A skin specialist has voiced his opinion on face masks – just don’t make them at home

The masks are usually divided into sheets and sheets. V. Rimkienė notes that sheet masks are very popular due to their instant hydrating and refreshing effect on the skin, they are acquired when a quick effect is desired, especially before important holidays, writes the press release “Eurovaistinė online” .

When choosing a mask, it is important to consider its texture. For example, creams are more common for dry skin and gels are more or less combination or oily.

For those considering which mask to buy, V. Rimkienė explains that those with sensitive skin or looking for a deeper effect should use lubricants. “With this type of mask you can adjust the amount of mask you want to apply, and it is also convenient to use them not only for the face, but also for the neck and décolleté. In addition to the active substances, lubricating masks often contain intensely emollient ingredients, so I would give them priority for long-term use, ”advises a skincare specialist.

If the skin does not have specific needs and wants an instant effect, the specialist recommends complementing the usual skin care routine with sheet masks (especially indicated before makeup for a smoother skin effect). They are convenient to use during travel or when there is no time to apply the mask well and wash off the excess with warm water after a while.

Bubble face masks can also be found in a wide range of masks. V. Rimkienė explains that they are useful for providing oxygen to the skin, which favors cell activity and regeneration, as well as oxygen giving the skin a healthier appearance and a more uniform tone.

For everyone according to needs

V. Rimkienė says that to get the best effect from face masks, it is very important to read the instructions carefully and follow them. “An improper use (storage too long or too short on the skin) even of very good quality products can not only not give the expected effect, but also irritate the skin”, warns the specialist in skin care.

Although many fun foil masks can be found today, V. Rimkienė says that it is important to pay attention to the ingredients and the quality of the mask. “The purpose of the mask is to provide the skin with useful substances, so it is important to pay attention to the composition of the mask, the fiber from which the sheet is made,” she says.

The masks perform different functions depending on their active ingredients, it is important to know this when choosing masks. “Masks with hyaluronic acid, proteoglycans, aloe vera extracts, natural moisturizing factors – urea, lactates are perfect for dehydrated skin. For oily skin, to slightly regulate the activity of the sebaceous glands, masks with AHA or BHA acids are suitable for cleansing the skin, enriched with green and sea clay. Niacinamide (B3) is useful for restoring the skin barrier, relatively narrowing the pores, ”says V. Rimkiene.

For those with irritated reddened skin, creamy masks that provide comfort to the skin are suitable, with prickly pear extract, which improves microcirculation in the skin, clinically inhibits redness.

Clay masks are still in especially common use. V. Rimkienė explains this trend with its exceptional cleaning properties. According to her, the cleansing and remineralizing sea mud absorbs dirt, detoxifies the skin and cleanses it as deeply as a cosmetic product.

V. Rimkienė emphasizes that it is not necessary to wear homemade masks, it is better not to risk the skin condition and use masks created and approved in laboratories. If the skin tends to be sensitive to cosmetics, it is recommended to first test a small amount of mask liquid on a small area of ​​the skin.

The choice of masks is very wide nowadays, but when choosing V. Rimkienė always offers to take into account your skin type, your condition and the expected result. If there is any doubt about the purchase of a mask, the dermatologist recommends consulting, Eurovaistinė online offers free consultations to customers by email or in a chat window in the online store.

5 useful facts about face masks:

1. Foil masks provide an instant effect.

2. Clay masks have cleansing properties.

3. Bubble masks provide oxygen to the skin.

4. Keeping the mask on the skin for longer than specified does not improve the effect.

5. Don’t take chances or make masks at home.