Why Japanese Face Masks are ALL the Rage in 2020

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Why Japanese Face Masks are ALL the Rage in
2020 Japanese face masks are officially a
must-have part of any beauty routine. What
started out as something of a novelty has swiftly
become a necessary aspect of every good skincare
regimen. Theyre easy-to-use, full of ingredients
that nurture and pamper your skin, and many of
them are super cute, too! They can replace other
stand-alone products in your line-up such as
serums and moisturizers, plus you can use them
daily as long as you read up on the ingredients.
Some folks in Japan take the time to apply face
masks twice a day! If you havent tried a facial
sheet mask yet, then you need to look into just
why Japanese sheet masks are so popular. The
ongoing obsession with smooth glass skin began as
a Korean trend, but it quickly jumped to Japan.
Japanese beauty gurus and manufacturers pounced
at the chance to put out products that encourage
a flawless face. Enter Japanese sheet masks.
Theyre an essential aspect of any glass skin
regimen because of all the moisture and nutrients
they pack into your skin.
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Natural Ingredients for the Win In most
cases, sheet masks contain natural ingredients
such as botanical essences and vegetable
extracts. Its not uncommon to find green tea
listed as an ingredient, for example. Aloe,
apricot, dandelion, and ginseng are just a few of
the ingredients that frequently pop up in face
masks. Some of them use more esoteric items while
others may contain glycolic or salicylic acid to
deal with acne and oily skin. Read whats in each
mask before you apply it. The all-natural ones
can be used daily, but anything with
acne-fighting ingredients should be limited to
once a week to avoid irritating your skin and
triggering it to produce even more
oil.   Versatility, Thy Name Is Sheet Mask You
can find a face mask for anything. No matter your
skin type, there are hundreds of sheet masks out
there that will benefit your individual
complexion. Begin by searching for masks that
target combination skin, dry skin, or oily skin,
depending on which you have. From there, you can
also find masks that are specifically designed to
moisturize your skin, refine it, balance your
complexion, or cleanse your pores. To that end,
the ingredients matter which is also why you need
to double-check whats in your face masks.  
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Soaking in the Serum Most Japanese skincare
routines include an essence and a serum, two
products that arent often found in regimens in
the United States. Essences and serums give your
skin a double-dose of hydration. Fortunately, the
majority of Japanese sheet masks are soaked in
essences, serums, or both! Thats the substance
that coats the face masks and drips all over the
place when you pull it out of the packaging. You
can even pour out the excess liquid from the
packaging and smooth it over your face before or
after you apply the mask. Your skin will thank
you! A Mega-Dose of Toner Face masks are also
soaked in toner. Toner is a critical part of any
glass skin beauty plan. Many skincare regimens
involve applying a separate toner as well as a
sheet mask. If that feels right, then you should
do you. It certainly wont hurt! Applying a
separate, stand-alone toner can be a hassle when
youre short on time, though, and it can even get
messy. After all, the ideal way to apply it is to
pour some into your palms and gently press it
into your skin. A sheet mask is an efficient
substitute for standard toner when youre short
on time and need an all-in-one fix!  
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Easy Application In fact, lets take a moment to
praise how easy it is to put on a facial sheet
mask. Traditional face masks are fine and dandy,
but theyre messy. Whether you apply them with
your fingers, a brush, or a sponge, you always
wind up with product smeared in weird places,
such as the bathroom sink or random strands of
hair. In contrast, with Japanese sheet masks, you
just unfold the mask, fit it to your face as best
you can, smooth it out, and wait anywhere from
10-20 minutes depending on the mask. When
finished, you simply take it off, pat in the
excess liquid, and go on your way what a dream!
Just remember to remove your mask before it dries
out completely. Otherwise, you risk undoing all
of your masks hard work.   The Perfect
Seal Sheet masks are made with the perfect
paper. Once its all saturated with serum and
sticking to your face, it creates the ideal seal.
None of that precious moisture is leaking out or
dripping down your face. All of it soaks into
your skin. Thats another reason to remove your
mask before it dries out completely. Leave it on
too long and the paper may try to reabsorb that
moisture.  
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Theyre Too Cute This is a small point, but its
worth mentioning. While there are plenty of plain
white sheet masks, you can also find colorful
options, not to mention masks that are decorated
with pretty patterns and prints. To be a bit more
extra, why not shop around for face masks
featuring your favorite characters? From Winnie
the Pooh and Minnie Mouse to magical unicorns and
adorable foxes, there are all sorts of designs
out there. Doesnt your beauty return deserve a
little fun?   Hydration, Hydration,
Hydration The main reason that face masks are so
popular is that they hydrate your skin on another
level. Traditional masks cant compete. All of
the essences, serums, and toners found in sheet
masks seep deep into your skin, packing it full
of much-needed moisture. As a result, with
regular use, your skin will appear smoother, your
pores will be smaller, and your complexion will
have an enviable glow that will make everyone beg
you for your beauty secrets