Do I need to apply water and lotion before applying a facial mask?

Some people often apply facial masks, but do not see good results. There are many reasons for this. It may be that the type of mask chosen is not suitable, or it may be that the method of applying the mask is wrong. Everyone knows that you must wash your face before applying a mask. Washing your face can moisturize the skin, which will make the mask more effective and help the skin absorb nutrients. Some people will apply lotion before applying a mask. So which method is correct?

First, do you need to apply water and lotion before applying a facial mask?

Apply water before applying the mask, not lotion.

Toner and lotion are usually used after cleansing. If you apply a facial mask, you should apply the mask first after cleansing and then use toner. However, toner has a lower density and a light texture, and can be well absorbed by the skin. Therefore, it can also be applied before applying a mask. Lotion has a milky texture, is rich in nutrients, and is highly moisturizing, so it does not need to be used before applying a mask.

Second, the benefits of applying toner before applying a mask

Rehydrate in time

The biggest function of toner is to hydrate the skin. Applying toner before applying a facial mask can replenish moisture to the skin in time and regulate the skin's stratum corneum.

Relieve dryness

After cleansing, facial cleanser will take away some of the moisture in the skin, making the skin feel dry and tight. Applying toner first can quickly replenish moisture to the skin and relieve dryness of the skin.

Enhance absorption

Toner can be applied with a cotton pad. It has the function of exfoliating, helping to open the pores, enhancing the skin's ability to absorb external nutrients, and making the mask more effective.

Slow down the drying speed of the mask

Many people like to apply facial mask for 20-30 minutes. Sometimes they forget to check the time and even leave it on for longer. As the mask is applied for longer time, it will gradually become dry and absorb moisture from the skin. Applying toner before applying the mask can replenish moisture to the skin and slow down the drying of the mask.

Third, the disadvantages of applying lotion before applying a mask

Overnutrition

Lotion is rich in nutrients and has a relatively thick texture. It has a good moisturizing effect after application. However, using lotion before applying a facial mask will cause overnutrition to the skin, resulting in the growth of fat particles on the skin.

Affects mask absorption

Lotion is a liquid cream-like skin care product, and the skin absorbs it much slower than toner. Therefore, when you apply lotion before applying a facial mask, the skin needs a certain amount of time to absorb and digest the nutrients in the lotion, which will inevitably affect the skin's absorption of the mask.