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To support skin care, face masks are one of the skin care series. There are various types of face masks, such as sheet masks, which are the easiest to use.
Apart from sheet masks, there are still several other types of face masks that are good for skin care. However, it’s good to choose a face mask that suits your skin’s needs.
Types of Face Masks
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1. Sheet mask, a very practical face mask
Sheet masks are easy to find, come in many varieties, and are the easiest to use compared to other types of face masks.
As we know, sheet masks are generally face-shaped, made of paper fiber or biocellulose, and moistened with lotions, essences, or serums.
Sheet masks are designed to adhere to the skin and transfer the active ingredients to the skin, thus helping the skin get a higher concentration of active ingredients.
However, some experts say that for people whose skin tends to be oily and acne-prone, you need to be careful in using sheet masks as it can increase the number of bacteria on the skin surface. Also, look at the ingredients and designation of the sheet mask so that you only get the benefits.
2. Peel-off masks, commonly used to remove dead skin cells
Some ingredients commonly used in cosmetic preparations do not have a good and comfortable application, so one way is to formulate them in the form of peel-off masks (masks that need to be peeled off after a few minutes of use).
These masks leave a thin layer on the skin that can be easily pulled off. Peel-off masks are usually formulated with ingredients such as charcoal, antioxidants, and herbal ingredients.
Peel-offs aim to help remove dead skin cells, along with dirt and bacteria from the outermost layer of skin, and shrink pores, leaving skin looking dewy and glowing.
However, for people with sensitive and acne-prone skin, or people with cystic acne, be careful using this type of mask as the peeling process can aggravate acne, and may cause skin redness and inflammation.
3. Clay mask, a mask suitable for acne-prone skin
Clay masks are made from clay, such as kaolin or bentonite. Clay masks are suitable for oily skin and acne-prone skin. Clay masks still fall into the wash-off mask category, as they need to be rinsed off after use.
Clay masks are able to absorb oil from the skin and prevent the formation of pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. However, for cystic acne, it is better to see a doctor first, because clay masks cannot treat the root of the acne problem, which may be caused by hormones.
4. Wash-off mask, can be used for dry or oily skin.
Rinse-off mask or wash off mask is a mask that needs to be rinsed off after a few minutes of use. There are several types depending on your needs, such as moisturizing, cleansing, exfoliating, and mud masks.
Moisturizing masks are suitable for dry skin types because they can moisturize and hydrate the skin, while oily skin types can use mud masks.
Generally, wash of masks can penetrate deeper into the skin so that the skin gets the maximum benefits of the mask. However, it should be used 2-3 times a week as using it too often can cause skin irritation.
5. Sleep mask, a face mask used before bed
Sleep masks or overnight masks are also wash-off masks, the difference is that sleep masks are used when going to bed and then left overnight, and in the morning the mask is rinsed off the face. Sleep masks are designed to help active ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin while sleeping.
It prevents dirt and dust from shrinking the pores and locks in other active ingredients to work effectively on the skin so that the skin benefits from the sleep mask.
Using a sleep mask 30 minutes before bedtime can help the mask absorb into the skin and prevent pillowcase stains.
6. Hydrogel mask, with moisturizing and soothing effects
Hydrogel masks have a flexible, jelly-like texture, which has a moisturizing effect and a high water content. Hydrogel masks also have soothing and calming properties, usually used on sensitive skin.
Hydrogel masks can reduce fine lines, wrinkles, or other signs of aging. The soothing properties of hydrogel masks can help with redness, inflammation, or signs of irritation on the skin. Hydrogel mask is also widely used as an eye mask to reduce panda eyes.
Those are the types of face masks that you can choose according to your skin needs. Each mask has superior ingredients and designations for each skin, so be careful in choosing.
From the list of mask types above, which one is your mainstay?
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