Applying a facial mask is a delicious ritual that, in addition to taking care of the skin on our face, makes us feel so wonderfully good that it has become one of our favorite self-care activities. However, thanks to people who document the failures of their experiences with a mask and share them on the internet, we have learned that we must pay attention when choosing the right one for our skin.

How to apply face masks?

They are called facial masks because it is a product that is applied to the entire face, covering them as if we were wearing a mask, and it is left for several minutes so their ingredients act deeply on our skin.

Its ingredients vary depending on the type of mask it is, they may contain minerals or organic plant products. It is used regularly once or twice a week, on a clean face, and respecting the time indicated in the instructions to avoid any damage to the skin.

Most popular types of masks

Cream masks: They are applied and removed very easily like any other cream. They are usually the most moisturizing.

Peel-off masks: They are gel-shaped masks that adhere to the skin and after a few minutes they dry and are removed as if you were peeling off dead skin. It is very good for removing blackheads.

Clay masks: They are made mainly of red clay or kaolin (white clay) that removes impurities and absorbs oil from the skin, as well as other minerals that stimulate blood circulation.

Veil masks: It is the most used presentation currently. It is a cellulose mask soaked with a lotion of active ingredients that are placed on the face and left to rest for between 15 and 30 minutes to fulfil different purposes depending on its ingredients.

Exfoliating masks: They are made of granulated substances that, when massaged all over the face, remove dead skin and impurities, leaving skin smoother. These types of masks are removed as soon as you stop massaging.

Bubble masks: It consists of a carbonated formula (clay and charcoal) that when applied to the face begins to create little bubbles that form a mousse texture, which stimulates the skin and allows it to better absorb the nutrients in the mask.

Masks for your skin type

Normal skin: These are skins that do not have excess oil or dryness and therefore can use any mask with formulas that revitalise the skin, clean impurities and give light to the face.

Dry skin: For this type of skin we must focus on looking for masks with ingredients that provide a lot of hydration such as hyaluronic acid, ceramides and antioxidants, as well as avoiding those that contain salicylic acid.

Oily and combination skin: With these skin types it is necessary to opt for masks that control sebum such as those containing clay, charcoal, tea tree and jojoba.

Sensitive or irritable skin: The ideal masks for this type of skin are those that contain ingredients that help soothe and soothe the skin, such as honey, rose water, green tea, antioxidants, and probiotics. Avoid those that contain harsh chemicals.

Mature skin: Mature skin has lost firmness over the years, which is why it needs ingredients that reaffirm it, such as hyaluronic acid, peptides that help produce collagen, and antioxidants.

There you have it, we hope this information is useful for you to choose the mask that best treats your skin and live your life the way you want it.