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Have you used a sheet or hydrogel face mask before? Whatever the answer, don’t miss this article, which brings together the best representatives of the genre, according to the editors of Healthy-Food
Features of fabric face masks
The tradition of using sheet masks originated in spas in Japan over 30 years ago, and this service has long been an elite service. Only in 2004, the product appeared on the Korean beauty market and pretty soon became part of the daily care of local beauties. In the wake of the rampant fashion for k-beauty, the love for sheet masks has captured the whole world. It is understandable, this effective and original remedy in a matter of minutes transforms the skin as if you had visited a beautician:
moisturizes;
soothes;
refreshing;
gives shine;
improves skin texture.
Composition
Traditionally, a sheet mask is made from paper or cloth impregnated with a gel or serum. Tightly adhering to the face and repeating its contours, it works like a beauty compress, saturating the skin with useful components in high concentration.
Sheet masks are designed to provide deep hydration.
Usually, hyaluronic acid (or another hydrofixator) acts as the base ingredient, since the fabric mask is primarily aimed at intensive moisturizing. The composition can be both simple and complex. The active ingredients in the formula include:
plant extracts;
vitamins and antioxidants;
probiotics;
vegetable and essential oils;
acids;
microelements;
polysaccharides;
collagen;
algae extracts;
peptides.
Varieties
Masks differ not only in the composition with which they are impregnated, but also in the material from which they are made. It can be:
natural cellulose – dense and easy-to-use fabric that provides a reliable and at the same time comfortable coverage;
biocellulose – thin high-tech and at the same time natural material that can absorb and retain a large amount of active ingredients; adheres to the face like a second skin, and does not allow moisture to evaporate;
hydrogel – A thin gel substance adheres to the skin and creates an occlusive effect that increases the effectiveness of the formula.
sheet mask brands
There are a wide variety of sheet masks available. The main players are still Korean brands, but recently this format has been mastered in Europe and America, creating products based on their own original developments.
The “mask with impregnation” genre has been mastered not only by Asian brands.
French stamp Garnier released a whole series of good quality sheet masks at an affordable price, introducing the Asian beauty ritual to the mass consumer.
SkinCeuticals — the author of an effective mask that revives the skin after invasive aesthetic procedures.
Kiehl’s is famous for its collection of masks for all occasions, among them there is also a hydrogel one.
Lancôme how an expert in anti-aging care created the mask to match.
And now let’s talk more specifically.
Sheet mask rating
Our rating includes fabric and hydrogel masks of European and American origin – the best, according to the editors of Healthy-Food.
Garnier sheet masks
We love these masks for their affordability (easy to find at many retail outlets) and excellent value for money – they are relatively inexpensive and provide excellent hydration. Series “Hydration +” contains as many as five masks: the tissue base is impregnated with hyaluronic acid in combination with various components that create an additional effect.
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“Hydration + Aquabomb” with pomegranate extract saturates the skin with moisture and tones it, suitable for everyone.
“Hydration + Freshness” Soaked in a formula that includes moisturizing serum with green tea extract, reduces shine and the appearance of pores.
“Hydration + Comfort” contains chamomile, removes redness and relieves discomfort.
“Moisturizing + Antistress” with lavender oil will allow the skin to relax and gain strength after a hard day.
“Hydration + Radiance of Sakura” with Japanese cherry extract will moisturize and fill the skin with radiance.
Hydrogel masks
These masks, in addition to the moisturizing effect, provide intensive anti-aging care.
Hydrogel mask Advanced Génifique, Lancôme
The mask is infused with the legendary probiotic-based anti-aging concentrate, which, thanks to the hydrogel, is quickly absorbed by the skin and gives it radiance, smoothness and a fresh look. One mask contains the same amount of probiotic extract as Advanced Génifique Youth Activator 30ml!
Instant Renewal Concentrate Mask, Kiehl’s
This hydrogel mask is infused with exotic Amazonian oils: Copaix, Pracaxi and Andiroba. What are they capable of? Shine, smoothness, freshness and softness of the skin in just 10 minutes at home. If you do not mind this effect, then you will like this mask.
For convenience, it consists of two parts – for the upper and lower zones of the face. Another plus is that the package includes four masks.
Black Garnier masks
We put five with a plus for the idea to combine cleansing and detox with intense hydration in one mask. The main component of the two black masks is charcoal, which has the ability to draw out everything unnecessary from the skin. Hyaluronic acid will prevent dryness. The formulas are also enriched with Lipohydroxy Acid to gently exfoliate and resurface the skin.
“Cleansing Charcoal + Black Tea Leaves” does everything to please skin prone to oily sheen: mattifies, cleanses and moisturizes at the same time.
“Cleansing Charcoal + Black Algae” will be loved by those who struggle with enlarged pores and expect the feeling of cleanliness and freshness, but not dryness, from leaving.
Biocellulose mask
Recommended as a soothing agent after treatments, but of course it can be used any time you want to pamper your skin with something special.
Biocellulose soothing regenerating mask Biocellulose Masque, SkinCeuticals
What you need to bring the skin back to life after an aesthetic procedure and more. The XNUMXD network of fibers acts as a barrier, hydrating the skin and relieving discomfort.
Selection rules
One of the beauties of sheet masks is that they are basically universal, that is, suitable for any type of skin, since intense hydration (the main action of these masks) is useful for everyone. However, do not forget about the individual characteristics of your skin, carefully read the composition and information on the package.
Application rules
Since the fabric mask fits snugly and securely to the face, and slits are made for the nose, eyes and lips, you can do any business during its exposure: continue to work at the computer, wash the dishes or read an article about masks on Healthy-Food.
But we remember that the fabric mask “came out to people” from the salons. So, while it works, it is better to lie down and relax. So you give yourself 10-15 minutes of blissful rest.