How to choose a face mask

To instantly invigorate the skin and feel refreshed, try a sheet mask for the face. In a matter of minutes, it will give tired skin what it needs most urgently. Here’s how to choose the right face mask.

Fabric face masks

The tradition of using cloth face masks, according to popular belief, came to us from Japan and Korea.

In fact, facial applications, or rather, compresses soaked in active solutions to firm the skin, were used in European beauty salons and beauty clinics long before the boom in sheet masks and patches. Such care was quite expensive and was not available to everyone.

A face mask is a great way to quickly get your skin in order.

Asians were the first to understand how to popularize sheet masks and turn them into trendy beauty products. The trend is gaining momentum year by year around the world.

What you need to know about sheet masks

The fabric face mask looks like a theater mask.

The fabric mask follows the shape of the face. It is made with slits for the eyes, mouth and nose and is impregnated with active substances. The composition of the impregnation may include:

  • hyaluronic acid;

  • collagen;

  • aloe vera;

  • vitamins;

  • antioxidants, etc.

The most common masks are made from cotton-like material or hydrogel. Those who achieve the “chok-chok” effect cannot do without such a mask. The foundation helps the active ingredients come into closest contact with the face, literally “impressing” them into the skin.

What are sheet masks

The advantage of sheet masks is variety. They are nourishing, moisturizing, brightening, exfoliating, cleansing pores. There are even SOS masks that give an instant soothing effect.
So today you can easily choose the right option for your skin type and its needs.

  1. in winter masks with hyaluronic acid, antioxidants and vitamin C are suitable. They effectively retain moisture, resist free radicals and fight fine wrinkles.

  2. Lettom sheet masks have proven themselves well, moisturizing the skin and helping to fight imperfections, oily sheen, black spots – problems that are well known to people with combination, oily and problem skin. As a rule, the composition of such masks includes absorbent substances in combination with moisturizers and antioxidants.

How to choose the right sheet mask according to age

Today you can choose a mask for any age and any skin need. © L’oreal

What you need to know when choosing a mask? Sheet masks are labeled according to their intended use, the active ingredients in the composition, and the type and condition of the skin for which they are designed. More and more new products enter the cosmetic market. Therefore, it will not be difficult to find the mask that your skin needs at the moment.

New products include L’Oréal Paris Age Expert fabric face masks and eye patches, designed for different age groups.

What skin needs at the age of 35+

Age-related changes (loss of elasticity, wrinkles, decrease in elasticity) are just beginning and may not be noticeable at all. The first to appear are small wrinkles around the eyes, the so-called rays of joy and happiness. That’s with them and offers to fight a novelty from L’Oréal Paris. Let’s talk about it in more detail.

Toning sheet mask for the skin around the eyes “Age Expert 35+”, L’Oréal Paris

This is a great solution if you need an instant refreshing effect. Thanks to the formula with collagen and hyaluronic acid, the mask reduces bags under the eyes, intensively moisturizes and softens the skin around the eyes.

What skin needs at the age of 45+

At this stage, many women notice skin problems such as:

  • decrease in elasticity;

  • dryness;

  • uneven complexion;

  • small wrinkles.

Age Expert 45+ Firming Sheet Mask L’Oréal Paris

The mask fights all of the above with a formula based on three powerful ingredients: proretinol, peptides and hyaluronic acid. The mask perfectly keeps on the face, allowing you to do your own business or just relax, completely relaxing for 15 minutes.

What skin needs at the age of 55+

As a rule, during this period it is already clearly visible with what manifestations of age it is necessary to actively fight, namely:

  • with loss of elasticity;

  • swollen oval;

  • decrease in elasticity;

  • small and deep wrinkles;

  • dull complexion;

  • dryness.

Age Expert 55+ Repair Sheet Mask, L’Oréal Paris

The mask is taken to improve the condition of the skin thanks to a complex of oils, adenosine and hyaluronic acid in the active formula. Just 15 minutes – and the skin looks fresher, the complexion improves, fine wrinkles become less noticeable. And besides, there is an incredible feeling of comfort and moisture.

How to use a sheet mask correctly

Beauticians usually advise to apply them three times a week, but if there are problems that need to be addressed urgently, masks can be used daily, in a course of 10 days, or as needed. However, the choice of sheet masks is huge, so there is no single rule. All the subtleties and regularity of the use of these wonderful products are always indicated on the packaging.

Applying a sheet face mask is easy.

  1. Apply the mask to cleansed skin, ensuring a snug fit over the entire face.

  2. Take a nap or read a book for 15 minutes.

  3. Remove mask and discard (or apply to décolleté). Do not rinse off the remaining essence, but distribute it with light massaging movements over the skin of the face and neck.

  4. Finish off with a moisturizer.

A fabric mask for the skin around the eyes is also applied to clean skin for 15 minutes. Then the mask is removed and discarded, and the remnants of the product are gently driven into the skin with the ring finger.

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