Can I use the essence at night or the mask? Which should I use first?

Essence is usually used after toner and its usage is very simple. Can the serum be used at night? Which should I use first, serum or mask?

Can the serum be used at night?

1. Can essence be used at night: It is completely fine to apply essence at night. Some essences with whitening effects will even state that it is best to use them at night. This type of essence contains antioxidant ingredients and will not react with ultraviolet rays when used at night, making the whitening effect better.

2. Essences containing photosensitive ingredients should be used at night: Some essences contain natural plant extracts, such as essential oils from citrus plants, grapefruit, bitter orange, sweet orange, tangerine, lemon, lime, etc. These ingredients will increase the skin's sensitivity to light. After application, you should try to avoid direct exposure to sunlight. Therefore, it is best to use this type of essence at night.

3. Essences containing retinoic acid can only be used at night: Vitamin A acid (retinoic acid) has anti-aging effects, but it has significant side effects, one of which is that it increases the photosensitivity of the skin. Therefore, essences containing retinoic acid are best used at night.

4. It is suitable to use essence containing retinol at night: Essence containing retinol is most suitable for use at night. This is because retinol has the function of accelerating cell metabolism and promoting cell regeneration. Night is the official stage of skin repair. Using essence containing retinol at night and letting the body go to sleep early can allow the skin to be repaired to the greatest extent.

5. Essence without special instructions can be used morning and evening: No matter which essence it is, the main function is to hydrate and moisturize. Skin is best hydrated and maintained to avoid premature aging. Therefore, essence without special instructions can be used morning and evening. Just note that night essence is recommended to be used only at night, and ordinary essence should be used for daytime skin care.

Which should I use first, serum or mask?

Essence can be mixed into lotion, cream or mask, or it can be applied alone. It is applied alone after using toner and eye cream, so apply the mask first.

If it is a sheet mask, it is better to apply the mask first and then the essence. If it is a jelly sleeping mask, it is better to apply the essence first and then the mask.

Okay, that’s all about the order of using essences and facial masks. I hope you all understand it.