Written by Dr. Sanjana V.B Bhms,dbrm,cdn

Founder & medical director of siahmsr wellness.in

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Reviewed by SIAHMSR medical team.

Face masks vs face packs

 Facial Masks are non-setting masks. They are used to overcome the dehydration of the skin. Facial Packs are setting masks and help in skin purification. They take more time to dry and while removing from face, as they must be wetted first and then gently removed.

 Facial Masks are used to reduce the dryness of the skin. When applied they do not dry easily on your face. Indeed,they work a lot for moisturizing your skin and in reviving its natural glow. Facial masks can help skin in many ways ranging from its exfoliative to anti-ageing effects.

Face packs are often stated as ‘healing’ solutions for the skin, while masks as ‘rejuvenating. ‘Even if your skin is healing, it is on the path towards rejuvenation. When it begins the rejuvenating journey, there should be healthy and clean skin as the strong foundation for skin rejuvenating agents of face masks to act upon. The nourishment & rejuvenation getting from the application of face masks must be continued for a long time regularly, at specified intervals for improved healthy glow and delaying changes related to ageing.

Thus both face packs and masks are so important in your skin care routine, but choose them prudently considering the nature of your skin and skin problems. Everyone’s skin conditions are not the same & each skin needs specific type of face mask or pack treatment. Take suggestions from a health consultant if you need a deeper level analysis of your skin and problems, to choose the most suitable face pack or face mask.

Comparison between Facial Masks and Facial Packs

   Facial masks are non-setting masks and may take a longer period of time to dry out.  Facial Packs are setting masks. Mask mainly removes the dead skins while face packs clear the dirt and other impurities which clog the pores of skin. In face packs rice powder, multani mitti, sandal wood powder etc. are used as the base for drying out the pack. In masks, gels, clay etc. are used as agents to fix it upon the skin.

A face pack usually tends to be thicker and denser than a mask.

It is usually advised that not to talk or move your facial muscles too much when you have a pack on. Removing a pack takes just a little bit more time and effort in comparison to a mask.

     Although face packs are generally known for their cleansing effects, they also nourish your skin due to their rich, soothing ingredients. There are various types of face masks, from cream, gels to natural fruits and vegetables extracts with different benefits. Various types of face masks include:

·       Sheet masks-------sheet masks are often moisturizing and packed with antioxidants with a cooling experience.

·       Peel-off masks----- Peel-off masks provide an intensely deep clean effect and in a better way than the clay masks do. 

·       Clay masks -----Masks made of clay, sulfur, or mud have great skincare benefits. They absorb excess oil and dirt. These types of masks cleanse the impurities and gently exfoliate your skin. 

·       Hydrogels------ Hydrogels are made of a thick gels and unique ingredients. They are suitable for eye masks or other spot treatments because they can improve hydration, especially when combined with a collagen peptide.‌

·        Masks with Vitamin C---- for anti-ageing treatment vitamin C rich mask are beneficial. Wrinkles and fine lines are improved to some extent by application of vitamin masks.

·       Moisturizing &hydrating masks--------help to moisturize your skin.

·       Glow enhancing masks---there are many types of natural and other types of glow enhancing masks which can nourish your skin with their unique ingredients.

·       Anti-ageing masks------ There are natural and anti-ageing compounds containing chemical masks against ageing, each one having specific nourishing, lifting or wrinkle reducing effects on skin.

·       Exfoliative masks--- They enhance the radiance and glow of skin by gentle exfoliation.

 A few examples of face masks 

·       Sandalwood face pack

·       Almond oil and aloe vera mask

·       Chocolate face mask

·       Rose water and sandalwood mask

·       Papaya and honey mask

·       Mint and multani mitti mask

·       Banana lemon and honey mask

·       Green Tea Mask

·       Besan and turmeric mask

·       Papaya and oatmeal scrub

·       Oatmeal,almonds and egg mask

 A few examples for face packs

·       Coriander leaves ,turmeric powder face pack

·       Curd and gram flour face pack

·       Multani mitti [fuller’s earth]and sandalwood powder face pack

·        Marigold Flower Face Pack

·       Honey And Lemon Face Pack

·       Rice powder and curd face pack

·       Tomato Face-Packs

·       Gram Flour Face-Packs

·       Curd Face-Packs

·       Papaya Face-Packs