Hello readers!
As most of you already know, A and I, pretty much like every other girl have a thing for skincare. From homemade face masks, night masks, rose water, facial oils to makeup removers, sunscreen etc. we have covered many topics on how to keep your skin healthy and soft.
Today, we at besties, are covering yet another beauty regime to keep your skin hydrated, soft and supple – iconic sheet masks.
What is a sheet mask?
Sheet masks are face-shaped sheet fabrics soaked in serum based formula packed with vitamins, minerals and amino acids. The application is pretty easy – cleanse your face and put the face-shaped mask (start patting with the forehead first), leave for sometime, which usually is 20-30 mins and take it off..Voila!!!!
Depending on your skin type, 1-2 masks a week are more than enough.
How does it work?
The sheet, which is fully soaked in the moisturizing serum is packed with ingredients beneficial for skin such as vitamins, hyaluronic acid etc. Since, the ingredients are in water phase when dissolved, the sheet prevents the evaporation of water phase, thereby, extending the time frame for the ingredients to be absorbed into the skin.
Sheet mask vs. Paste mask
So, the real question that arises is what makes it different from our traditional clay masks and are sheet masks really worth the money we invest in?
- Sheet masks, definitely, leave the skin more hydrated, unlike, most of the traditional masks we have been using.
We suggest going for a sheet mask with rose, if you are looking for that extra hydration for your dry skin. - Sheet masks are your go to while travelling, busy and lazy days as its easy and convenient to use while you need to set aside time and place to prepare yourself for a paste mask.
- Sheet masks basically nourish the skin. For exfoliating or cleaning purposes, the paste masks are way more effective than sheet masks.
- Paste masks can cater to special skin requirements like oily, congested T-zone, dark circles etc. where as while using the sheet mask, you have to stick to the specific mask all over the face when you are using it.
- Sheet masks are not as cost effective as paste masks (which can also be easily made at home).
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Bottom line: If you are guilty of occasionally going to bed with your makeup on, or are too busy to care for your skin sometimes, sheet masks definitely need a place in your beauty drawer. Sleep on it when your skin needs that ‘extra’ boost for a special event tomorrow. And even if you are a skincare devotee, that extra nourishment will leave your face glowing. But yeah, sheet masks should not be the only skincare in your daily routine.
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I love facial masks! Thank you for the comparison, great to learn something new about skincare!
Thank you Holly! 😊
very insightful, one of my clients use to sell sheet masks and we would do marketing for them. This took me back to basics. 🙂
My daughter loves these style of masks. I have yet to try one but I think I probably need too. A lot of benefits for the skin and I am always looking for a simple solutions
I just recently tried sheet masks and have come to really enjoy them. Your info on sheet vs. paste masks is helpful also as I still use paste too.
Ha! I thought this was a late halloween post when I first saw the mask!! But I would seriously try this mask. Facial masks feel soooo good.
What a wonderful post! I love wearing face masks, they are so refreshing. This looks promising. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
I used a lot of face masks when I was younger. I have never tried a sheet mask. Thank you for sharing the differences and the benefits.
I would also take a look at the ingredients in a lot of these sheet masks. There are a lot of sketchy, non-pronounceable items on the list. Great comparison
I love using sheet masks and I’m that girl guilty of not taking very good care of my skin. I would love to receive some of these in my stocking this holiday season.
My daughter loves to do the masks with skin care. I will have to show her this. She will be interested in knowing the differences.
So it just came to mind … lets try a sheet mask… checked few .. & got sooo many questions.. it clicked .. how about checking with Besties! Found my answers here. Thank you BN ! You rock 😊
We are glad to know we could help. Thanks for the great words, its always a motivation 🙂