Do I need to wash my face after applying a moisturizing mask? When is the best time to use it?

Moisturizing mask is used by many women, especially in drier areas. If you don’t use this moisturizing mask, your whole face will be super dry. Do you need to wash your face after applying the moisturizing mask? When is the best time to use a moisturizing mask?

Moisturizing mask is a kind of mask that many people love very much. This moisturizing mask can make the skin more hydrated. Let’s see whether you need to wash your face after applying the moisturizing mask? When is the best time to use a moisturizing mask?

Do I need to wash my face after applying a moisturizing mask?

First of all, you must wash your face before applying a facial mask. I think everyone knows this. If you don’t wash it, a lot of dust will probably get into your face. In fact, everyone has different opinions on whether you need to wash your face after using a moisturizing mask. Generally speaking, if the instructions emphasize washing, you must wash it! If the package does not indicate whether it needs to be washed, and if there is not too much excess liquid remaining on the skin surface, the skin will feel refreshed and not sticky after massage and absorption. At this time, you can choose not to wash it and directly apply the subsequent skin care products. However, if it still feels sticky after massage, just wash it with clean water and then apply the skin care products. But the editor's suggestion is to massage a little after use, and then wash it off with clean water, because the essence remaining on the face cannot be absorbed by the skin, and the subsequent untimely maintenance will cause the skin's moisture to be lost. So don't be lazy, you must add follow-up lotion or moisturizing cream after the mask, otherwise the mask will be in vain!

When is the best time to use a moisturizing mask?

23:00-5:00

During the period when human cells grow and repair most vigorously, the skin's absorption capacity for skin care products is very strong, making it most suitable for facial mask care. It is best to apply a moisturizing mask after taking a hot bath to open the pores, which has a very obvious effect on hydrating and moisturizing the skin. Don’t forget to apply moisturizer after the mask to lock in moisture. But after 23:00 it is late, in order not to affect sleep, you can also move the mask application time forward by 10-20 minutes.

5:00-8:00

The cell regeneration activity drops to the lowest point, the lymphatic circulation slows down, and many people find that their eyes are swollen after getting up. The skin condition is not suitable for regular facial mask care at this time, but many women need to change dark circles or poor complexion. It may be helpful to perform some local care, such as applying eye masks, to enhance eye circulation.

8:00-12:00

The skin's functions reach their peak and people's mental state is better. At this time, the skin cell tissue has stronger resistance, the secretion of sebaceous glands is very active, and the tolerance is better. So if you have time to do facial mask care, you can do an exfoliating mask, a blemish-removing mask, an acne-removing mask, etc. The chance of skin allergies at this time is relatively low.

12:00-16:00

People are generally mentally tired, their blood pressure and hormone levels are lower, and their skin condition begins to deteriorate. Many people find that their skin is smooth and moisturized in the morning, but may become oily or dry in the afternoon, and small fine lines may appear. Therefore, when doing facial mask care at this time, you can make some warming and moisturizing masks and firming masks, and add a little essence in moderation.

16:00-20:00

As the oxygen content in the blood increases, the skin's ability to absorb nutrients is also enhanced. This is the time when people return home after a busy day outside. If the skin is damaged by ultraviolet rays, strong winds, dry climate, and sun exposure, emergency care should be carried out when returning home, including the use of after-sun repair mask. In addition, since the skin's absorption capacity is better at this time, you can also make some nourishing facial masks.

20:00-23:00

The skin's micro-capillaries have the weakest resistance, so this is not the best time to use a facial mask. However, since the best time to apply a facial mask is after 11pm, which can easily affect your sleep patterns, most people still choose to apply a facial mask during this period. This requires a sensitivity test to prevent allergies. You need to lie still when applying the mask and prepare for a good sleep. Only when you are truly relaxed and soundly asleep can your skin complete normal repair.

Whether you need to wash your face after applying this moisturizing mask depends on you. If you want good results, it is better to manage the time well.