Should I wash my face after applying the mask

Most women’s skin care products should include facial masks, because if you apply facial masks frequently, they can achieve a strong moisturizing effect. Moreover, most facial masks are relatively cheap and their effects are very obvious, so many women choose to use facial masks to maintain their faces. However, there has always been controversy about whether or not to wash off the facial mask after applying it. So, should you wash off the facial mask after applying it?

Should I wash my face after applying the mask?

1. Patch mask: Patch mask is like a shot of adrenaline, which quickly makes your skin hydrated and tender. It is the most commonly used and best mask now. Usually a mask contains about 25 ml of lotion essence. After use, gently massage until the remaining lotion on your face is absorbed. At this time, your face already has a thin protective layer, which you do not need to wash off and can proceed with subsequent maintenance procedures. Ladies, please decide based on your skin condition. If you have oily skin, it is recommended to wash it with clean water, and then apply toner and refreshing lotion or cream. Also, when peeling off the mask, do it from bottom to top.

2. Wash-free sleeping mask This is a sleeping mask, which helps the skin to lock in moisture while you sleep, so that the skin will be hydrated the next day. However, just apply a layer evenly enough. Too much will cause the skin to be overwhelmed, blood circulation will be poor, and the skin will become darker. If you are worried about it getting on your clothes or pillow, you can use a single layer of cotton pad to gently press and remove the excess. Please note that the sleeping mask does not need to be washed only during a certain period of time, not that you do not need to wash it at all. It is best to clean the facial mask within 6 to 8 hours before going to bed to avoid blocking the skin's normal breathing and metabolism. So after a night, you should still wash your face and then apply daily moisturizing products. Tips: If you have sensitive or oily skin, it is best not to use a sleeping mask. Overnight masks may cause acne on the skin. Overnight masks are long-lasting moisturizers. Girls with oily skin can choose some more refreshing and moisturizing sleeping masks.

3. Jelly mask Jelly mask is generally called washable mask. This mask will feel a bit sticky on the face after it dries, which is very uncomfortable. So you still have to wash it. Also, most liquid masks are gel-type, which can repair our skin at night. In order for this type of smear-type mask to work best, it must be applied in a thick layer, and the highest standard is that the original skin color cannot be seen. It is not recommended to use jelly masks in autumn and winter. At this time, the skin needs a little temperature to promote the skin to absorb nutrients. 4. Peel-off mask: Peel-off mask is generally used to remove blackheads. After cleaning before applying the mask, steam your face with hot water, or apply a hot towel to the nose, and then apply it. This can open the pores, making it easier to remove fat blackheads deep inside the pores. This mask must be washed off, and after washing, you should use a toner that shrinks pores.

Strictly follow the mask application time

It is generally recommended to apply the mask for 15 to 20 minutes, and no longer than 20 minutes. Please remember that you must not exceed the time limit. Especially for sheet masks, if you wait until the moisture in the mask evaporates before removing it, the mask will absorb the moisture from your skin instead, so you must not leave it on for longer than the specified time. After removing the mask, apply the essence in the mask bag to your face and do some lifting massage with your hands to speed up the absorption of the ingredients.

Only sheet masks can be used in the shower

Many girls think that when taking a shower there is plenty of steam and the pores are completely open, so applying a layer of jelly mask will have a better effect. In fact, this view is wrong. Except for patch-type masks that can be used in the bath, other masks such as sleeping masks or peel-off masks should not be used at this time. The water vapor will affect the closeness of the mask to the skin, and the effect will be greatly reduced.

Don’t apply facial mask every day

It is best not to apply facial mask every day, even if it is a wash-free or gel mask, you should not apply it every day. Applying a facial mask every day will cause the skin to be overnourished, making it impossible for the skin to best absorb the nutrients in the mask. This will waste the effectiveness of the mask. It is best to apply a facial mask 3 times a week.

Apply lotion before applying mask

Be sure to apply toner before applying a facial mask. Toner can play a good drainage role, continuously injecting the nutrients in the mask into the skin. If you don’t apply toner beforehand, the mask will take longer to enter the pores and the effect will be reduced. My experience is that you can directly apply the essence in the mask bag on your face, and then put on the mask when your face feels moisturized. It saves both essence and lotion. Kill two birds with one stone.