Face masks from Korea: list of the most effective products

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.

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This effective product has also proven itself to be excellent: a moisturizing and nourishing fabric mask, richly soaked in gel with aloe extract. Apply to the face for 20 minutes, causing the skin to cool and soothe. The mask does not have a sticky effect, it is very pleasant and suitable for any skin type. After use, the pores narrow, inflammation and redness disappear, and the face looks rested.

The product does not tighten the skin and does not leave a sticky film on it. The advantages of the mask also include skin smoothing, deep hydration and a very low price.

Of the minuses: it does not fit very tightly to the skin, often it simply slips off.

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.

I came, I saw, I conquered

Or took it, applied it and removed it. Fast, practical and targeted. Some of the most popular Korean fast-acting fabric masks were created just for busy modern women. This is 100% cotton fabric, cut to fit the shape of the face and impregnated with a special essence based on plant concentrates or extracts of animal origin. What can they guarantee us?

• They will relieve inflammatory processes, while simultaneously removing various rashes (acne, pimples).
• They will improve the color of the epidermis, forever defeating sallowness and yellowishness of the skin.
• Smooth out wrinkles, restoring the firmness and elasticity of the dermis.
• They will defeat flaking, moisturize and significantly improve dry skin.
• They will relieve swelling and deeply nourish the dermis with vitamins.

All Korean fabric face masks are universal and very easy to use. Before opening the disposable bag, it can be cooled or heated (depending on the direction of the product). Then you need to remove the mask and apply it to a cleansed face, carefully smoothing it and pressing it to the skin. The effect of the healing tissue is usually half an hour. After removing the used product, spread the residue on the skin and wait until it is completely absorbed.

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.

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.

What are they like?

The Korean beauty industry offers completely different types of masks:

1. Rinse-off are the most common and easy to use: apply for 20 minutes and rinse. They often combine different functions, but work mainly only on the surface, without penetrating into the deeper layers of the skin. Their basic property is thorough cleansing, and as an addition - brightening, smoothing and moisturizing.
2. Hydrogel - appeared not so long ago and have already managed to win the hearts of many women. They consist of two parts - for the area above the cheekbones and for the area below the cheekbones. A hydrogel mask, of course, is not able to perfectly fit all the curves of the face, but it perfectly relieves swelling and vitamins the dermis. When heated, it begins to melt and saturate the face with moisture.
3. Bubble masks - they are called so because upon contact with the skin they begin to foam and fizz. Perhaps the funniest creatures ever invented by Korean manufacturers. They thoroughly saturate the dermis with oxygen, soften and whiten, and also cleanse the skin of blackheads.
4. Film masks are a fashion trend from Koreans. They come in all sorts of colors: multi-colored, fragrant, pearlescent, shiny, etc. They actively pull out all the impurities from the pores, give a lifting effect and improve the complexion.
5. Carboxy masks are also no exception for Korean manufacturers. The main advantage is that they are easy to use at home, and in quality they are close to the results of salon procedures. The product provides effective skin rejuvenation and also solves the problem of dark circles, sagging and dry dermis.
6. Splash masks are visually reminiscent of a tonic, but differ in the concentration of the composition and, of course, the method of application. Add to warm water and wash with the resulting liquid. In just 15 seconds, the splash mask creates the perfect effect and improves the structure of the dermis.

But that's not all!

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.

The best Korean hair mask

These professional Korean masks are considered the best in this area of ​​cosmetics and solve the following problems.

Tasks:

• Nutrition;
• Protecting hair from the adverse effects of the urban environment;
• Restoring an attractive appearance and enhancing growth.

This is achieved by saturating the hair follicles and the hair itself with the necessary nutritional biologically active components.

It is believed that a professional hair mask can be compared to a spa stay. It is also useful to use such masks for preventive purposes, even if there are no obvious problems.

But everything has 2 sides: good and not so good. So, so that the use of masks does not lead to the opposite effect, you need to understand some rules, namely: use masks based on natural ingredients, plant extracts, antioxidants and other ingredients from natural sources.

A wide selection of these masks are presented on the market by well-known cosmetics manufacturers from South Korea. South Korea produces hair masks, which are highly concentrated (in terms of hypoallergenic components) preparations that guarantee a gentle and, at the same time, intense restorative effect on the hair.

As an example, we can cite the very popular egg moisturizing mask, which contains extracts from natural eggs; it contains a lot of proteins and vitamin complexes, so in addition to nutrition, the hair is provided with hydration and excellent care.

The Korean mask also enjoys well-deserved attention, as it improves blood circulation that nourishes the hair follicles, which significantly accelerates hair growth, improves its structure and reduces loss from hair loss. The properties of this mask are determined by camellia and shea cosmetic oils, as well as extracts of peony and fermented corn.