Facial gua sha is a great method for facial care that not only helps with beauty but also benefits facial health. After facial gua sha, some people believe that using a face mask will have better effects. Is this really the case?
Can You Use a Face Mask After Facial Gua Sha?
Yes, you can use a face mask after facial gua sha.
Facial gua sha promotes blood circulation in the face, enlarges pores, and increases the skin's ability to absorb nutrients (moisture) compared to normal conditions. Therefore, it is a good time to apply a face mask after facial gua sha.
How Long Should You Wait to Apply a Face Mask After Facial Gua Sha?
Usually, you can apply a face mask immediately after facial gua sha. After gua sha, the facial pores are already open (and should not be exposed to cold), which is the perfect time to quickly absorb the nourishing ingredients of the face mask. After some time, most of the pores will close, and the effectiveness of absorbing oxygen from the face mask will not be as good.
What Type of Face Mask is Recommended After Facial Gua Sha?
After facial gua sha, the pores are open and have a stronger absorption ability compared to usual. If you use a face mask with more stimulating impurities, it may affect the health of your skin. Therefore, it is necessary to choose a face mask that suits your own skin type (for example, for dry skin, use a face mask with high moisture content) and choose one that is non-irritating.
Precautions After Facial Gua Sha
1. Do not wash your face with cold water after gua sha, and avoid applying makeup within 4 hours.
2. The face mask should be mixed with warm water to avoid skin irritation from cold water.
3. Apply moderate pressure during facial gua sha and there is no need to cause sha (redness or bruising). The facial muscles are less and the subcutaneous blood vessels are more sensitive.
