Have Your Tried Body Masks? Start Soon If You Want Soft, Supple, Detoxed Skin

Just like we have face masks, our body also needs a detox. Therefore we have body masks which can be bought off the shelf or can be made at home. These masks are helpful in getting rid of dry skin, working on the elasticity of the skin, exfoliation, and to simply help one relax. These masks mostly contain clay, hydrogel, and antioxidants.

Body masks add moisture to your body from head to toe. They treat acne and other such skin conditions. So you can also make your skin softer and pamper yourself with these homemade body masks.

The Key Ingredients & Packs

If acne is a problem for you then make a clay mask or buy one. The goodness in clay works on pigmentation and spots you may not have noticed in your skin. It opens blocked pores as well.

If you have eczema-prone skin or in other words, sensitive skin then get or make a mask that has anti-inflammatory properties. Mix together honey and coconut milk with some rose water and apply all over the body till your neck.

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To soften your skin, you can utilise oatmeal buy cooking it a bit in some milk and then mashing it to make a paste. Take some honey and mix it in the oatmeal and apply all over the body. Let it dry up a little and then with wet hands start massaging your skin in circularmotions. This will exfoliate your skin and nourish it at the same time.

One super luxurious ingredient is chocolate. A mask made using cocoa and some coconut oil will make you feel really pampered and it adds a glow you will love.

Types Of Masks Available

Besides clay solutions, there are many other masks available that concentrate on different body parts. In Korea, you also get masks just for feet, your eyes, lips, and even buttocks.

Can Body Masks Be Damaging?

Considered safe, body masks are rather effective as long as you do not overdo it. It is important to do this pampering treatment once every 15 days. It is also important that you use a pack that suits your skin type and it is also dependent on the weather and season. Most salons advise against chocolate body packs in the summer season.

One more key point that should be kept in mind is that your packs should be made of natural ingredients. So apply the packs, you can also use face packs that you apply on the face but make sure it suits your skin type.

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