Description
This mineral rich Charcoal Peel-Off Mask combines the purifying benefits of charcoal with the deep cleansing properties of a peel-off mask for a glowing, clear complexion. This one package is good for 3 applications.
Features and Benefits
- Removes blackheads and dirt from skin’s pores
- Exfoliates and brightens for a luminous complexion
- Refines texture for ultra-soft skin.
How to Use
Apply an even layer to clean, dry skin, avoiding the eye area, eyebrows, hairline and lips. Once completely dry, gently peel off mask starting from the outer edges. Wash off any residue with water. Follow with moisturizer or a Skin Republic Mask Sheet.
Warning: These masks are serious on exfoliation. Please conduct a patch test before using to check skin sensitivity. Apply a thin layer avoiding sensitive areas such as around the eyes, eyebrows, hairline and mouth.
Key Ingredients
Charcoal
An excellent skin purifier charcoal acts as a magnet to draw out dirt, oil and bacteria from the skin’s pores. Activated charcoal is so effective that its proven to adsorb 200 times its own mass.
Green Tea
Green tea extract is naturally rich in antioxidants, which help protect the body from free radicals. It has also been shown that green tea has the ability to rejuvenate old skin cells that are at the end of their life cycle, with the added benefit of having anti-inflammatory properties.
Lemon Extract
Acts as a natural exfoliant as it contains citric acid which helps to remove dead skin cells, reduce the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation. Lemon’s anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties make it effective in treating acne.
Grape Extract
The antioxidants present in grapes protect the skin from the harmful effects of free radicals helping to prevent premature aging. Grapes contain vitamin C which is known for its superior skin brightening capabilities. Vitamin C is also necessary to produce collagen which helps skin retain its elasticity and youthful plumpness. The enzymes present in grapes exfoliate the skin removing dead skin cells helping to reduce dark spots and pigmentation.
Strawberry Extract
Strawberries contain alpha-hydroxy acids, ellagic acid and vitamin C making it an excellent skin exfoliant. These natural acids work at removing dead skin cells which help to improve the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation. Salicylic acid is also found in strawberries and it well known for its ability to reduce and prevent acne. Strawberries also contain vitamin B, glucose, carotene and amino acids all of which are necessary for healthy, radiant skin. The red pigment found in strawberries (anthocyanins) have been found to enhance skin cell survival and prevent DNA damage caused by the sun’s UV rays.