Should I use my hands or cotton pads to apply astringent water? How long should I apply cotton pads to apply astringent water?

Different waters have slightly different usage methods. For example, should astringent water be applied with a cotton pad or with hands? How long should I apply it if I use cotton pads?

Use hands or cotton pad to apply astringent water

Generally speaking, astringent water is used after washing your face in the morning and evening. Pour it onto a cotton pad, then apply the cotton pad to areas with large pores, wait for about five minutes and then take it off. In addition, you can use pore astringent water after removing blackheads and acne, which has the effect of shrinking pores. If you persist for a long time, you will find that the problem of large pores has been significantly improved.

How long should I apply astringent water with cotton pads?

It is best to apply astringent water for about 5 minutes. Do not exceed the prescribed time, otherwise the moisture on the skin will evaporate and the cotton pad will absorb the nutrients on your face. If the astringent water you use is relatively viscous and rich in nutrients, you can apply it for about 8 minutes, as long as it does not exceed 10 minutes.

Can I apply a facial mask directly after using astringent water?

Use astringent water first, then use facial mask. After cleansing your face, first apply pore astringent water, then use a cleansing mask for secondary cleansing, and finally use a hydrating mask for care.

Using a toner with pore-tightening effect first can open the skin's absorption channels. After the breathing channels are opened, it can more effectively help the cleansing mask eliminate waste from the skin. After using the cleansing mask, you can use a hydrating mask after washing your face. The effect will be better after the skin is deeply cleansed.

Astringent water can regulate oil secretion, replenish lost moisture, and play a role in oil control and moisturizing. Long-term use can reduce excess oil on the skin, reduce the growth of acne and blackheads, and is very suitable for oily skin.

There are many types of facial masks, and you can choose a moisturizing mask. No matter what skin type you have, hydrating masks are very suitable and will not cause any rejection reaction. There are a lot of essences in the mask. The hydrating mask contains natural moisturizing factors, which inject various ingredients that the skin lacks and can quickly hydrate the skin. The materials of facial mask cloths are also divided into different types, including silk, bio-fiber, and non-woven fabrics.

In daily life, exposure to wind and sun can easily cause dehydration on the face. Dryness, itching, and floating makeup are all caused by dehydration of the skin. So you must always hydrate your skin.

Does astringent water expire?

The shelf life of Dr. Ci:Labo Astringent Water is three years, but once opened it is only good for one year. Dr. Ci:Labo Astringent Water is a star product that can not only be used directly as a toner, but can also be used for wet compresses, with good results. Because it is practical and easy to use, a bottle of Dr. Ci:Labo astringent water can be used up quickly and there is no need to worry about it expiration.