The eyes are the windows to the soul, but they are also the most obvious proof of age. Because the skin around the eyes is aging and fine lines appear, it is obvious that the age is exposed. So if you want to delay the aging of the eyes, the most effective way is to apply an eye mask.
An eye mask is a skin care product that specializes in caring for the skin around the eyes. It is similar to a mask, except that the eye mask is used around the eyes, and the mask is used on the skin outside the eye area.
It can help us take care of the delicate skin around our eyes, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and help us maintain our beauty.
In addition, the effect of the eye mask is to make the eye area firm, replenish moisture, and moisturize the skin around the eyes. It can also relieve eye fatigue, eliminate dark circles and puffy eyes.
Some eye masks can also whiten the skin around the eyes, making the skin around the eyes smoother, more tender, whiter and better looking.
Eye masks are generally divided into two types: smear type and patch type. The patch-type eye mask is composed of two parts: the mask cloth and the essence. The smear-type eye mask is in the form of a cream, which can be directly applied to the eye area and then spread evenly.
Either type, it needs to be used after thoroughly cleansing the skin. The steps are generally after using the essence, you can wash your face with facial cleanser first, and then apply toner and essence.
After applying these, you can use the eye mask. The correct step is to use it in the skin care process, and the order of application is similar to that of eye cream.
Before using the eye mask, you can apply a warm compress to the eyes to promote blood circulation in the eyes. If you apply an eye mask after bathing, you don't need a hot compress.
The steps of applying the eye mask are also very simple. Take 2-4 pieces of the eye mask and use it on the lower eyelid, between the eyebrows, outer corner of the eye, etc. as needed. After putting it on, rest and wait for about 10-15 minutes, and then take the eye mask. After applying, massage the excess essence until it is absorbed, or wash it off.
Generally, the smear-type eye mask does not need to be cleaned, while the patch-type eye mask needs to be cleaned, so as not to burden the skin with the residual essence. It is recommended to apply it two to three times a week, not every day, to avoid excess skin nutrition.
But the eye mask also depends on the category and function. Some eye masks can be applied every day:
1. Basic moisturizing eye mask can be applied daily
This basic moisturizing eye mask has no other additional ingredients. It only moisturizes and hydrates the eye area. This kind of eye mask basically does not cause side effects to the skin, so it can be applied every day. When choosing this type of eye mask, you must look carefully, the simpler and more natural the ingredients, the better.
2. Moisturizing and soothing eye mask once every 2 days
In addition to deep hydration, this type of eye mask also has the effect of soothing the skin. Therefore, the ingredients of this type of eye mask are more diverse. Applying it every day may cause excessive nourishment and cause the production of fat particles.
Those with obvious fine lines and dry skin around the eyes can apply it every other day. For others, it is recommended to apply it every 2 to 4 days, depending on the condition of your skin.
3. Special maintenance eye mask twice a week
The special maintenance eye mask is mainly aimed at those with serious eye skin problems, such as: severe dehydration, severe dark circles, deep eye bags, fine lines and puffiness around the eyes and other skin problems.
This type of eye mask has complex ingredients and contains a variety of skin repair or maintenance ingredients. It is recommended to apply it twice a week, but if the above conditions have been significantly alleviated, it should be applied once a week.
