The Multi-Mask Guide
Face masks are not a one size fits all. There are masks for oily skin and reducing blackheads, masks for calming inflamed skin, and of course, masks for giving you a glow. But regardless of skin type, there are moments where you’ll need something that does everything. Read on for my face mask edit to solve it all…
A face mask to soothe…
The Omorovicza Midnight Radiance Mask is the ultimate does-it-all-while-you-sleep solution. Cooling and refreshing, this mask brightens and rejuvenates the complexion whilst you sleep. The perfect lazy does it all, this mask contains salicylic acid to reduce breakouts and blackheads and hyaluronic acid to make skin appear plump and youthful. It’s a win-win - perfect for all skin types.
A face mask that does it all…
If you’re a long time reader of this blog, you’ll know how much I dislike anything that physically exfoliates (not to mention that traumatic impact of St Ives Apricot Scrub…), but the Origins Original Skin Retexturising Mask has somehow made it into my good books. Infused with rose clay, this face mask smoothes, pulls gunk out of pores and leaves skin bright, radiance and noticeably less red. After the mask dries down, I remove it with my fingers, allowing the jojoba beads in the mask to gently exfoliate. Whilst this does do it all, I’m always cautious to use it if I have any healing spots as it sometimes removes the scab - not good.
A face mask to glow…
I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to finally try the Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask - but I love it, and can’t possibly imagine my life without it. I’m a huge fan of resurfacing products and enjoy anything that promotes glowing skin and this really ticks all the boxes. Containing Pumpkin Enzymes (an AHA), this mask does smell like you’re applying pureed pumpkin to your face, but it leaves skin soft, glowing and feeling hydrated. I love this as a Sunday mask to revive skin - and it’s been a regular to help revive a post-illness complexion. This would definitely work for all skin types, but I’d avoid using it if you’re breaking out, as it’ll prevent skin from healing.
A face mask to purge…
As a girl who often gets an oily t-zone, I always have a heavy clay or charcoal mask in my arsenal to help purge and heal any spots or redness. The Sukin Charcoal Anti-Pollution Mask is one of my favourite natural masks. Enriched with charcoal to purify the skin, and salicylic acid to calm breakouts, this mask is perfect for problematic skin. I tend to apply this as a spot treatment or only to areas with breakouts. This is quite a drying mask so if you have dry skin, I’d suggest following it with a sheet mask or a heavier cream. (It’s about balance…)
Have you tried any of these masks? What are your favourite masks in your beauty stash?