Has the skin condition improved after applying the mask? No? It may be due to the wrong way you apply the mask!
The following are the 7 major misunderstandings of applying mask which must be corrected.
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1. Apply a mask immediately after washing your face
It is wrong to apply the mask immediately after washing your face! After cleansing the face and before applying the mask, apply toner to "wake up" the skin, and effectively promote the skin's absorption of the essence of the mask.
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2. Apply until the mask is completely dry before removing
Does it mean that the skin has absorbed all the essence of the mask after the mask is completely dry? No!
The best time to apply the mask should be 10-15 minutes (or refer to the recommended time on the mask package) because the absorption of nutrients usually takes 10-15 minutes, and the excess nutrients will not continue to be absorbed.
If you continue to apply it, the mask cloth will suck up the moisture in the skin, causing the skin to become dry!
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3. Do not wash your face after applying the mask
After applying the mask, perform a little massage to promote the absorption of excess mask essence on the face. Then, remember to rinse it off with water.
The reason is that the skin will not continue to absorb the mask essence after it is nourished. Besides, if the face is sticky, it would be in a "vacuum cleaner" state, in which it can easily attract dirt and dust in the air, thereby causing clogged pores and acne.
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4. Put the mask in the refrigerator to chill
I believe that many girls will put the mask in the refrigerator.
However, the best temperature for the mask is 15 degrees celsius, or just store it in a cool and dry place.
If the temperature is too low, the ingredients of the mask will be "sealed" and cannot fully exert the original effect.
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5. Apply mask while taking a bath
When taking a bath, the pores are naturally opened, and the skin will naturally expel impurities; applying the mask at this time will not promote the absorption of essence and nutrients but will cause the pores to be blocked by the natural discharge of impurities.
Hence, don’t do this for a sake of saving time. Instead, clean your face after the bath, and apply the mask beautifully after applying toner.
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6. Apply makeup directly after applying a mask
After applying the mask, the moisture content of the skin increases sharply, and the skin will be very hydrated.
At this time, if you put on makeup, the irritating ingredients in the cosmetics will take the opportunity to penetrate the skin and damage the skin.
Therefore, it is recommended to apply the mask the night before or a few hours before putting on makeup.
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7. Apply mask every day
The facial mask is indeed an essential item for girls, but it could not be applied every day!
When it becomes hydrated to a limit, the skin's breathability will be weakened and the skin itself would not have its resistance because it cannot adjust its state naturally to adapt to changes in the environment and air. It would cause a bad face condition.
It is recommended to apply the mask three times a week at most.
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So, remember to avoid these possible mistakes next time when you apply a facial mask! ^^
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