Glowing Skin: Diy Aroma Gold Facial At Home

Gold facials are a popular skincare treatment that can improve your skin's glow and radiance. They are known for their skin brightening and anti-ageing properties. The famous Egyptian queen Cleopatra is said to have used a gold facial mask every night, and gold has since been a part of Roman and Japanese skincare routines. Gold facials are usually expensive, but with gold facial kits readily available in the market, you can give yourself a relaxing gold facial at home.

Cleanse with a gold cleanser

Cleansing is the first step of your Aroma Gold Facial. It is important to ensure your face is thoroughly cleansed before you proceed with the rest of the facial.

The Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic Gold Facial Kit includes a gold facial cleanser as its first step. This cleanser contains aqua, Cymbopogon martini oil, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Grandi's seed extract, citrus medical Limonum extract, and citrus Aurantium oil.

To use this cleanser, follow these steps:

• Cleanse your face gently with the cleanser for 3 minutes.
• Wipe your face with damp cotton to remove the cleanser.

It is important to note that this particular gold facial kit is not suitable for acne-prone or chronic acne skin.

Alternatively, you can also try the Masqueology 24K Gold Cleanser. This is a lightweight gel cleanser that lathers into a light foam. It contains gold, which has anti-aging properties, and green tea leaf extract to soothe redness and moisturize the skin.

• Dispense a dime-sized amount of the cleanser.
• Gently massage it onto your damp face, avoiding the eye area.
• Lather into a foam and rinse with lukewarm water.
• Follow with your regular skincare routine or the Masqueology Gold Toner for best results.

Remember, cleansing is a crucial step in your facial routine, so take your time and ensure your skin is thoroughly cleansed before moving on to the next steps of your Aroma Gold Facial.

Steam treatment

Steaming your face is an easy and affordable way to cleanse your pores and target dry skin. It is a common step in spa-grade facials, and can be easily done at home. The steam helps open up your pores, making it easier to draw out impurities and allowing skincare products to penetrate deeper into your skin.

Step 1: Cleanse and Exfoliate

Before steaming your face, make sure to thoroughly cleanse your skin to remove any makeup, dirt, and impurities. You can use a gentle face cleanser or a detoxifying, pore-clearing cleanser. If you have sensitive or dry skin, you may want to avoid exfoliation and opt for a gentler technique.

Step 2: Prepare the Steam

Bring a small pot or bowl of water to a boil. You only need a few cups of water. Once the water is heated, carefully transfer it to a ceramic bowl and let it cool down slightly. You can use tap water or distilled/spring water.

Step 3: Add Essential Oils or Herbs (Optional)

To enhance your steam facial experience, you can add essential oils or fresh/dried herbs to the water. This will release beneficial aromas and turn your bathroom into a spa. Here are some suggestions:

• Citrus-scented essential oils for an invigorating experience.
• Lavender or chamomile essential oils for relaxation.
• Rose essential oil for an uplifting effect.
• Eucalyptus oil for the ultimate spa experience.

Step 4: Steam Your Face

Stand over the bowl, keeping your face about 12 inches away from the water. Drape a sheet or towel over your head and shoulders to create a steam tent. Keep your eyes closed and inhale and exhale slowly for five to ten minutes. If you feel uncomfortable, remove the towel and move away from the steam.

Step 5: Apply a Mask (Optional)

After steaming, you can further clarify your skin by using a clay face mask or cleanser to remove any remaining impurities. You can also use plain honey to achieve similar effects.

Step 6: Tone Your Skin

Use a gentle toner and a cotton pad to sweep over your skin. This will help remove any remaining dirt and impurities from your pores. If you don't have a toner, you can use apple cider vinegar, which has antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Mix it with equal parts filtered water or use less apple cider vinegar if your skin is sensitive.

Step 7: Moisturize

Finish off your steam facial by applying a moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated. You can use your favorite moisturizer or opt for natural oils like rose hip seed or coconut oil.

It is important to note that at-home steam facials should not be done daily. Always listen to your skin and adjust the frequency accordingly.

Exfoliate with a gold scrub

Exfoliating your skin with a gold scrub is a great way to achieve a radiant, youthful glow. Here is a detailed guide on how to exfoliate with a gold scrub as part of your at-home aroma gold facial:

Choosing the Right Scrub

First, select a gold scrub that is suitable for your skin type. If you have sensitive skin, it is essential to choose a scrub that is gentle and non-irritating. The Aroma Magic Gold Facial Kit is a popular option that is suitable for normal to dry and sensitive skin.

