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How to choose the right face mask
Deep cleansing clay mask? Korean sheet mask? Anti-ageing overnight treatments? Whether you have dry or oily skin, here's how to choose the right face mask for your skin type.
Clay masks
Clay face masks are brilliant for giving skin a deep cleanse. If you have oily or acne prone skin the clay will help to soak up excess grime and grease without stripping, while also drawing out impurities.
Avoid letting the mask dry and harden completely however. Once the mask has begun to dry and crack, rinse it off to avoid dehydration and tight, irritated skin.
We love Aveda Deep Cleansing Herbal Clay Masque, £28.50, johnlewis.com.
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Peel off masks
Peel-off masks are great for ridding the skin of blackheads, and often contain salicylic acid which helps to clear acne. If your skin has been feeling congested, a peel-off mask should help to unclog your pores.
We love Rodial Glamoxy Snake Mask, £29, rodial.co.uk.
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Overnight masks
Creamy overnight masks are currently rising in popularity due to the timesaving aspect, as well as the huge hydration boost they offer while your skin repairs and regenerates itself.
We love Kiehl's Ultra facial overnight hydrating masque, £28, selfridges.com.
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Cream masks
Cream masks are often packed with rich moisturisers and oils to help replenish and plump up skin. If you’re feeling dry or tired, these are best for a real hydration boost, and generally carry the most anti-ageing benefits.
We love Liz Earle Intensive Nourishing Treatment Mask, £14, johnlewis.com.
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Sheet masks
Hailing from Korea, sheet masks currently taking the UK beauty market by storm. Infused with serums rather than creams, each mask comes with a cotton sheet soaked in the treatment, which aids absorption of the ingredients into the skin.
After you’re done, just rub in excess any serum, rather than rinsing off.
We love Masque Bar Anti Wrinkle Sheet Mask, £9.99 for a box of three, boots.com.
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Gel masks
Oily skin still needs to be hydrated, and gel based face masks can be a great way of doing this as they typically use fewer oils. If your skin gets hot and irritated, a cooling gel will also help soothe and reduce any redness.
Store yours in the fridge for an extra cooling effect.
We love Origins GinZing Refreshing Mask, £23, boots.com.
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Thermal masks
Thermal masks gently warm up on the skin, giving your pores a deep cleanse and helping to detoxify your skin. Warming up the skin’s tissue can also help to boost the regeneration of skin cells, leaving you looking fresher and younger.
We love Sanctuary 5min Thermal Detox Mask, £10.50, boots.com.
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Exfoliating masks
If your skin is looking dull, an exfoliating face mask might be best to resurface the skin's top layer, leaving you with a fresh glow. If you don't like grains, look for masks that use fruit acids and enzymes.
We love Caudalie Vinoperfect Enzymatic Peel Mask, £29, caudalie.com.
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