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ELLE Edit: 16 Of The Best Face Masks For Skin That's Practically Perfect
Our mask obsession just hit new heights.
It's safe to say our obsession with face masks has got a little out of hand. Why? Because they're the working from home dream. Whether it's dryness, excess oil or enlarged pores there's a face mask to solve any and every skincare issue, especially if you're down for making your own DIY face mask. If cooking something up at home isn't your bag, there's a wealth of amazing face masks out there ready to address any and all of your skin woes.
'In my opinion the best masks are those with a formulate containing active ingredients with a small molecular structure and easy penetrating forms like nanopeptides,' says Dr Barbara Kubicka, founder of Clinicbe. 'My preferred masks are those that address address specific skin issues like congestion, dehydration, skin irritation, pigmentation. So provide a treatment solution.'
And let's be honest, they're fun. Is there anything better than whacking on a Netflix documentary, sipping on a glass of Whispering Angel and slathering your skin in your fave face mask? Answer - no.
From hi-tech jellies and charcoal peel-offs, to detoxifying clay pastes and the lazy girl's choice - the overnight mask you just leave on - there's a face mask out there for everyone.
Shop the ELLE Edit of the best face masks below...
From elevating the consequences of cooler weather to boosting your festive glow, elevating your skin’s hydration and radiance is essential in winter time. Calming from the second it hits your complexion, this collaborative mask from 111Skin and Aman Essentials is infused with omega rich marine extracts, 111’s signature NAC Y² amino acid complex and hyaluronic acid, in a unique skin-hugging hydrogel essence mask that transcends spa-worthy luxury.
Iconic Japanese beauty brand Tatcha has finally landed in the UK. Although we're all about the Water Cream and Rice Polish, it's the Clarifying Clay Mask that we're stashing. The genius formula changes colour and temperature to create a spa-esque skin treatment that works in just three minutes. Okinawa kucha clay absorbs dirt, oil and excess sebum from pores whilst exfoliating Japanese konjac helps to smooth and refine skin texture.
Dr.Jart+ Cicapair Sleepair Intensive Mask
If you didn't fall into a TikTok hole watching reviews of Dr.Jart+'s Cicapair colour correct treatment, then, firstly, we applaud you. Secondly, you won't want to miss the range's overnight face mask. Using the skin-soothing properties of tiger grass (aka centella asiatica or cica), simply apply the mask on clean skin before you go to sleep and let the formula work to soothe and reduce redness and irritation while you dream. Rosacea sufferers, this is one for you.
If whipping up a DIY face mask from the contents of your fridge isn't your idea of a chill night in, then let Kiehl's avocado mask for the work for you. Packed with omega rich avocado extract and oil, this ultra hydrating mask is way more than just a dollop of guac for your skin.
When Summer Fridays first launched their now legendary Jet Lag Mask, Instagram basically died, went to heaven, returned to life and painted this face mask on. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, niacinamide, allantoin and panthenol, this vegan formula is all about soothing and nourishing parched, airplane-tired complexions.
The queen of derm-worthy skincare, if Dr. Barbara Sturm says a face mask will give our skin a total overhaul, we believe her. Hell, if she said painting our face with mucus would do the job, we'd say 'Pass us the mucus'. Luckily for us, this face mask is formulated with super plant purslane, aloe vera and chamomile to calm, nourish and protect against free radical damage, no mucus in sight.
Ok, this isn't technically a face mask, but your lips need some loving as well. Which is where LANEIGE's iconic Lip Sleeping Mask comes in. Beloved by celebrities everywhere, this Korean formula uses a Berry Mix Complex and Moisture Wrap technology to slowly sloughs away dead skin cells and hydrate new ones, to reveal your softest, plushiest pout ever.
Make mascne a thing of the past by getting this salicylic acid mask into your routine, pronto. This jelly-like formula contains the aforementioned blemish busting BHA and charcoal for a super deep and satisfying cleanse. Slather on once or twice a week (particularly good for those days you've had to trek into the office via a sweaty commute) and say adios to congestion and surprise blemishes.
A game changer when it comes to moisturising dry skin, this emollient leave-on mask transforms from a balm to an oil when it comes into contact with your skins natural heat. A combination of Linoleic acid and Vitamin E strengthens your skin barrier and locks in that much-needed moisture.
The most Insta-worthy face mask possibly ever, leave this 'bouncy' watermelon-infused gel mask on overnight to wake up with baby soft skin.
You know when you can feel things brewing under your skin but they just won't come to the surface? Slather a good dollop of the Omorovicza deep cleansing mask on and you'll be drawing those impurities out no time. Enriched with Hungarian healing water and Moor mud, no blemish is getting away from the decongesting properties of this mask.
Dry skin sufferers rejoice! Slather on Tata Harper's seriously hydrating mask and leave on for 15 mins (we like to apply ours whilst in the bath to let the steam do its work) and you'll have plump, plushy skin in no time.
this works Evening Detox Clay Mask
A face mask with a built in brush is the kind of practical beauty innovation we like. Sweep the anti-pollution clay onto clean skin to purify and protect against environmental aggressors (that's city smog to you and me).
Grown Alchemist Age-Repair Gel Masque
A lightweight gel face mask enriched with hyaluronic acid pomegranate to hydrate and fight pesky free radical damage.
This warming treatment transforms from a syrup into a cream when massaged into your skin. Full of anti-bacterial honey and free radical-fighting echinacea, it revitalises stressed-out skin and stimulated blood flow.
Removing impurities and sloughing away dead skin cells, Aesop's clay-based mask is the ultimate cleanse.
George Driver was the former Senior Beauty Editor - Digital at ELLE UK.
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