How long should you apply a hydrating mask? How long is considered too long?

Moisturizing mask is divided according to the efficacy of the mask. Many women have relatively dry skin and need a moisturizing mask. Let’s see how long a moisturizing mask is usually applied? How long is considered too long when applying a hydrating mask?

Speaking of the hydrating mask, this is a mask that many people have used. Masks should also be differentiated according to their functions. Let’s take a look at how long the hydrating mask is generally applied? How long is too long to apply a hydrating mask?

How long should you apply a hydrating mask?

1. Generally, the hydrating mask can be applied for about 15 to 20 minutes.

Compared with other functional masks, the ingredients of a hydrating mask are simpler, and the skin can effectively absorb and utilize the hydrating factors contained in the mask within 15 to 20 minutes.

2. Homemade hydrating mask can extend the time

If you are using a homemade hydrating mask, because the nutrients in it are larger and more complex than those in the patch type, we can extend the time appropriately, to about 20 to 30 minutes, to allow the skin to better absorb and utilize its effective ingredients.

3. In winter, you can appropriately extend the mask application time

If you use a hydrating mask in winter, because the temperature is low, the expansion of the pores and the skin's absorption capacity will decrease accordingly. In order to ensure the effectiveness of the mask, we can also appropriately extend the time of applying the mask, preferably 20 to 30 minutes. Similarly, if it is summer, you can use the mask for 10 to 15 minutes. It is better to shorten the mask time.

How long is too long to apply a hydrating mask?

If a hydrating mask is left on the face for more than 30 minutes, it is considered too long. No matter what time it is, the hydrating mask should not be on the face for more than 30 minutes, otherwise the mask will dry out and easily absorb the moisture of the facial skin, making the skin dry and tight. In addition, if the skin is covered with a mask for a long time, it will affect the smooth breathing of the pores and cause the pores to be clogged.

That’s all about the time to use a hydrating mask. Don’t apply it for too long and be careful of redness and swelling of the skin.