Face masks can provide fast solutions for skincare issues like acne, dryness, large pores or dark spots. It is important to find one that addresses both your skin type and concerns.
If your primary concern is large pores, look for a mask containing salicylic acid and natural exfoliators like papaya and pineapple enzymes to unclog them. Licorice root extract and kojic acid may also help lighten dark marks and pigmentation.
Hydration
Masks can provide an extra boost for skin health. But it’s essential to adhere to Dr Joshua Zeichner’s advice and only use them according to the directions, on an occasional basis or regularly, says Joshua.
Proper hydration is crucial for all skin types and will help makeup sit better while diminishing fine lines and wrinkles. Look for a formula featuring hyaluronic acid and skin-plumping peptides; we love Peter Thomas Roth’s nurturing one as an example.
Kate Somerville’s mask decongests enlarged pores using lactic and salicylic acids as well as fruit enzymes from papaya, pineapple and pumpkin to dissolve excess oil and lift dead cells while soothing shea butter and aloe vera soothe and hydrate your complexion.
If you have sensitive skin, consider opting for a mask with shea butter, camellia leaf extract and other barrier-building ingredients such as shea butter. A probiotic mask like that from Korres may also provide added support to help support its microbiome balance and avoid breakouts, redness or dryness from happening.
Brightening
Regular cleansing helps to remove impurities and toxins from the skin’s surface, while facial masks add brightening ingredients that help visibly reduce dark spots and even out skin tone. Look for exfoliants like lactic acid, aloe vera, green tea as well as glycolic acids as these will stimulate cell turnover to lighten dullness and discolouration over time.
This complexion perfecting formula contains an impressive array of extracts known for brightening and stimulating the skin – such as white flower, lotus flower, cherry blossoms, rooibos tea and vitamin C – designed to revive dullness. Shea butter, manuka honey and hyaluronic acid help increase hydration while firming your complexion further.
This soothing mask for redness-prone, sensitive skin contains floral extracts such as passionflower, cornflower and cherry blossom to comfort the complexion and ease any redness or discomfort. Squalane and shea butter help hydrate and smooth fine lines over time for an overall soft, glowing finish.
Soothing
No matter whether it is acne or hyperpigmentation, finding the ideal mask can provide much-needed relief and reduce redness. Look for formulas with soothing ingredients such as aloe vera and green tea which both contain anti-inflammatory properties while some masks may also include soothing ingredients like shea butter and oatmeal for maximum effect.
Utilizing face masks two to three times weekly can be an excellent way to promote healthy-looking skin. Be sure to read and adhere to any instructions for the specific product that you are using as leaving one on for too long can cause your skin irritation and further dryness.
For best results, seek face masks which encourage collagen production while protecting against free radical damage. Hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and firming peptides such as peptides may do just the trick, while clay masks can absorb oily sebum while providing additional hydration to oily skin types. Finally, for dull and mature complexions a serum mask packed with antioxidants may refresh and brighten.
Anti-ageing
Face masks can be an effective anti-ageing treatment when combined with other skincare products and applied regularly. A quality face mask will boost collagen production while combatting free radical damage to give firmer skin with reduced fine lines and wrinkles.
Moringa seed oil provides long-term nourishment while the hyaluronic acid plumps and smoothes. Licorice root, another age-defying ingredient, further plumps up and smoothes skin tone; Rosa Damascena extract and salicylic acid complete an all-round complexion treat in this luxurious face mask.
This at-home exfoliating treatment was developed to replicate professional microdermabrasion. It works by physically and chemically exfoliating your skin’s surface using renewing ingredients like sea kelp, leafy greens and citrus; leaving behind visibly brighter and more sculpted results than before.
