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Which Mask Does Your Skin Need?

by Mohammad Ali Ayaz on Jan 09, 2024

WHICH MASK DOES YOUR SKIN NEED?

 

Over the past few years, masks have become quite popular. It has made its way to not only women’s beauty regimes but also men’s skincare
routines. It has become one of the most permanent and quick-fix parts of any skincare routine all across the globe. The main purpose of the mask is to hydrate, balance, moisturize, calm, and brighten your skin. The trend of masks originated specifically in South Korea. Korean skincare routine is famous worldwide. Don’t know what type of face mask your skin needs? Don’t worry, we will tell you the best kind of masks that are just right for your skin. First of all, let’s follow this plan for today;

1) Make plans

2) Cancel plans

3) Put on a face mask

 

KEY INGREDIENTS ACCORDING TO YOUR SKIN TYPE:

 

Wondering that with hundreds of face mask formulas, which one is best for you? The simple answer is: Know your skin and then note down the ingredients your skin type needs!

 

 

ACNE-PRONE SKIN

 

Face masks aren’t really a quick fix for acne-prone skin but they can calm down the inflamed skin and help in preventing breakouts. Salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and natural ingredients like yogurt and papaya are best to remove dead skin cells. While Oatmeal or aloe vera is proven best to soothe down the skin. Clay and charcoal soak up excess oil from the skin.

 

PIGMENTED SKIN

 

If you are struggling with dark spots or pigmentation, Vitamin C is your buddy. Kojic acid is also responsible for lightening pigmentation. You can also look out for exfoliating ingredients such as Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Lactic acid, or pineapple to remove dead, discolored skin from the surface.

 

DRY SKIN

 

If you have dry skin, you need hydration which means that you need a face mask with Hyaluronic acid.

Now you know the ingredients your skin need, it ‘ll be easy to narrow down the kind of face mask that’s best for your skin.

 

THESE FACE MASKS, WIN FIX EVERYTHING!

 

These face masks are quite trendy and popular worldwide for the wonders they do on skin.

 

MUD MASK

 

Mud masks are famous for their exfoliating properties. It removes impurities and pollutants, unclogs pores, and absorbs excess oil from the skin. Purifying results of mud masks make them best for acne-prone, oily, combination, or dull skin. However, to avoid over-exfoliation, it is recommended to use a mud mask for less than 15 minutes on your skin up to 2 or three times a week.

 

CREAM MASK

 

Cream masks are rich, non-drying masks that are made to condition dry and irritated skin. These masks are best for glowing skin. These gentle masks not only remove dead cells but also tone and lift the skin. Cream masks usually have Hyaluronic acid that provides a hydrating effect restoring the natural radiance of the skin. After using this mask, your skin will feel soft, smooth, hydrated, and refreshed. Just like clay masks, they are applied to clean, damp skin and are left on for 15-20 minutes. Dermatologists recommend not to use a cream mask more than thrice a week.

 

CHARCOAL MASK

 

Apart from brightening the skin, a charcoal mask has the ability to exfoliate and eliminate dead skin cells, leaving your skin bright and beautiful. Once you apply the mask to your face, it strips away any dust particles or pollutants that clog pores. It is also beneficial in removing excess oil and bacteria from the facial skin which makes it the best mask for oily and acne-prone skin. People with dry skin can use it to remove white and blackheads but make sure to hydrate your skin well after that. You can use a charcoal mask depending on how much your skin needs and requires it. It is best to not use a charcoal mask more than twice a week to avoid harming the skin. Always remember that the best charcoal mask in Pakistan even won’t give overnight results!

 

CLAY MASK

 

Clay has the amazing property of swelling when it’s wet and shrinks back when it dries out soaking up excess sebum and impurities in the skin. Clay mask gently removes all of the dead skin cells off your face and that results in decongesting your pores, it really helps in improving the texture of the skin and it also helps you in giving an even and radiant skin tone. It also helps in improving blood circulation beneath your skin and oxygen circulation to your skin. This process helps in the healing and regenerating of
the skin. Also, a clay mask improves collagen production giving you bright youthful skin for a longer time.

 

 

PEEL OFF MASKS

 

Peel-off masks make you look a lot younger by shrinking your open pores. Your skin feels bright and tight after using a peel-off mask. Using a peel-off mask once a week can help in a permanent reduction of open pores and the appearance of fine lines or wrinkles is also reduced over time. The major drawback of the peel-off mask is that repeated pulling of the skin causes the skin to lose its elasticity that ultimately resulting in skin sagging. Peel-off masks can also cause severe irritation if you have sensitive skin.

 

 

SHEET MASKS

 

Sheet masks are very effective and a quick fix part of your skincare journey. Sheet masks provide an instant boost and hydration to dull and dry skin. Hydration and skin glowing masks are best for those with dry skin and the masks that are designed to unclog pores work great for an oily skin texture. You can choose your type of sheet mask as a wide range of skin concerns can be treated with these masks. You can use sheet masks twice a week. They are more like a beauty sleep therapy for your skin.

 

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