A sulfur acne mask is a type of beauty product used to reduce the appearance of acne as well as prevent new blemishes from forming. Available from many different skin care lines, this type of mask relies on the antibacterial properties of sulfur, as well as other acne-treating ingredients, to help treat and reduce acne.
Sulfur is a non-metallic element, found throughout the world near volcanic areas and hot springs. It has been used by humans for thousands of years, for many different purposes such as making gunpowder and as an additive to dyestuffs. The antifungal and antibacterial properties of sulfur make it useful in fertilizer and as a treatment for crops, as well as for acne treatments.