How To Use The Right Spirulina Mask For Maximum Results

Illustration of wearing a spirulina mask (Isabell Winter / Unsplash)

JAKARTA - Spirulina is a bluish green pigmented algae that grows in tropical and subtropical waters. Spirulina is often processed as food because it is rich in nutrients. This then makes spirulina famous as a super food.

Besides being processed as food, spirulina is also believed to bring benefits for facial skin beauty by being used as a mask. The spirulina mask has been tested to brighten the face, treat acne, control skin inflammation, and smooth skin texture.

If you are interested in trying it as a facial treatment, here are some ways to use a spirulina mask that VOI can recommend.

Mix spirulina powder and honey to treat acne

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You can make a special mask for acne prone skin with a mixture of spirulina powder and honey. You only need to add a little water to dissolve the spirulina powder. Then, mix in honey until it gets the right texture to apply to the face. Try not to be too liquid and thick.

Apply this spirulina mask to your face and let it sit for 30 minutes. After that, rinse your face with warm water.

Mix spirulina powder with olive oil to moisturize your face

Olive Oil (Fig: Polina Tankilevitch-Pexels)

Not only treating acne, but spirulina masks can also be used to moisturize the face. The method is easy. Mix one teaspoon of spirulina and three tablespoons of olive oil. Stir until the spirulina powder and olive oil are well combined.

After that, apply the mask to the face area and let it sit for 20 minutes. Use warm water and facial soap to rinse and remove the remaining oil on the skin.

Mix spirulina powder and lemon juice to remove blackheads

Lemon (Fig: Lukas-Pexels)

Annoyed by the appearance of blackheads on the nose area? You can use spirulina powder with lemon juice to treat this problem. Simply mix half a teaspoon of spirulina powder with two teaspoons of lemon juice. Then, apply the mask to your facial skin and let it sit for 15 minutes. Rinse your face with warm water afterward.

Mix spirulina powder with water to brighten the face

Spirulina (Image: Foodism360-Unsplash)

Want to have a bright face? try using a spirulina mask with water. It's easy, mix one tablespoon of spirulina powder with one and a half tablespoons of water. Stir until the spirulina powder and water are evenly mixed and thickened. Polish the mask on the face and let stand for 15 minutes, then rinse.

There are some important notes for you before using a spirulina mask. First, clean your face and make sure you have done double cleansing beforehand. Second, rinse your face with warm water or put a warm towel over your face.

The goal is to open the pores of the face so that the mask's nutrients can be absorbed well into the facial skin. Finally, use your regular skin care after using a spirulina mask. Other facial care products will help your skin stay healthy.