Why does my face mask burn my skin?

MASK SEEN BURNING THE SKIN: CAUSES AND HOW TO FIX

Mask is a step skin care familiar, help provide nourishment and improve skin an effective way. However, not a few people who encountered stinging sensation, burning after the mask, even to the condition of redness and irritation lasts. Why is this happening?

If this is an indication that the product is functioning well on the skin or a reaction alert the skin is hurt?

This article by with Dr Nguyen Giap will help you to understand cause skin irritation when mask, how to handle timely and most important is how to avoid this situation, make sure to experience care, skin care, safe and effective.

Causes of skin irritation when applying a mask

A burning sensation on your skin isn't always a sign of danger, but if you don't understand the cause, you could be doing more damage than good. Here are the most common reasons why your skin reacts to a face mask.

Ingredients mask does not fit with the skin

Some active ingredients in masks may be too strong for your skin to tolerate. Ingredients like AHA, BHA, Retinol help scrubs and stimulates skin regeneration, but can easily cause irritation to sensitive skin or skin that is not used to strong active ingredients. In addition, alcohol, synthetic fragrances or preservatives can also cause skin irritation, especially for those with easily irritated skin.

Using poor quality or expired masks

Products of unknown origin or expired may contain altered ingredients, causing severe skin irritation. The nutrients in expired masks may no longer be effective and may also have negative effects on the skin, causing redness and damage.

Skin is not properly cleaned before applying the mask

When the skin has not been cleansing or purification techniques, dirt, excess oil and bacteria, still clinging on the surface. When nutrients in the masks, they can cause reactions, irritation, causing the skin is stinging and discomfort.

Mask for too long or too thick

Many people think that the longer they leave a mask on, the more nutrients their skin will absorb. However, this is completely wrong. When the mask dries completely on the skin, it can suck moisture back out of the skin, causing the skin to feel tight and irritated.

The skin is weak, sensitive or hurt

The skin is in the process of recovery after peel the skin, laser or acne are very easily irritated when exposed to concentrated nutrients from the mask. At this time, the skin barrier is not strong enough to absorb nutrients, leading to a burning and uncomfortable feeling.

Allergic reaction to some ingredients in the mask

Everyone has a different skin type, and not everyone is suitable for all cosmetic ingredients. Some people may be allergic to natural essential oils, citrus extracts, milk proteins, causing the skin to immediately become red and sore when exposed to masks containing these ingredients.

Video consulting solutions rejuvenation by facelift

How to handle when the mask is burning the skin

If you feel burning when mask, don't panic. Please follow the steps below to reduce irritation and protect the skin:

Stop immediately and wash your face clean

If burning sensation appear after 1 – 2 minutes first, please remove the mask immediately. Wash your face with cool water or physiological saline to soothe the skin and remove the ingredients that cause irritation.

Cold compresses to soothe the skin

Use a clean towel soaked with cold water or wrapped ice cubes in the towel then gently apply on face. This helps to reduce the burning sensation and shrink pores, prevent inflammation.

Level moisture and restore the skin

After wash your face and soothe the skin, the next step is to supply moisture to support the recovery process. Please choose cream or serum contains panthenol (B5), hyaluronic acid (HA), ceramide – the composition helps to restore barrier to protect the skin and reduce irritation.

Avoid using products that contain alcohol, fragrance, retinol, AHA/BHA in at least 24 hours after skin irritations to limit the risk to injure the skin more. If the skin is too sensitive you can use paper mask or aloe vera gel to soothe the skin quickly.

Limit exposure to the sun

After irritation, the skin becomes more sensitive to the sun. If you need outside, please apply sunscreen there index of SPF 30+ and shielding techniques to protect the skin.

Monitor the skin condition

After he had dealt with the status irritation, continue to monitor the skin's response in the next 24 hours. If the skin is still red, swollen, itching, rash, blisters or peeling, you might be allergic to an ingredient in a face mask.

In this case, please stop using all the products lotion with active power and to see a dermatologist for advice suitable treatment

ADVICE SOI SKIN IMMEDIATELY

How to prevent burning the skin when the mask is stinging 

Select mask suitable for skin type:

Not what mask fits well with your skin.

Make your choice based on the individual characteristics of each skin type:

• Oily skin, acne: Should use face mask of clay, activated charcoal, melaleuca tea, to attract excess oil and deep cleansing.
• Dry skin, sensitive: Select mask provides moisture contains HA, glycerin, niacinamide to help skin soft, avoid dry stretch.
• Combination skin: Can combine several types of masks, such as the use clay masks in the T-zone and mask-level moisture in the dry skin.
• Sensitive Skin: Limited products containing flavorings, alcohol, paraben and priorities of the nature mild, such as oatmeal, aloe, mineral water.

Check the ingredients before use

Read table composition is the simple way to avoid skin irritation. If you have sensitive skin, please avoid ingredients such as:

• Dry alcohol (alcohol alcohol, ethanol): Easy to make dry skin, causing irritation.
• Aromatherapy (fragrance, parfum): May cause allergies to sensitive skin.
• AHA, BHA, retinol: Although beneficial for the skin, but if used the wrong way or with high concentration may cause irritation.

Test product on small area of skin:

• Before applying the mask to your entire face, test a small amount on your wrist or behind your ear for 24 hours. If there are no signs of irritation such as redness, itching, burning or acne, you can safely use it.
• Don't mask too long: the ideal Time is 10 – 15 minutes.
• Ensure clean skin before the mask: Always remove makeup and wash your face before implementation.

Use alternative solutions such as facelifts midface, lift Hifu, Deep planeuse technology, Ultherapyinjection stretch the skin... to help give skin always stretch young.

PROCESS WORK AT THE CLINIC SPECIALIZES IN COSMETIC DENTISTRY, DR. NGUYEN GIAP.

Contact advice facelift helps to rejuvenate the skin at the clinic, Dr Nguyen Giap

• Hotline: 0909 886 054
• Map: https://g.co/kgs/iuwZLSV
• Aesthetic Association: ://www.hoithammy.org/index.php?m=tieu-chuan-1&id=1532
• What clinic: https://www.whatclinic.com/cosmetic-plastic-surgery/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/phu-nhuan-district-ho-chi-minh/dr-nguyen-giap-aesthetic-surgery-center

Conclusion

The burning sensation when applying a mask is not always dangerous, but if not treated promptly, you can cause more serious damage to your skin. Understanding the causes and how to handle them will help you avoid unnecessary mistakes, thereby optimizing the effectiveness of the mask.

Skin care is a long journey, and patience and understanding your own skin will help you get the healthy and beautiful skin you desire. Choose the right product, use it correctly so that the mask can truly become a "savior" for your skin, instead of a worrying experience!