When it comes to sleep, there’s a reason they call it “beauty sleep”. Though there’s a lot we don’t know about sleep, there are many things we do know. First and foremost, sleep is when your brain sorts through the day’s information, storing important tidbits away and creating long-term memories. It’s also a time when your body becomes flooded with hormones that help stimulate repair and regeneration.
When you fall asleep your body switches from survival mode to recovery mode. The average person starts to get sleepy around 9pm or when the sun has fully gone down, which is exactly when your skin starts to settle down as well. Over the next few hours is when your skin is the most primed to absorb topical treatments. This makes it the perfect time to use a treatment mask.
If You Have Time to Sleep, You Have Time to Mask
If you’re looking for a way to maximize the effects of your skincare regimen, you should consider the benefits of an overnight mask. At night your skin becomes warmer and more permeable – it’s primed to receive skincare products. At night is when it’s best to apply things like antioxidant serums, hydrating night creams, and spot treatments. Your skin is ready to absorb anything you throw at it. The downside is your skin is also more prone to moisture loss at night. In fact, your skin is at its driest when you wake up in the morning, which is why your morning moisturizer is so important. The simplest way to take advantage of nighttime permeability while protecting against overnight moisture loss is to apply an overnight mask. Overnight masks are designed to take advantage of the skin’s increased permeability, but they also create a protective layer on your skin that helps lock moisture in and keep dirt and other pore-clogging debris out.Tips for Applying Overnight Masks
Incorporating overnight masks into your weekly skincare routine is incredibly simple. Most people use them once or twice a week – it may depend on the active ingredients you choose how often the mask should be applied. If you’ve chosen a mask for exfoliation, limit your use to once a week for a radiance boost. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for maintenance usage or an intensive course of treatment. For hydration or anti-aging benefits, however, you could mask three times a week or as needed. Apply an overnight mask is simple – here are the steps to follow:View this post on Instagram
- Cleanse your face using a gentle cleanser and be sure to remove all traces of the day’s makeup.
- Apply toner like Lotion Yon-Ka while the skin is still slightly damp and pat it into your skin.
- Give your skin a few minutes to absorb the toner.
- Apply a thin to medium layer of the mask to your face, neck, and décolleté.
- Let the product absorb for 20 to 30 minutes then massage in the extra before bed.