7 popular Korean face masks - according to Colady

Every year, oriental and Asian cosmetics are becoming increasingly popular. This is not surprising, because we never cease to be amazed at the smoothness and purity of the skin of Korean, Japanese and Chinese women . In addition, it is almost impossible to determine their age by eye - fifty-year-old women look thirty years or even younger. Today we will look at one of the most popular and sought-after types of cosmetics - Korean masks.

What are Korean face masks used for and how do they work?

Korean masks are made from natural ingredients and, depending on the composition, are used for:

• skin cleansing;
• hydration;
• skin nutrition;
• eliminate peeling and redness;
• fighting acne;
• fight wrinkles;
• improving complexion;
• skin lifting.

The ingredients in the masks have high biological activity and, thanks to the high quality of Korean cosmetics, they successfully cope with all these tasks.

Rules for preparation and application

There are disposable fabric masks in bags, special eye patches and traditional masks.

Using a regular mask is traditional:

• all masks are applied to clean skin;
• the mask is applied to the face, excluding the area around the eyes;
• the required time is maintained;
• the mask is washed off, or we blot its remains with a napkin, or spread it over the face with light patting movements.

Patches and fabric masks are express products . After removing from the bag, such masks are carefully distributed over the face or on the skin under the eyes and left on average for ten to twenty minutes according to the instructions. These masks are convenient to use when you lack time or before any event, when you do not have the opportunity to take care of your skin more globally.

Korean golden face mask with snail (snail mucus)

Perhaps the most popular of the Korean-made masks. As the main active ingredients it contains snail extract, more precisely, snail mucus and microparticles of colloidal gold .

The “golden” mask with snail successfully helps smooth out fine wrinkles, tightens and rejuvenates the skin. With regular use, it significantly improves the condition of the skin's collagen fibers, which are responsible for the appearance of wrinkles.

Korean face masks at home to maintain youthful and fresh skin

Such masks are intended for use at home; here are recipes for the most popular and effective ones.

Mask with gelatin to cleanse pores

1. Mash a tablet of activated carbon, mix with 1 table. spoon of water.
2. Add gelatin powder in the amount of 6 g to the mixture of coal and water, whisk with a broom and steam to a temperature slightly above body temperature.
3. Immediately apply to face and leave until completely dry, then wash with water at a comfortable temperature.

Effect: cleanses pores and eliminates blackheads on the skin.

Rejuvenating mask

1. Grind green tea (7-10 g) and steam it for 3-4 minutes.
2. Mix together 5-7 g of honey, one yolk and half a teaspoon. l. lemon juice and, after that, add steamed green tea to them and mix too.
3. Apply the mask to your face for no more than 15 minutes, then wash without soap.

Effect: having received a large amount of vitamins and nutrients, the skin will become noticeably more elastic, and wrinkles will begin to disappear after the 4th or 5th mask.

Herbal mask for dry skin

1. Finely chop 3 tables. l. fresh dandelion leaves, add 2 teaspoons to them. l. Boiled. water and steam heated honey.
2. After mixing, apply to facial skin and leave for 20 minutes.

Effect: nourishes and rejuvenates the skin.

Herbal mask for oily skin

1. Prepare oatmeal with milk, about a two-hundred gram glass.
2. Add wormwood decoction (2 tablespoons) and lemon juice (about 1 teaspoon) to it, mix well without using a blender.
3. Apply to face for 20 minutes. and wash with warm water.

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A healthy egg face mask works wonders

Effect: eliminates oily shine, reduces oil secretions from pores and cleanses the skin of pimples and blackheads.

Other effective masks

Korean oxygen foaming face mask

Contains oxygen, collagen, glycerin and other active substances. After application, this mask begins to bubble , forming a foam on the skin that effectively cleanses, slightly brightens the skin and effectively moisturizes.

As a result of using the mask, pores are noticeably reduced, and the skin looks fresh and healthy.

Typically, the oxygen mask is applied for a few minutes, depending on the instructions, and then washed off with warm water.

The oxygen foaming mask is not recommended for use on inflamed or irritated skin.

Korean hydrogel mask for facelift

Hydrogel masks appeared not so long ago, but almost immediately gained popularity due to their properties to actively moisturize and effectively tighten the skin.

These masks are jelly-like in consistency; they contain collagen, seaweed extracts, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants and other active substances.

In addition to moisturizing, hydrogel masks have a pronounced lifting effect , due to which the skin tightens and looks younger, bags and dark circles under the eyes are reduced.

A budget-friendly, but no less effective replacement for hydrogel masks are gelatin masks. In addition, they are easy to make yourself at home.

Korean alginate face mask

Among Korean cosmetics, alginate face masks have long and rightly earned the best reviews from cosmetologists.

The basis for such masks are alginates and diatoms, which have a pronounced tightening and modeling effect. In addition, the masks also contain other beneficial substances that effectively restore the skin and actively combat its imperfections.

The alginate mask is not washed off, but is removed from the skin in one layer after hardening.

Let's eliminate pigmentation at home

Kefir face mask effectively copes with shine, which is especially visible on oily skin. You just need to mix egg whites with honey and add 2 tbsp. kefir

A kefir-based mask prepared according to the following recipe gives an excellent result for those who want to lighten their freckles or age spots on their face. Take chopped parsley (1 tbsp) and stir with kefir (2 tbsp).

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Chinese face masks can give every beauty an excellent brightening result.

You've probably asked yourself more than once why Chinese women have such beautiful skin? Of course there is a secret in this, but everything secret soon becomes clear.

The fact is that Chinese women are taught to properly care for the skin of their face and body from an early age.

The most popular mask among Chinese women is the rice mask. Rice contains starch, which can rejuvenate, soften and whiten the skin.

