The Quickie Masks

No fancy facials or treatments necessary – just use these for a boost of radiance before an important event.

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No fancy facials or treatments necessary – just use these for a boost of radiance before an important event.

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Kiehl’s Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque, $49.

Radiance-boosting eff ects aside – mini cranberry seeds in the formula gently exfoliate skin – this mask is said to off er potent antiageing and anti-in flammatory benefits, thanks to the turmeric and cranberry seed oil in it.

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Bobbi Brown Radiance Boost Mask, $64.

The walnut grain beads in this rinseoff mask slough off dead skin cells, while kaolin clay removes sebum build-up. The mask also has moisturising algae extract to plump skin.

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Infusion Smoothing Mask, $93.

Don’t be alarmed when this self-foaming product starts bubbling upon application. Apparently, this process delivers oxygen to the skin to give it an instant, lovely glow. The mask also has beta hydroxy acids, which exfoliate skin for a brighter complexion.

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Glamglow Flashmud Brightening Treatment, $92.

This grainy mask has pumice powder and clay to draw out excess oil. Interestingly, to help you fake a brighter complexion, the ultra- fine reflectors in it stay on the skin even after you wash off the mask.

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L’Occitane Reine Blanche Whitening Sleeping Mask, $112.

The perfect addition to your night-time skincare routine, this sleeping mask has a relaxing floral scent and a refreshing gelcream texture. Formulated with salicylic acid and plant extracts, it is said to help prevent dullness and repair skin damage.

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Formula 10.0.6 Get Your Glow On Brightening Peel Off Mask, $13.90.

A convenient peel-off mask, this exfoliates and brightens skin with papaya and citrus extracts. Plus point: it leaves a cooling sensation after it’s been removed.

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Handmade Heroes Beauty Warrior Face Mask Purifying Clay Mask, $22.90.

This mask, which needs to be mixed with water before application, does a stellar job at unclogging pores, and leaves the complexion looking clear and bright. If you don’t have time to wait for it to dry, use it as a facial scrub.

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Kate Somerville Eradikate Mask Foam-activated Acne Treatment, $85.

Great for those with acne-prone skin, this has colloidal sulphur to reduce the look of scars, calm breakouts and brighten up dull skin.