How Many Times Should I Use a Face Mask?

Likewise, face masks are popular in the skincare world for improving your skin and targeting certain problem zones. But one big question on everyone's minds: how often should you actually be making time for your favorite face mask? Depending on your skin type, the mask in question and what you are trying to achieve with it.

Understanding Your Skin Type

Knowing your skin type is necessary before considering how often you use a face mask

• FOR OILY SKIN: If you've got oily skin, go in with a face mask 2 to 3 times per week—it'll help control that shine and stay one step ahead of clogged pores. Clay or charcoal masks that draw impurities out.
• Dry Skin: Those who tend to have dry skin may find relief with the help of a hydrating mask — you can apply it once or twice per week. The extra moisture can be replenished with cream-based masks that contain hyaluronic acid or glycerin.
• Combination Skin When it comes to combination skin, a mix of treatments is essential. Consider using a mask once per week — change it up: one week do clarify and exfoliating (Beta Hydroxy Acids), the next hydrating (Alpha Hydroxy) etc.
• Gentle: Wear masks 1 time a week and they should be calming to sensitive skin such as Fresh Black tea firming overnight mask.

Choosing the Right Mask

The mask you choose also determines how frequently they should be used Here’s a quick breakdown:

• A clay mask — Great for pulling toxins out of the skin, you only need to use this about once per week so as not to dry your skin out too much.
• Sheet Masks: These are mild and convenient, you can use a sheet mask two to three times in week depending on the need of your skin
• Exfoliating Masks: Chemical exfoliators (like an AHA or BHA include in!) should also not be used more than once a week, this can help prevent over-exfoliation.

Listening to Your Skin

But really, the best skincare tip is to listen to your skin and see how it responds or reacts based on usage of products. Finally, if you experience irritation or notice breakouts after using a mask try applying it less often or trying different one. Keep in mind though that finding a balance so does not mean you need to do what everyone on the internet is doing, it means find out exactly what works for your skin.

So the bottom line on face masks… if you have a mask that work for your skin, use it and enjoy! Happy masking!