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Night Mask
Nighttime creams and masks serve as intense moisturizers and anti-aging agents since they can penetrate the skin for several hours at once without competing with makeup, sweat, creams, sun and more. There are two main skincare items for nighttime, which are night creams and night, or sleeping, masks.
Cremas de noche
Night creams are basically night moisturizers with anti-aging properties. They contain ingredients that hydrate the skin and contain ingredients that are too heavy to wear during the day. They also contain retinol, which is best used at night and is the most effective anti-aging ingredient to prevent fine line lines and wrinkles and restore a youthful appearance to your skin.
Night/Sleeping Mask
Night masks are similar to facial masks, but with facial masks, you rinse them off after 10-20 minutes. Night masks are left on all night to provide intense hydration and seal in your facial serums, creams and oils. They are massaged into the skin, allowing time for your skin to be soothed. The ingredients found in night masks are mild, since they will be on your skin for eight or more hours. It is recommended that you choose a mask with light moisturizers, such as hyaluronic acid, that will hydrate your skin without clogging your pores. For those looking for a mask with more anti-aging properties, choose one with retinol and vitamin A derivatives, which will improve your skin's texture and elasticity.
Cream vs. Mask
Creams and masks both have their place in your skincare routine. The optimal combination is to use a cream nightly and then opt for a mask every few nights. This combination can help boost the appearance of your skin and address the signs of aging. Some people might be able to tolerate the intense masks every night, but it is important to give your skin a break, especially if your skin is sensitive.
You will also want to cross-check the ingredients between your cream and/or mask to your daytime products to ensure that you are overloading your skin with the same ingredients. More is not always better for ingredients such as retinol and vitamin C. Excess amounts of them can lead to skin irritation.