Can wet compress be applied every day? What is the difference between wet compress and facial mask?

Wet compress is also a skin care method, which is to wet the cotton pad with toner and apply it on the face. It is somewhat similar to applying a facial mask, but also somewhat different. So, what is the specific difference between wet compress and facial mask?

Can I apply wet compress every day?

It is not recommended to apply it every day.

The principles of wet compress and facial mask are the same. They both use a closed method to allow the skin to better replenish moisture, infiltrate the stratum corneum, and allow subsequent skin care products to be better absorbed. If wet compresses are applied too frequently, it may cause over-hydration of the skin, thinning of the stratum corneum, and damage to the skin barrier. Therefore, wet compresses cannot be applied every day, once every 2 or 3 days will be enough.

What is the difference between wet compress and facial mask?

Wet compresses and facial masks differ in their main ingredients, usage methods, and frequency of use.

1. Main ingredients

The main ingredients of wet compress are water and lotion. Water is usually distilled water or mineral water, and lotion is the lotion used for daily skin care. It usually does not contain ingredients such as acids and alcohol, so it is very gentle. After mixing, soak the cotton pad, and then apply the soaked cotton pad to the face for 5 to 10 minutes.

The ingredients of patch masks are more complicated. They contain many ingredients, more than a dozen or dozens of ingredients mixed together. After reaching a balance, they have the effects of hydrating, moisturizing, whitening, etc. The mask production process is very complicated.

2. Usage

Wet compress is to mix lotion and distilled water in a certain proportion, soak the cotton pad or facial mask paper after mixing, and then apply the soaked cotton pad or facial mask paper to the face for 5-10 minutes.

The method of using the patch mask is very simple. Sheet masks are made by manufacturers and are usually individually packaged. After opening the package, apply the mask paper to your face for 15-20 minutes.

3. Frequency of use

Wet compress is a combination of water and lotion. The ingredients are mild and non-irritating, but it should not be used too frequently. Generally, once every two days is enough.

The nutritional content of facial masks is relatively high and it is an emergency care. It should not be used frequently. Generally, it is sufficient to use it 2 or 3 times a week.