PS: What are the top three skin care mistakes you see women making?
CC: Something I wouldn’t recommend is when women apply their creams, some people slap it on and tug their skin repeatedly, which can lead to wrinkles, so it’s better to apply products very gently. I also know people who splash water on their face when it feels dry. But that actually draws moisture away from their skin because water molecules are so large.
Another mistake is when people keep sheets masks on all night — some sleep with it. There’s a reason the directions say leave for 20 minutes and discard. If you leave it on any longer, the cotton pads can actually soak moisture away from your skin.
PS: Speaking of face masks, why are some sheet masks more expensive than others and are they necessarily better?
CC: It depends from brand to brand, but hydrogels are slightly more expensive because they are made with 100 percent liquid, meaning with essences or ample, so all the nourishing ingredients are made into a mold. The mask will actually melt if you put it into the microwave. It makes sense that the hydrogel cost more because they're made with 100 percent soluble ingredients.
PS: Is there a hydrogel sheet mask you recommend trying?
CC: The MANEFIT Bling Bling Hydro Gel Mask ($6) is our best seller. The company actually makes sheet masks for some top luxury beauty brands out there, and this option is more affordable than some $30 ones you see from other beauty retailers.
