The best types of face masks for your skin type

Sheet masks

Sheet masks are face-shaped masks (typically made from cotton, fibres, or cellulose) that are soaked in a moisturising serum. The tissue that sits on the skin temporarily acts as a physical barrier, limiting the evaporation of the ingredients and increasing the absorption into the skin. Translation – smooth, plump, and pillowy soft skin.

Typically formulated with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C, sheet masks are one of the best face masks for dry skin types as they help to seal in much-needed moisture and revitalise lacklustre complexions.

Garnier Moisture Bomb Chamomile Hydrating Face Sheet Mask

Searching for the best hydrating face mask? You’re looking at it! The Garnier Moisture Bomb Chamomile Hydrating Mask delivers a hefty dose of hydration thanks to its formula enriched with chamomile extract and hyaluronic acid to soothe, soften, and rehydrate the complexion. Plus, it’s vegan, cruelty-free and biodegradable.

Clay masks

Adored for their natural detoxifying and decongesting qualities, clay masks (usually made with bentonite or kaolin clay) are a popular choice in the skincare sphere.

When choosing face masks for oily skin, clay masks should be the first port of call. Why? Well, they sweep up sebum, dirt, and impurities from the surface layer of the skin without stripping the skin in the process. Plus, with regular use, clay masks could even help to regulate sebum production and prevent excess oiliness over time.

7^th Heaven Barbie Pink Rose Clay Mask

Barbie fans, behold the latest addition to your pamper evenings – the Barbie Pink Rose Clay Mask. Featuring a skin-supporting blend of shea butter, marula oil and pink clay, this self-care essential gets to work softening, refreshing, and decongesting the skin. It’s the ultimate clay mask for oily skin if you ask us.

Hydrogel masks

Hydrogel masks are a type of sheet mask that’s made from a thicker, gel-like material that can hold a higher quantity of hydrating ingredients. As a result, the skin-loving serum will take even longer to evaporate, therefore increasing its effectiveness.

While hydrogel masks are among the best face masks for dry skin, normal and combination skin types can also benefit from their moisturising powers. Plus, if you spy ingredients such as aloe vera, cucumber or chamomile on the ingredients list, those with sensitive skin are likely to find it a soothing addition to their skincare selection.

Balance Gold + Marine Collagen Hydrogel Mask

Getting your glow on has never been so easy thanks to the Balance Hydrogel Mask. With an all-star ingredient lineup (think colloidal gold and marine collagen), this moisturising marvel will refresh tired and dull skin in a flash. The result? Radiance that’ll last from day to night.

Skin Treats Hyaluronic Face Mask

The Skin Treats Hyaluronic Face Mask is also up there with the best face masks for dry skin (if we do say so ourselves). You can kiss goodbye to dull and dehydrated skin as one use of this gel mask (infused with hyaluronic acid) will flood the skin with hydration and encourage a smoother and bouncier complexion.

Peel off masks

Remember peel off masks from sleepovers back in the day? These old-school skincare staples have stood the test of time – and for good reason. Once dried and peeled off, these types of face masks will have gently lifted away dead skin cells and surface-level dirt, revealing a brighter, softer, and smoother complexion.

Peel-off masks commonly include ingredients such as charcoal and salicylic acid (both powerful at unblocking pores), making them highly effective face masks for oily skin.

For a mask that purifies and perfects the complexion, look no further. The T-Zone Charcoal Peel-Off Mask utilises a unique blend of ingredients to lift away impurities and decongest the T-zone, all while nourishing the complexion. We’re obsessed!

Cream masks

Cream masks are face masks (with an ultra-thick consistency) that focus on supporting and strengthening the skin barrier through vitamin and antioxidant-rich formulations.

These types of face masks work wonders on dry, mature, and even sensitive skin due to their intensely nourishing and restorative qualities. Plus, they leave the skin with an almighty glow once washed off – what’s not to love?

It’s only fitting that we included the Fab Face Coconut Cream Mask in our ‘best hydrating face mask’ lineup. This moisturising mask will take your skin from drab to fab once the restorative powers of the coconut have nourished your complexion.