Can I not wash my face after applying a facial mask?

In order to slow down their aging process, women will try various methods, such as daily facial care, applying various skin care products, applying facial masks, and doing maintenance, trying every possible means. Many girls don’t know whether to wash their faces after applying facial masks at night or just massage the essence of the mask for absorption. The question of whether you can avoid washing your face after applying a mask depends on the type of mask you apply. Let’s learn about it together.

1. Sheet mask - best for oily skin

After using the sheet mask, your face will have a thin protective layer and you don’t need to wash it. However, for oily skin, it is recommended to wash with clean water, and then apply toner and refreshing lotion or cream.

2. Sleeping mask - no need to wash for a certain period of time

Of course you don’t need to wash off the sleeping mask. But remember, do not apply it too thickly, otherwise the skin will be overwhelmed and blood circulation will be poor, making the skin darker. It should be noted that the sleeping mask does not need to be washed only during a certain period of time, not that it can be left unwashed. 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.

3. Jelly mask - wash immediately after use

This mask will feel a bit sticky on the face when it dries, which is very uncomfortable, so you should wash it off quickly after using it. Also, most liquid masks are gel-type, which can repair the skin at night. In addition, in order for this type of smear-type mask to work best, it must be applied in a thick layer, with the highest standard being that the original skin color should not be visible.

Peel-off masks are generally used to remove blackheads. Before applying the mask, you must clean your face, then steam your face with hot water, or apply a hot towel to the tip of your nose. This can open the pores, allowing the fat blackheads deep inside the pores to dissolve better, making them easier to be "torn off" by the mask. After applying a peel-off mask, you must wash your face. After washing, you should pat your face with a toner that shrinks pores.

2. Correct steps for applying facial mask

Step 1: Allergy Testing

For facial mask brands that you are not familiar with and have never used, as well as facial masks with different functions, it is necessary to do an allergy test to avoid allergic reactions. It’s not a question of the quality of the mask, but whether your skin is allergic to the ingredients in the mask. For people with sensitive skin, some facial masks should not be used easily, such as masks rich in high-efficiency nutrients, because too high a level of nutrients can easily cause skin sensitivity problems. Therefore, before using the mask, please apply a small amount of the mask or mask liquid on the back of your hand, wash it off after 30 minutes, and if there is no redness or itching reaction, you can use it on your face.

Step 2: Clean your face

Cleansing facial skin can remove oil, dead skin cells and dirt on the skin, preventing these substances from clogging the pores and allowing the pores to breathe freely. You can apply the mask only after cleaning your face. At this time, the face is clean, which is conducive to absorbing the essence of the mask and improving its efficacy. At the same time, it can also prevent some unnecessary dust from entering the pores.

After cleansing your facial skin, you can wipe your face with a wet hot towel and massage for about three minutes. This will open the pores and make it easier for the following mask essence to penetrate deeply into the pores. In addition, the remaining temperature also has a certain warming effect on the mask, which is beneficial to the absorption of nutrients.

Step 4: How to apply the paste mask

For paste masks, consider applying to the drier areas first. The drier the area, the longer the mask needs to be applied. It is best to start from the T-zone and end with the U-zone. Apply in the following order:

1. Neck, jaw, cheeks, nose, lips, forehead, from bottom to top.

2. It is not advisable to apply facial masks around the eyes, eyebrows, and upper and lower lips.

Generally speaking, the time required to apply a facial mask is about 15 to 20 minutes. After this period of time, the liquid and nutrients in the mask have been absorbed by the skin, and the mask will begin to become dry. Even sleeping masks are the same. If you continue to apply it on your face, it will easily tighten the skin and cause wrinkles. When removing the mask, you should start from the edge of the mask and slowly tear it off from bottom to top.

Step 6: Apply a cold towel to your face

After washing your face after applying the mask, you can apply a cold towel to your face. This can shrink the pores and prevent them from becoming larger after applying the mask. This is the last step of skin care after applying the mask.