Preparing Your Skin

Before exfoliating, it is important to cleanse your skin to remove any dirt, oil, or impurities. Use a gentle gold cleanser and massage it into your skin for about a minute. Then, wipe it off with a clean towel or a damp cotton pad. This will ensure that your skin is ready for exfoliation.

Exfoliating with the Gold Scrub

Now, it's time to apply the gold scrub. Take a small amount of the scrub and gently massage it onto your face and neck using gentle, circular motions. Focus on areas with blocked pores, such as your nose and cheeks, and apply a little more pressure to these areas. Continue scrubbing for 2-3 minutes, then rinse your face with clean water.

Benefits of Gold Scrub

Gold scrubs offer a range of benefits for your skin. Gold has anti-oxidant properties, which can help reduce acne and smooth acne scars. Additionally, gold particles can enhance collagen production, improve skin tone and texture, and provide anti-aging protection. Exfoliating with a gold scrub will leave your skin feeling soft, radiant, and healthy.

Post-Exfoliation Care

After exfoliating, it is important to moisturize your skin to maintain its hydration and protect it from environmental damage. Apply a light moisturizer or a sunscreen to ensure your skin is protected and nourished.

Remember to be gentle when exfoliating, as over-exfoliation can irritate the skin. It is generally recommended to exfoliate 1-3 times a week, depending on your skin type. Always perform a patch test before using any new product to ensure it is suitable for your skin.

Massage with a gold cream/gel

Step 1: Steam your face (optional)

Before applying the gold cream/gel, you can steam your face to open the pores and bring impurities to the surface of the skin. This step is optional, but it can help the ingredients in your products to reach deeper levels of your skin. Take a bowl of hot water and bend over it with a towel over your head to prevent the steam from escaping. Do this for 5-7 minutes.

Step 2: Apply the gold cream/gel

Take the gold massage cream or gel that comes with your gold facial kit. Now, start massaging your face and neck in an upward direction to increase blood circulation. This is a vital step in any facial routine, so take your time—massage your face for about 10-20 minutes.

Step 3: Let the cream/gel absorb

You don't have to wash off the cream from your face. Leave it for some time, and the cream/gel will get absorbed by the skin. Using a wet cloth, wipe your face and neck gently.

Step 4: Seal in moisture (optional)

If your kit doesn't contain a gold lotion, you can use your own moisturiser and apply it evenly to your face and neck by massaging in a circular motion. This step is important to prevent dirt and bacteria from entering the pores of your skin after it has been deeply cleansed.

Apply a gold face mask

Now it's time to apply your gold face mask! There are many gold face masks available on the market, including the Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic Gold Facial Kit, which is a 7-step facial kit that promises to revive and restore youthful radiance to dull wheatish skin. This kit includes a gold facial face cleanser, gold facial protein bleach, gold radiance gel, gold facial skin serum, gold facial nourishing cream, and a gold facial face pack.

• Clean your face with sachet no. 1 for 3 minutes. Wipe off with damp cotton.
• Make a paste of sachet nos. 2 & 3 (gold facial protein bleach and gold facial AHA gel). Apply all over the face and neck. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Massage gently for 3 minutes with damp fingers. Wipe off with damp cotton.
• Apply one layer of sachet no. 4 (gold radiance gel) all over the face and neck.
• Apply a layer of sachet no. 5 (gold facial skin serum) all over the face and neck and leave it on for 3 minutes.
• Massage with sachet no.6 (gold facial nourishing cream) for 10-15 minutes. Wipe off.
• Apply a layer of sachet no. 7 (gold facial face pack) all over the face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Leave it on for 15 minutes and wipe off. Apply sunscreen to ensure protection.

Other gold face masks are also available with different application methods. For example, the 24-karat gold Memebox Lindsay Luxury Magic Mask is a two-step process: you mix the gold liquid and gold powder together and then slather the mixture on your clean face. Let it dry for 20-30 minutes and then peel it off.

There are also gold peel-off masks, such as the AZURE 24K Gold Firming Peel Off Face Mask, which you apply to your face and then peel off after it dries.

When choosing a gold face mask, be sure to read the instructions carefully and follow the recommended application method for the specific product you are using.

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