Sheet masks are a type of facial mask, a Korean-style skincare product that is popular because of how easy and practical it is. Not only that but of course, sheet masks also offer a variety of benefits for facial skin, such as making the skin moisturized and looking fresh instantly.
Sheet masks are shaped like a face made of thin sheets and have holes for the eyes, mouth, and nose but still cover the face completely. The serum content in the sheet mask helps moisturize the skin and make the skin feel more supple.
Remember that sheet masks cannot clean, reducing fine lines and wrinkles on the skin. However, sheet masks are very effective in helping serum absorption into the skin.
Because using it is easy, some people underestimate the correct way to use a sheet mask. If it is used incorrectly, it will result in the way the sheet mask works is not optimal. To get maximum results, here are the things you need to do when you want to use a sheet mask.
The best way to use a sheet mask
1. Make sure the face has been cleaned
To make the serum on the sheet mask work optimally, ensure the face has been cleaned by double cleansing first. This first step greatly affects the work of the sheet mask, so it is essential to do and cannot be missed.
2. Use toner first
After washing your face, you should apply a toner to balance the skin's pH level so that the pores open, making it easier for the skin to absorb the various benefits of the sheet mask.
3. Massage your face while using a sheet mask
Massaging your face is one way for the serum on a sheet mask to absorb to the fullest. To make it easier, you can use a face roller, so that serum absorption is more even. Not only that, but using a face roller can also increase blood flow to the face so that the face looks more relaxed and fresh.
4. Use a sheet mask for 15-20 minutes
Some people still think that the longer they use masks, the better the results will be, even though this statement is not true because using a sheet mask that is too long can pull back facial skin's natural moisture. So it's best to use a sheet mask according to the recommendations listed on the packaging or around 15-20 minutes.
5. Use a moisturizer
After the serum absorbs perfectly, you need to use a moisturizer to maximize how it works. This is done to lock in the benefits of the serum and keep the skin moist, in addition to using a moisturizer to prevent evaporation of the serum that has been absorbed into the skin.
Common mistakes when using sheet masks
1. Wash your face after using a sheet mask
One mistake many people still make is washing their face after using it. The remaining serum on the face has many benefits for the skin. For that, you only need to gently pat your face so that the serum can absorb perfectly.
2. Too long wearing a sheet mask
Many people use sheet masks until they go to sleep because they think that the longer they are used, the better the results they will get, even though if a sheet mask is used until dry, it can make the skin reabsorb its natural moisture so that the sheet mask becomes no longer effective.
3. Not paying attention to the sheet mask ingredients
This one mistake is also still a lot of people make. Some sheet mask products are cutely packaged, so people are interested in buying them without paying attention to their ingredients. This can cause the skin to become sensitive if the sheet mask you use contains harsh chemicals.
So, those are some things to do and what not to do when using a sheet mask.
Hope it helps!