Probably, many will be surprised to learn that such a drug known in medicine as acetylsalicylic acid or aspirin, is also applicable in cosmetology. Masks with this substance cleans the skin well. But to do masks from pure aspirin it is not necessary, as this preparation strongly dries a skin. As a nutritional and moisturizing component, various oils and honey are added. Below we will describe how to prepare and apply face masks with aspirin and honey.
Honey and Aspirin from Acne
This mask helps to clear the skin of acne , in addition, it gives it elasticity, nourishes the skin and cleanses the pores. But before you apply this mask on your face, first test on a small area of the back of your wrist. If there is an allergy to some component of the mixture, the skin will turn red. So, to prepare a face mask from honey and aspirin, we will need:
- aspirin - 4 tablets;
- water - 1 teaspoon;
- liquid honey - 0,5 tsp.
Further:
- Aspirin tablets are comminuted.
- We pour water into the powder and add liquid honey.
- Stir the mixture until the formation of gruel, and then put it on the face. You do not need to touch the skin around your eyes.
- Hold this mask for about 10 minutes, and then wash it off with warm water.
Cleaning the face with aspirin and honey is recommended not to be done more than once a week.
For dry skin of the face it will be useful to do the following cleansing mask, for preparation of which it is necessary to take:
- acetylsalicylic acid in tablets - 3 pcs .;
- honey natural - 1 tablespoon;
- cosmetic jojoba oil or aloe vera - 1 teaspoon.
Further:
- Liquid components (honey and butter) are mixed and heated mixture in a water bath.
- Then push the aspirin tablets, sift them, and pour the powder into the honey mixture.
- Mix the ingredients again and cool the mixture a little.
- Before applying it, the skin of the face must first be steamed.
- Hold this mask for about 20 minutes, and then wash it off.
Special Recommendations
Before using masks from aspirin, pay attention to these points:
- Aspirin tablets should be used only in pure form, no additives and shells are acceptable in this case.
- Masks from aspirin should be applied immediately after preparation, you can not store such mixtures.
- If after applying the mask of aspirin and honey you have experienced discomfort in the form of burning or tingling, the mask should be washed off immediately to avoid irritation and redness.
- Apply masks with aspirin before bedtime, so that the skin rests, because the medicine acts as a perfect scrub.