Facials are a great way to pamper your skin to treat current breakouts and purge your pores to prevent acne in the future. A decadent facial will leave you with a relaxed state of mind and smooth clean skin. Pampering your skin once a week with an acne facial takes less than an hour, and will improve the tone and clarity of your skin.
Get Prepared
To enhance your relaxation during your facial, you should get all your supplies together before you begin. You will need one large towel and a hand towel, a large bowl, and your regular cleanser, exfoliating scrub and moisturizer.
Boil water right before you start so it can cool slightly during the initial steps of the facial. Prepare your facial mask by mixing two tablespoons of honey with a splash of lemon juice. Cover the mask mix and set aside for later.
Cleanse and Exfoliate Your Skin
Your skin must be properly prepared to reap all the benefits of an acne facial. Begin by cleansing your face and neck, massaging the cleanser gently into your skin using circular motions. Spend a few extra minutes working the cleanser into your skin to boost circulation and help you relax, then rinse thoroughly with warm water.
After your face is clean, you must exfoliate to scrub away dead skin cells to get the full benefits of the upcoming facial mask. Use a mild scrub containing salicylic acid, a mild acne medication. The salicylic acid will loosen dead skin, while the beads will scrub the skin cells away. Scrub your face gently, concentrating on acne-prone and oily areas. Rinse your face thoroughly with warm water.
Steam Open Your Pores
Use steam to open your pores so they can be deeply cleansed by the facial. Pour the slightly cooled boiling water into a bowl. Position your face over the bowl at a comfortable distance, and place a towel over your head and the bowl to trap in the steam and effectively open your pores. Allow the steam to open your pores for 10 to 15 minutes.
Apply Your Facial
With your pores open from the steam, you are ready to apply the facial mask. Honey and lemon will help treat acne and prevent future breakouts, while moisturizing and soothing your skin. Apply the face mask over your face and neck, avoiding your lips and eye areas. Allow the mask to set on your face for 30 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with warm water. Close your pores by splashing your face with cold water, then dry your face with the clean hand towel.
Moisturize Your Skin
With your pores clean and your face smooth, the last step is to seal in moisture. Apply your regular moisturizer to your skin. Take some time to gently massage the moisturizer into your skin. Close your eyes and allow yourself to relax as you massage your face, and enjoy the feel of your fresh smooth skin.
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