How to Use a Compressed Paper Mask for a DIY Facial

Co-authored by Diana Yerkes

Last Updated: May 6, 2021

This article explains how to use a compressed paper mask as a DIY skin care tool for your face. Using the mask enables whatever facial product you use to be absorbed more effectively.

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Soak the compressed mask paper in a liquid. Suitable liquid includes milk, egg, syrup or any other facial product. Leave until the soaked paper becomes swollen.
- Another nice alternative to soak the mask paper in is toner or floral water of your choice.
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Apply to face and leave on for 10~15 minutes until the facial product is completely absorbed.^{[1]
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- You can put clay on top of the paper mask for better result.
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If someone has only 15 minutes to make their skin look as great as they can manage, what would you recommend?

Diana Yerkes
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Diana Yerkes is a Skincare Professional and the Lead Esthetician at Rescue Spa in New York City, New York. With over 15 years of experience, Diana helps others with their skin care needs by incorporating natural and high-performing products and treatments into their routines while providing nutrition insights and educating clients on better skin care habits. Diana is a member of the Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) and holds certifications from the Wellness for Cancer and Look Good Feel Better programs. She received her esthetics education from the Aveda Institute, the International Dermal Institute, and the Biologique Research Academy.

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Do a good double cleanse. Apply toner. Maybe use lactic acid to plump it up a little. Give yourself a good massage with a mask. Do a creamy mask with upward strokes. Work on the drainage around the eyes to get the puffiness down. If you have a jade stone, you can work with those around the eyes too. A massage with a mask is going to give a glow, hydration, and will get the circulation going.

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How often can I use this?

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Personally, I would use this once or twice a week. It really depends on your skin type.

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Can I just put it in water?

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Yes, but it won't give your skin the nutrients it needs to get that dewy look. You can try to rose water or some type of aloe solution.

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The mask is made from natural cellulose fiber. The paper is dry and compressed; there isn’t any facial product embedded in the paper, so you need to prepare an additional facial product (such as egg, milk, syrup, clean water, etc.) when you use it.

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