Unless you’re a chemist, you may be scratching your head a little bit about the latest beauty trend involving enzyme masks. We promise that you don’t have to earn a degree in chemistry in order to understand what an enzyme mask is and how to use one! We also promise that once you learn about enzyme masks and all of the benefits from them you will want to try them out for yourself.
What Is an Enzyme Mask?
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Before we get into what is an enzyme mask, we are going to talk about what enzymes are. Enzymes are completely natural substances that act to speed up chemical reactions in the body. An enzyme mask incorporates enzymes in addition to other beneficial ingredients to help nourish and soothe your skin.
How Does an Enzyme Mask Work?
Enzymes help speed up reactions on your skin and have a few main benefits on their own. Combined with other beneficial ingredients, there are several different types of enzyme masks that do different things for your skin including exfoliation and soothing inflammation. Odds are that you already exfoliate on a regular basis, but did you know that there are two different types of exfoliants? The one that you are probably most familiar with are mechanical exfoliants like scrubs that you use to literally scrub the dead skin off your face. However, these methods can be a bit rough on delicate skin depending on the type of exfoliant used. This is where chemical exfoliants like enzymes come in. Enzymes are used to eliminate that top layer of dead skin with no scrubbing thereby leaving your skin even and nourished. Your skin is nourished after using an enzyme mask because enzymes scavenge free radicals and help protect and repair the skin from any damage it has sustained from things like the sun, pollution, or acne.
Why Should You Use an Enzyme Mask?
However, exfoliation and nourishment aren’t the only benefits of enzyme masks. Enzymes when combined with other beneficial ingredients provide a whole host of amazing effects for your skin. After using an enzyme mask you are bound to notice the difference and want to share it with the world due to these effects:
- Improves skin tone
- Brightens skin for a healthy glow
- Decreases the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines
- Diminishes pore sizes
- Reduces dark spots and acne scars
- Smooths, softens, and hydrates your skin
How to Use an Enzyme Mask?
Every enzyme mask is different, and the first step to using an enzyme mask is to find the right one for you. The first thing that you need to think about is your skin type and your skin goals. If you have dry skin, look for a product that is particularly moisturizing. If you have really sensitive skin, look for a product that is free of problematic chemicals and other additives. While most enzyme mask products shouldn’t be loaded with chemicals and instead have natural ingredients, some still do so make sure that you read the label and look for great ingredients like:
- Pineapple
- Papaya
- Pumpkin
- Blueberry
- Tomato
- Passionfruit
- Kiwi
- Lemon
Overall, when it comes to enzyme masks, a little goes a long way since they are so powerful. So start off slow in order to get your skin used to the treatment and increase the use until you achieve your desired effects.
Enzyme masks are something that every beauty-lover needs to know about and add into their skincare ritual. Consider your skin type and goals before purchasing products from companies that are reputable and use natural ingredients to ensure that your skin is getting the best possible treatment.
