Which is better, a facial mask or a sleeping mask?

Many beauty-loving women like to apply a facial mask after washing their face at night. Facial masks can replenish the moisture needed by the skin, but there are many types of facial masks. Some facial masks are transparent and are applied on the face like a piece of paper. After a period of time, you need to tear off the mask, but some facial masks are sleeping masks, so you can go to sleep directly after applying them. So which of these two masks is better?

Sleeping mask is commonly known as "lazy mask" and is a simple care method for applying before going to bed. Can be used for daily care with limited effect. Its main function is to form a protective film on the outermost layer of the skin, which usually only has a simple moisturizing effect.

The main ingredients of paper mask are concentrated essence. Just 15-20 minutes is equivalent to giving your skin a SPA. The principle of paper mask is usually to apply pressure to the skin to directly introduce the effective ingredients into the skin. (The entire process of applying the mask is sealed. When the mask is attached to the skin, there is a certain pressure that can warm up the skin and purify the effective ingredients, making it easier to absorb.) The skin care effect is better.

Sleeping Mask

Advantages: Sleeping masks contain a lot of water and nourishing ingredients. They can prevent the skin from drying out and lock in moisture when applied on the face. You don’t need to rinse with water after application and can go to sleep directly. Sleeping masks can not only solve the symptoms of dry and dull skin, but also shorten the time to bed and improve sleep quality.

Disadvantages: The high concentration of gelatin components in sleeping masks has film-forming properties, which will clog pores and easily cause acne. The essence has a light texture and high nutrient concentration. It not only does not clog pores, but also provides nutrients and nourishes the skin in addition to hydrating it. Below, the editor will analyze for you the power of the essence.

Sheet mask

Advantages: Easy to use, not restricted by the environment or tools. Compared with washable facial masks, you don’t have to worry about whether the application is even or the amount is sufficient. When the skin is temporarily sealed by a patch mask, it can slow down the evaporation of moisture on the skin surface and keep the stratum corneum sufficiently hydrated. A patch mask contains a large amount of essence. When the concentration of the essence reaches a certain level, the rate of penetration into the skin in a closed state will also increase. The absorption of a large amount of essence is the guarantee of beautiful skin.

Disadvantages: Sheet masks are not as effective as smear-type masks in deep cleansing the skin. In addition, patch-type masks can easily cause pressure on the skin due to their high degree of fit. Therefore, if you keep the mask on for too long, your skin will easily become stuffy and slightly itchy.

It should be noted that although paper masks are effective, they are not recommended for daily use. First, it can easily cause skin fatigue. Second, excessive nutrition can easily burden the skin and cause adverse effects such as clogging pores. It is recommended to use both together.