How to use gel? The order of using gel and lotion

Gel belongs to the category of cream and is a skin care product used by many people. So how do you use gel? What is the order of using gel and lotion?

How to use gel

Gel actually belongs to the category of cream, so the steps should be water, lotion, and gel. And because gel has a relatively thin texture, it is quite suitable for using it in summer for oily skin. When the weather gets cooler, you will feel that the moisturizing effect of gel is not enough.

The texture of moisturizing gel is between toner and lotion, and sometimes it can be used instead of toner. Therefore, moisturizing gel is generally used after cleansing and before lotion. It can be used after toner, or you can use moisturizing gel directly instead of toner.

Apply bubble paper mask on your face. Soak the bubble paper mask or cotton pad with gel and apply it on your face for 5-15 minutes. Gel (whitening, moisturizing, firming, etc.) is particularly suitable for facial applications, as the active ingredients can be better absorbed.

Exfoliating gel precautions

1. After cleansing your face, apply the gel to your face, wait for 15 minutes, then wash off with water or wipe with makeup remover.

2. Skin metabolism has a cycle of one month. If your skin is thick, you can use it once a month.

3. Sensitive skin. If your stratum corneum is thin, it is recommended not to exfoliate. If you use it frequently, your epidermis will become thinner. It can cause skin sensitivity, red blood streaks, etc.

The order of using gel and lotion

Gel is used between water and lotion.

The usual skin care order is: facial cleanser - toner - gel - lotion - primer - sunscreen, with gel in front and lotion in the back. Because the molecular volume of gel is smaller and the molecular volume of lotion is larger, if the lotion is in front, it will block the absorption of gel. In addition, the main function of lotion is to moisturize and lock in water, while the main function of gel is to replenish water. If you don’t replenish water first, how can you lock in moisture?

Gel can cleanse the skin twice and remove dirt from the skin surface. As a medium, it can improve the skin's ability to absorb nutrients, allowing subsequent skin care products to exert their maximum effectiveness. The emulsion oil content accounts for 40%, which has the dual effects of moisturizing and locking moisture. Otherwise, the gel cannot be completely absorbed by the skin due to the oil.