Should the mud mask be used before or after the facial mask? The order of using the mud mask and the facial mask

Mud mask is a very common type of facial mask. We often see people using mud masks in our daily lives. Mud masks are generally cleansing masks and have a good cleansing effect. So, should the mud mask be used before or after the facial mask?

Should the mud mask be used before or after the mask?

Use the mud mask before the facial mask. The combination of mud mask and facial mask has the best effect. The facial mask has a strong hydrating effect. After applying the mud mask, the pores have been opened. Applying the facial mask helps the skin absorb the nutrients of the mask and can play a good hydrating role.

After applying the mud mask, pay attention to moisturizing

The main function of a deep cleansing mask is to thoroughly clean the pores, especially mud masks. After application, the skin tends to become dry and fragile, so proper moisturizing is very important. However, you must not over-moisturize, otherwise the skin will not be able to absorb all of it at once, and oil particles or dark particles will easily appear. Therefore, you must understand the needs of your skin, follow appropriate maintenance steps, and maintain a good balance of oil and water to maintain good skin quality.

Precautions for using mud mask

1. Pay attention to clean skin

Before using a mud mask or any other mask, you need to clean your skin first. Friends who wear makeup need to remove makeup first and then use facial cleanser to cleanse. Friends who don’t wear makeup can just use facial cleanser to cleanse. A clean face can allow the mask to be better absorbed by the skin. If you apply the mask without washing your face clean, it will not only affect the effect of the mask, but also easily clog your pores, causing a series of skin problems.

2. Pay attention to moisturizing before applying

Most mud masks are cleansing masks, so before applying the mask, you need to do some proper hydrating and moisturizing work, otherwise the skin will become a little dry after being successively subjected to makeup removal, face washing, and cleansing masks. It is recommended here to apply an appropriate amount of toner and moisturizing lotion. Toner and lotion can provide moisture and moisturization to the skin, while also helping the skin open the pores, relieve dryness caused by cleaning, and help the mask absorb better. Oily skin only needs to apply toner.

3. Pay attention to the thickness of the coating

Both mud masks and sleeping masks are smearable masks. Sleeping masks are usually applied all night, so the thinner they are applied, the better, so that they are not easy to clog pores. However, mud masks usually only need to be washed after 15-20 minutes, so the thicker they are applied, the better, so that they are not easy to dry out.

4. Pay attention to the facial mud mask

Usually when we apply a general sheet mask, we can do our own things and wait for 15-20 minutes before removing the mask. However, when applying a mud mask, it is best to observe the condition of the mud mask on the face every 5 minutes. Mud masks are in mud form and will easily dry out after contact with the air. When the mud mask dries, it will absorb the moisture in the skin. Therefore, when you find that the mud mask is a little dry, spray some toner on your face to enhance the moisture of the mud mask and relieve dryness of the skin.

5. Pay attention to the time of applying mud mask

Mud masks are prone to drying out due to their special mud shape. At the same time, they are cleansing masks. If you apply them for too long, it will easily lead to over-cleansing of the skin, causing damage to the stratum corneum and reducing the skin's resistance accordingly. Therefore, when applying a mud mask, you must control the time well. 15-20 minutes is enough.

6. Pay attention to cleaning and skin care

After applying the mud mask, it is time to clean it. Don't rush to wash your skin with water, because a large amount of mud mask will become very slippery when it comes into contact with water, which makes it difficult to remove from the face. If you rub it hard, it will easily hurt the skin. The best way is to use a mask stick to scrape off the mud mask on the skin first, and then rinse the remaining parts with clean water. This way, you can easily clean the skin. Mud masks are cleansing masks. It is normal for the skin to feel a little dry and tight after application. After washing off the mask, you need to take care of the skin immediately by applying lotions, creams and other skin care products to replenish moisture to the skin and better lock the nutrients in the mask into the skin.

7. Pay attention to the frequency of using mud mask

Mud masks can be used 2-3 times a week at most; dry and sensitive skin can be used once every 1-2 weeks. If cleansing masks such as mud masks are applied too frequently on dry skin and sensitive skin, the already weak stratum corneum will become even weaker, making the skin more sensitive. Therefore, frequent use is not recommended.