You’ve got your skincare routine down pat and you cleanse, tone and moisturise your skin daily. But if you have yet to try a face mask, you’re missing out. Masks offer a host of benefits, ranging from replenishing nutrients to aiding circulation and offering intense moisture. And guess what? They can even detoxify, firm and sculpt the skin, too!
You’ve got your skincare routine down pat and you cleanse, tone and moisturise your skin daily. But if you have yet to try a face mask, you’re missing out. Masks offer a host of benefits, ranging from replenishing nutrients to aiding circulation and offering intense moisture. And guess what? They can even detoxify, firm and sculpt the skin, too!
SKIN CONCERN:
Fine lines and loss of firmness
ON HER FACE:
GLAMGLOW GRAVITYMUD Firming Treatment, $92
SKIN CONCERN:
Dullness
ON HER FACE:
Clinique Turnaround Revitalizing Instant Facial, $89
SKIN CONCERN:
Clogged pores and pigmentation
ON HER FACE:
KOSÉ SEKKISEI Clear Whitening Mask, $35
SKIN CONCERN:
Clogged pores and accumulated dead skin
ON HIS FACE:
The Body Shop Blue Corn 3-in-1 Deep Cleansing Mask, $30.90
SKIN CONCERN:
Dry and dehydrated skin
ON HER FACE:
CNP Laboratory Peeling Cream Mask, $42.80
To help you choose the right mask for your skin type and needs, the CLEO team bares their beauty woes (and faces) and tries out masks tailored to their skin.
SKIN CONCERN:
Freckling on the cheeks
ON HER FACE:
ASTALIFT White Brightening Mask, $22 for one and $92 for six
SKIN CONCERN:
Oily T-zone and tired eyes
ON HER FACE:
Naris Up N.U.P Pore Clear Pack, $15.90, and Verso Reviving Eye Mask, $100 for four packs
SKIN CONCERN:
Dehydration and skin roughness
ON HER FACE:
LANEIGE Perfect Renew Regenerating Mask, $52 for five pieces
SKIN CONCERN:
Oiliness and shine
ON HER FACE:
Formula 10.0.6 Pores Be Pure Skin-Clarifying Mud Mask, $13.90
SKIN CONCERN:Acne
ON HER FACE:
Innisfree Capsule Recipe Pack - Jeju Bija & Tea Tree, $2.69; and Seaweed, $3.54
SKIN CONCERN:
Dark eye circles
ON HER FACE:
Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Eye Mask, $99
For Hydration
1. Chanel Hydra Beauty Hydration Protection Radiance Mask, $83
Pamper your skin with intense hydration from this comforting mask, which contains ultra-nourishing camellia and antioxidant-rich blue ginger.
2. CNP Laboratory Peeling Cream Mask, $42.80
This overnight mask has polyhydroxy acid and Natural Moisturizing Factor, which targets dead skin cells while delivering moisture deep into your skin for a glowing complexion the next day.
3. Fresh Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask, $144
The whipped texture of this mask has a cooling effect that refreshes the skin. The combination of antioxidant powerhouse black tea ferment, lychee seed extract, polysaccharides and jicama root juice will leave your skin softer, firmer and more radiant.
For Brightening
1. Sulwhasoo Snowise Brightening Mask, $162 for 10 sheets
The active ingredients in this bio-cellulose mask, which include concentrated white ginseng polysaccharides, absorb quickly into the skin for a translucent inner glow.
2. ASTALIFT White Brightening Mask, $22 for one and $92 for six
Each sheet mask not only provides intensive care for sun-damaged skin, but also has a unique duallayer structure that targets areas most prone to age spots and skin dullness, such as the cheeks and temples.
For Radiance
1. Clinique Turnaround Revitalizing Instant Facial, $89
All it takes is five minutes for this highperformance mask to deliver instant radiance and smoothness. While rinsing it off, gently massage granules over the skin to rev up cell turnover to reveal skin that’s fresh and vibrant.
2. Kiehl’s Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque, $49
This invigorating mask works on fatigued skin like an “instant facial”, leaving your skin brighter, rosier and more energised. The magic lies in its crushed cranberry seeds, which gently exfoliate for a smooth and illuminated complexion.
For Clogged Pores/Oily Skin
1. KOSÉ SEKKISEI Clear Whitening Mask, $35
Packed with pore-refining ingredients like nano-sized black powder, red oolong tea extract and Chinese quince extract, this mask banishes dullness by clearing clogged pores, keratin plugs and dead cells.
2. Clarins Pure and Radiant Mask, $55
Clean, tighten and refine pores in just five minutes with this purifying mask that contains refreshing pink clay, alpine willow herb and tanaka powder. It also has linden extract to soothe irritated skin. Its nondrying texture rinses off easily and is suitable for sensitive skin.
3. Naris Up N.U.P Pore Clear Pack, $15.90
Gentle yet effective, this mask fights T-Zone oil and acne while moisturising and protecting dry skin. The key ingredient is eggshell, a calcium-rich ingredient that Western science has only recently linked to the skin’s ability to fight the ageing effects of free radicals. This fuss-free mask from Japan also contains soluble collagen for a hydrating boost.
4. Formula 10.0.6 Pores Be Pure Skin-Clarifying Mud Mask, $13.90
This skin-refining mask contains strawberry and rosemary to help eliminate impurities and clear clogged pores, and yarrow to clarify the skin.
For Blemish Control
1. Innisfree Capsule Recipe Pack – Jeju Bija & Tea Tree, $2.69; and Seaweed, $3.54
The self-warming Seaweed mask harnesses the regenerative properties of ocean plants, and is rich in minerals and nutrients from Jeju island. Its micro fine scrub granules also help to remove dead skin cells. The Jeju Bija & Tea Tree mask soothes the skin while relieving skin irritation.
2. Dr. Jart Dermask Clearing Solution Ultra-Fine Microfiber Sheet, $9
Soothe redness and inflamed skin with this hydrating microfibre sheet mask. It contains glutathione, a potent antioxidant that evens out skin tone and diminishes the appearance of dark spots. Salicylic acid, tea tree oil and niacinamide are also present to control excessive oil and prevent breakouts.
3. IDS Probiotic Mask, $67
This unique mask is packed with skin-loving goodness, including probiotics in the form of lactobacillus ferment, which diminishes blemishes and inflammation, counters damaging bacteria, and creates a skin barrier that’s more resilient to stress. It also has minerals and oilcontrol ingredients to prevent future acne, and antioxidants to nourish and protect the skin.
For Anti-ageing
For Tired Eyes
1. Verso Reviving Eye Mask, $100 for four packs
Moisturisation is the key to fresh-looking eyes, and this hydrogel mask provides that in spades thanks to Retinol 8, which stimulates collagen production; and ultra-hydrating ingredients like sodium hyaluronate, grapefruit extract and canola oil.
2. Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Eye Mask, $99
Fake a good night’s sleep with this rejuvenating eye treatment. It has a dual chamber activation system that contains mask pads and a glow-inducing liquid activator that contains oxygenating ingredients like vitamin C and cucumber extract.
