No matter how cold it is, you still need to apply a facial mask. What are the precautions for applying a facial mask in winter?

As soon as winter comes, it takes a lot of courage to put on a mask. So many people threw the mask aside. And because of the cold weather, the skin's ability to absorb the mask is greatly reduced. Are you still doing useless work? Only when you really know how to apply a facial mask can the mask play its role!

1. Wear a facial mask no matter how cold it is

“It’s too cold to use a facial mask in winter. Isn’t such cold stimulation bad for the skin?” I believe many people will agree with this point of view. , but Teacher Hou said, "In winter, you should wear a facial mask more!" Because in the cold winter season, long-term air conditioning and heating will make the skin dehydrated and become dry and dull. If you want to maintain soft skin, whitening and moisturizing facial masks It can be said to be the most effective tool.

But what should I do if my skin can’t stand the cold mask? You can put the mask in warm water to "thaw" it first. The temperature should not be too high, about 40°-45° is just right. Will not destroy the ingredients of the mask. A warm mask can open the pores and promote absorption. At the same time, the warm feeling will be very comfortable.

2. To promote absorption, "steam the face" before applying the mask

In the cold winter, the body's metabolism slows down and the pores shrink. The same mask will not be as effective in winter. Other seasons come more obviously. You can use a facial steamer to steam your face for 10 minutes before cleansing your skin and applying a facial mask to open the pores and speed up blood circulation. At this time, apply the mask again, and the skin will better absorb the essence and moisture in the mask.

3. Warm places are more suitable for applying facial masks

I understand the first two items, but where is the best place to apply facial masks? Teacher Hou's suggestion is in the bathroom.

“Women are made of water.” Take a bath first to open up the blood circulation throughout the body. The heat in the process will open the pores and relax the body and mind. At this time, you can comfortably apply a facial mask. The skin will eat up all the nutrients in the mask, so that the effectiveness of the mask can be maximized.

4. Can putting your face towards a heating device promote absorption?

The answer is "NO!!!" Never face the heater or sit in a place where the air conditioner blows directly when applying a facial mask. The heat emitted by equipment such as heaters will dry out and evaporate the moisture on the face and in the mask. Not only is it not conducive to the absorption of the mask, but it will also make it dry out.

5. How many times should you apply a facial mask in winter?

Many people apply facial masks every day in summer and every other day in winter. In fact, frequent application of facial masks in winter will make the stratum corneum thinner and the skin will become drier and more sensitive. Teacher Hou recommends doing it twice a week or once every three days in winter. Because it takes three days for the skin's new cuticles to turn into useless dead cuticles, so it is best to do a facial mask every three days. If used every day, the skin will be overwhelmed and the effect will not be obvious.

6. How long should the mask be applied?

Many students who like to apply facial masks under the quilt before going to bed in winter must be complaining. After applying the mask, I get into a warm bed and watch American TV series or check Weibo, thinking that there is no harm in leaving the mask on for a while. Some even wear masks to sleep. In fact, if you leave the mask on for too long, it will not only fail to achieve the desired effect, but will also cause your skin to lose moisture. In addition, the climate is dry in winter and the water dries out easily. Generally, it is advisable to leave the mask on for 15 to 20 minutes.

7. Don’t forget to do your homework after peeling off the mask

After removing the mask paper, the skin will be in the best moisturizing state, but it is wrong to think that this is the end of the world. . Immediately after applying the mask, the moisture and essence are not completely absorbed by the skin. They only stay on the surface of the skin. If they are directly exposed to the air, they will evaporate quickly. Therefore, don't rush to wash your face after applying the mask. Use your hands to gently massage the skin with the remaining nutrient solution for a few times, and the effect will be better.

When the essence is absorbed by the skin, don’t rush to do anything else. Apply the cream quickly while the pores are open. Facial cream can lock in the moisture and essence that your face has just absorbed from the mask, making the moisturizing effect longer and more obvious.