10 Sheet Masks To Hydrate, Brighten And Heal Skin

Medik8 is one of our most-trusted skincare lines, and these compostable bio-cellulose masks are a stand-out. Alongside marine algae and low-weight hyaluronic acid (for deeper hydration), each one is steeped in anti-inflammatory zinc, which brings irritated or post-breakout skin back from the brink. As you’d expect from such a no-nonsense line, they’re free from fragrance and alcohol, and sit tightly against the skin.

There’s dozens of sheet masks out there that’ll offer deep hydration, but if you’ve got dry, flaky patches on your face, they’ll do little good. Enter Pixi’s innovative glycolic-steeped sheet masks, which will dissolve all those dry, dead skin cells to reveal brighter, glowier skin in no time. The formulation is a feat, too – they use one of the most advanced biodegradable cellulose forms on the market, yet still come in at around £3.50 a mask. 

This one is somewhat of an investment, but if you're prepping for a wedding or big event, it'll make a very satisfying pre-makeup treat. 

Developed by one of London's leading aesthetic doctors, each mask is steeped in a zero-filler blend of glycerin, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and liquorice, all in a cooling base of the brand's signature rosewater. It's suitable for all skin types – even the hyper sensitive – and instantly brings down any redness. 

Even better, these vegan-friendly heroes are the most sustainable option on today's shelves: the mask itself is made from coconut bio-cellulose, while the paper wrapper is easily recyclable. 

This Korean brand’s brilliant sheet masks are made from biodegradable cellulose formed from coconut – a fibre originally used to treat burns. It sits on the face like a second skin, so you won’t get serum dripping down your neck (always a bonus). The entire range is pretty great, but we're currently loving this brightening vitamin C option. 

Made in Japan (and incredibly good value), Beauty Pie's sheet masks are a go-to for serious moisture: as in, the kind of dewy baby skin you'll be tempted to stroke all day.

The secret is a mega humectant polysaccharide derived from fungus (we know) as well as a hefty dose of skin-identical, plant-derived squalane that sinks into the surface to seal in all that helpful hydration. 

Oh, and did we mention they're an absolute bargain? If you're not already a  Beauty Pie member, what are you waiting for?

These thin bio-cellulose sheet masks sit snugly over the skin, sealing in a brightening and hydrating cocktail of fermented extracts, hyaluronic acid and peptides. A brilliant value option that suits all skin types. 

Give clogged skin a much-needed detox with Starskin's cleansing clay sheet mask. Formulated with a concoction of kaolin clay, cocoon milk extract and tremella mushroom, it draws out impurities whilst giving skin a good old boost of hydration.

From Margot Robbie to Kim K, there are so many A-listers that rave about 111Skin's signature sheet masks. (Seeing as they're formulated by a Harley Street surgeon, it's not hard to see why either.)

A dual-segment design, this blemish-busting mask contains a different serum formula for the two halves of the face: the forehead is treated with sebum-regulating alpine flowers, while hormonal acne around the jaw is calmed with anti-inflammatory extracts.

If you're after serious skin improvements, MZ Skin’s nutrient-packed offering is the gold standard. Providing so much more than a heavy hit of hydration, these tightly fitted masks are boosted with brightening liquorice and vitamin C, as well as low-weight hyaluronic acid.

Slip one on before a big night and skin will look instantly brighter and firmer. Even better, they're made from compostable bio-cellulose and housed in a recyclable paper box. 

South Korean brand Femmue is so much more than its admittedly 'grammable packaging: every ingredient list is packed with no-messing extracts.

One of the brand's key products, the Dream Glow Mask combines low-weight hyaluronic acid with firming adenosine and berry extracts for an antioxidant boost. It's made from bio-cellulose and sits tightly over the face (so no dripping).