What is the correct way to use mud mask?

Nowadays, people attach great importance to the protection of their facial skin. The reason for doing so is that they hope their skin will be better and look younger. There are many ways to protect the skin, such as using a variety of skin care products. In addition, applying facial masks is also a good way to care for the skin. There are many types of facial masks now, such as mud masks. Mud masks have many benefits for the skin, so how to use them to achieve the best effect?

First, the correct way to use mud mask

Do an allergy test

Before using a mud mask, be sure to conduct an allergy test to see if your skin is suitable for a mud mask? This is a step that many people overlook.

Test Method:

Apply a small amount of mud mask on the back of your hand or earlobe, wash it off after half an hour. If there is no redness or itching at the applied area, you can apply it on your face.

Tip: Especially for DIY facial masks, allergy testing is a must.

Cleansing the face

Removing makeup and washing your face are necessary cleaning steps that cannot be omitted. You can also exfoliate first if necessary. A clean face is conducive to the absorption of the mud mask and also prevents dirt and dust from entering the pores.

Cleaning method:

Choose the appropriate cleanser according to your skin type. People with oily skin are best to wash their face with 40-degree warm water. Rinse again with cold water after washing to help shrink pores. Alternating hot and cold water can be used several times.

Hot compress on face

After washing your face, applying hot compress to your face before applying the mud will help the mud mask absorb better.

Hot compress method:

You can first apply a hot towel to your face for three minutes, and then massage all over your face for three to five minutes to open the pores and facilitate absorption.

Facial Moisturizing

Because mud masks are relatively dry, and the effect of most mud masks is to cleanse the face, it is best to keep your face moisturized or spray it with toner before applying the mud mask. The commonly used mung bean mud mask is suitable for acne-prone skin, while the volcanic mud mask is suitable for oily skin and is used for deep cleansing.

Apply mud mask

It is best to buy a mud mask with a small spoon to avoid direct rough contact with your hands, which will affect the effect of the mud mask.

Second, the application method:

1) Modern coating method

Just take out the raw mud and apply it on your face according to the instructions. This will allow the skin to feel warmed in a closed environment, open the pores, and allow the skin to absorb nutrients naturally.

2) Traditional warming method

Heat the raw mud to a temperature that the skin can feel, or apply a hot towel to the application area first, or use it while taking a bath for better results. The water vapor and slightly hot temperature can better soften the stratum corneum and help the skin absorb it.

Third, coating order:

Start applying from the T-zone which is prone to dryness, and end with the U-zone. Specifically, apply from the neck, jaw, cheeks, nose, lips, and forehead from bottom to top; avoid the area around the eyes, eyebrows, and upper and lower lips. The application thickness should be such that the skin structure cannot be seen, about the thickness of a coin is enough.