When is the best time to apply a face mask?
Applying a facial mask can be done 1 to 2 hours before going to bed at night. Before applying the mask, it is important to thoroughly cleanse the face and choose a mask that moisturizes or whitens. The frequency of applying facial masks should not be too high, typically 1 to 2 times a week is sufficient. Additionally, the duration of applying the mask should not be too long, and should be controlled within 15 to 20 minutes. If the mask is applied for too long, it can affect its efficacy.
Applying a facial mask in the morning is not as effective as in the evening, but applying a hydrating mask in the morning can help makeup adhere better. It is not always better to apply a mask for a longer time, as the mask can dry out and absorb the skin's moisture. The period from 10:30 pm to 2:00 am is when the skin's metabolism is fastest, making it the best time for skin repair and applying masks.
The order of applying facial masks and skincare products depends on the type of mask. For regular masks, the mask should be applied first, followed by skincare products. However, for cleansing masks and rinse-off-free masks, skincare products should be applied first, followed by the mask.
1. For conventional sheet masks, peel-off masks, cream masks, etc., the face should be cleansed again after removing the mask, which can wash away the nutrients of skincare products. Therefore, skincare products should be applied after using the mask.
2. Clay masks, which are common cleansing masks, have the effect of cleansing pores but require a long time to work. However, clay masks can dry out the skin, so a small amount of skincare products can be applied before the mask, and another application should be done after washing the face.
3. For rinse-off-free masks, which do not require rinsing after use, skincare products should be applied beforehand. Rinse-off-free masks have the effect of sealing in nutrients and repairing the skin, allowing the nutrients in skincare products to be better retained in the skin.