Vitamin PP perfectly refreshes the skin, and vitamin H takes an active part in cell regeneration. Silicon, which rice is rich in, gives the skin elasticity and effectively tightens it, and potassium effectively combats dry skin.

As you can see, such a complex effect on skin cells is especially important for those whose skin requires special care, is often inflamed, looks tired and withering.

To get rid of wrinkles, refresh and tighten your facial skin, we recommend that you prepare a creamy rice mask. For this you need 2 tbsp. Grind the rice in a coffee grinder and mix with cream (1 tbsp), honey (1 tbsp) and butter (1 tbsp).

Before applying the mask, be sure to steam your face in a hot bath, which you can prepare with a herbal decoction.

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Precautionary measures:

• carefully read the instructions for using the mask;
• Before use, you should do a sensitivity test, since some natural active ingredients of the mask can cause an allergic reaction;
• store the mask correctly;
• if the mask gets on mucous membranes or eyes, they should be thoroughly rinsed with plenty of running water at room temperature;
• Do not use the mask if your skin is irritated or damaged, or if you have sunburn.

If you are a lover of Asian beauty secrets, you will definitely be delighted with Japanese face masks.

How to use it correctly?

As always, when we read alluring descriptions of cosmetic products on a label or in an online store, we want to get the same effect at home. In order not to be disappointed in the alginate mask, you need to have certain basic knowledge of its use.

The first time I used such a product, I encountered some unforeseen circumstances that could have been avoided if I had studied this cosmetic product in more detail in advance. In this regard, I offer you a small instruction.

1. First you need to prepare your facial skin. To do this, you need to thoroughly clean it with hydrophilic oil and foam for washing.
2. You can also carry out a deeper cleansing of the facial skin using a peeling roller or scrub, because this way the beneficial components of the mask will better penetrate the skin.
3. Next, the toner is applied. If you use the European system of facial care, then simply cleanse the skin well and tone it.
4. An alginate mask conducts any substance very well into the deep layers of the skin, so you can apply an essence, serum or ampoule before using it and let it absorb well.
5. In order to prepare a mask, you need to dilute the alginate powder with cold water or an activator; the exact proportion is usually indicated in the instructions. You should have the consistency of thick sour cream. I usually dilute 5 tbsp. powder and 4 tbsp. water.
6. It is best to dilute such a mask in a glass or plastic container so that it does not react with other materials. Mix the contents very well and quickly.
7. Immediately apply the mask to your face with a spatula, spatula or brush. The layer should be quite thick, from 5 to 10 mm. The denser the mask, the better it will work and will be removed from the face at the end of the procedure.
8. This mask can be applied to the eyes, lips and neck, just be careful to leave small slits for breathing. It is better to lubricate eyelashes and eyebrows with a rich cream so that they remain on them after the procedure is completed.
9. Then it is better to lie down and relax for 30 minutes or less, as indicated in the instructions for use, because the mask is quite heavy and can cause stretching of the skin. It is normal to experience tightness while waiting with your mask on.
10. After the specified time has passed, it is necessary to remove it from the bottom up, starting from the chin and ending with the forehead. You are unlikely to be able to get rid of it in one continuous mass, so remove it in rags.
11. Next, you can use the toner again to completely cleanse the skin; you don’t need to rinse anything off with water, then apply the emulsion or cream to your face.
12. It is advisable to carry out alginate masks in a course 1-2 times a week; the course can last up to 1 month. Regular use of masks will allow you to achieve the desired result due to a lasting cumulative effect.
13. The used alginate mask should only be thrown into the trash.

Reviews of Korean masks

Our readers, who tried to use Korean cosmetics in practice, shared their impressions with us and left reviews about the masks.

Albina, 30 years old

I discovered Korean and Japanese cosmetics a long time ago. Most often I use a Korean face mask from the Skinlite brand with green tea extract, so I can leave the most flattering reviews about it. This is a fabric mask, it is not very expensive and easy to use. Sometimes I use it again - there is still a lot of liquid left in the bag. And the tightening and refreshing effect is really clearly visible - the skin looks better almost the first time.

Expert's comment: Fabric masks have long gained popularity as an express product for moisturizing and moderately lifting facial skin. But it is still not recommended to store the remains of an opened mask package, even if there is enough active extract left. Over time, it can change its properties and even cause an allergic reaction.

Elena, 28 years old

After reading positive reviews about the Korean overnight face mask with collagen, I decided to try it on myself. I bought the version with an extract made from baobab fibers. After three uses I can give my feedback. There is a good smell, a pleasant consistency, and in the morning the skin really looks renewed - fine wrinkles are not so visible, the face seems to glow, and the slight irritation at the bridge of the nose has practically disappeared. The only small negative is a slight sticky feeling, but this happens when using most night creams and masks.

Expert comment: For the production of night cosmetics, a “heavier” base is often used with the addition of a certain amount of vegetable or animal fats. When choosing a mask, you should also take into account your skin type - dry, normal, oily or combination. The final result of using the mask and the feeling during its use depends on this.

Svetlana, 32 years old

Recently I have been using various Korean face masks from Ekel. This series includes masks with vitamins, aloe, pomegranate, ginseng, collagen and others. I can say with confidence that they have become a real salvation for my always irritated and sensitive skin. True, the masks themselves are a little too big for me - they don’t completely cover my face. But I am very pleased with the effect - the red spots on my face disappear, the skin looks refreshed and moisturized after the mask.

Expert's comment: If you have sensitive skin prone to constant irritation, you should be careful when choosing a mask. Carefully study its composition and strictly follow the instructions for use. Some people have allergic reactions, for example, to a mask containing an egg or placenta. Therefore, before using the mask, you need to do a sensitivity test, and if during use you notice itching, burning or other unpleasant sensations, then the mask should be washed off immediately.