended for sensitive skin.
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Sheet mask
This is currently one of the most widely used. It consists of a cellulose mask soaked in a lotion with active ingredients that are highly beneficial for the skin. Once 15-20 minutes have passed, it can be removed very easily, and the lotion left impregnated on the face can be used as a moisturizer. It helps minimize wrinkles, promotes facial brightness, hydrates, provides nutrients, and eliminates impurities. It is perfect for all skin types, and its function differs according to its components.
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Bubble mask
This mask has been incorporated into the cosmetic market very recently and is showing very interesting results. Once applied to the face, it has a mousse texture that forms many tiny bubbles. Its base ingredients are charcoal and clay, to which antioxidant elements, green tea, nutrients, etc., are added. It stimulates the skin very gently and is very easy to remove.
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Exfoliating mask
It is used to exfoliate and deeply cleanse the skin, discarding all its dead cells and impurities. It is important to perform circular movements when applying it and to remove it gently with plenty of water. Some redness may remain on the face due to its exfoliating particles. They are not highly recommended for sensitive skin or those suffering from rosacea.
When to use a face mask?
A face mask requires time and attention: therefore, the first thing is to dedicate a space in our day to this cleansing ritual. We can use it as a moment to slow down, disconnect from the demands of the outside world, and relax. In the beauty ritual, the mask is used after facial cleansing and toner, and before the serum, moisturizer, and eye cream.
How to make a face mask?
There are many ways to make homemade face masks. The important thing is that the ingredients used are high quality and come from Mother Earth. One must prioritize organic products, because otherwise, the skin will absorb all the pesticides and herbicides used in growing the food.
A traditional face mask is the one made of coffee, honey, and lemon: mix a little coffee with a tablespoon of honey and then use half a lemon to help apply the mixture all over the face. Let it act for about 10 minutes and rinse with warm water.
Another very good mask, especially for dry skin, is the avocado one: mash the avocado pulp with a fork and gradually add extra virgin olive oil until creating a creamy paste. Spread the mixture over the face, massage, and let it act for approximately 15 minutes. After that time, remove with cold or warm water and apply a moisturizer.
The oatmeal mask is used to soothe the skin, being a perfect option for sensitive skin. You just have to crush a banana, add two teaspoons of oatmeal and the juice of a squeezed lemon. Mix the ingredients and apply the paste to the face, neck, and décolletage. Let the mask do its work for about 15 minutes and remove it with warm water.
With what Saper products can we make a face mask?
Being aware of the wonderful effects of facial masks for the skin, we have devised a perfect product, which is very kind to our body, the environment, and has no adverse effects. Our range of facial products is 100% organic, made in our private laboratory, and has not been tested on animals. 
Our Bio·Renewal Detox Mask from the Anti-aging line is made with bioactive ingredients such as gardenia, rice powder, or argan exfoliating particles, which:
- Slow down skin aging
- Help repair and prevent damage caused by pollution
- Remove dead cells
- Promote complete regeneration
In addition, unlike other masks, it only needs to be applied for 5 minutes. We know that life moves faster than we would like and we want to make things as easy as possible for you. This does not mean that it is not effective: its high-quality ingredients and the extensive research behind it make it an ideal mask.
Here is the video tutorial so you have no doubts about how to apply and remove it:
