Mask is a kind of skin care products, which is used to replenish moisture to the skin, and also has many functions such as moisturizing, moistening, nourishing, improving appearance, deep cleaning and so on.
Masks became popular in China in the Tang Dynasty, which was very popular among aristocratic women. According to ancient records, Yang Guifei used a ruby paste made of fresh almonds, calomel and talcum powder, supplemented by borneol, musk and egg white.
In 1970s and 1980s, the development of facial mask gradually shifted from relying on nature to science and technology. At present, products with clear efficacy and scientific support have become consumers' demands.
Stripping mask
Gel-like: transparent or translucent gel or adhesive tape, often used for nose stickers, corner stickers, etc. The main component is polyvinyl alcohol, and a certain amount of humectant and wetting agent is added as plasticizer. It has the functions of moisturizing and blackhead removal, or contains active ingredients for anti-wrinkle of canthus.
Soft membrane powder: Mainly powder, which usually contains polymers such as alginate, compounds containing calcium or magnesium (such as talcum powder), and the rest is filler powder. Make a uniform paste with water, and gradually form a film after coating (sodium alginate and magnesium combine to form insoluble matter), which can be peeled off. There is a sense of contraction when water evaporates.
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