Must have 5 minute beauty treats for instant results!

What are sheet masks?

Popularised by Korean beauty trends, sheet masks are thin pieces of fabric that have been enriched with active skincare ingredients, usually in the form of a serum. The mask is applied to the skin for around 5-30 minutes (depending on the type of mask) to allow the ingredients to absorb into the skin.

Benefits of Sheet Masks

So, why sheet masks? Here are just a few reasons we love adding a good sheet-mask into our beauty routines:

• They’re ultra hydrating
• They’re easy to use
• They’re simple to clean up
• You can absorb the extra product into your neck and decollete
• They’re affordable
• They’re quick to use

Best Sheet Masks for Instant Results

Kocostar Black Happy Mask

Enriched with luxury white charcoal (also known as binchōtan) this Korean beauty mask is packed with antioxidants and skin-clearing properties. Perfect for clearing out your pores – without drying out your skin – this sheet mask will leave your skin feeling purified, clear, and squeaky clean.

Using a formula made up of black sesame, black bean, and black rice, this mask also nourishes the skin; once removed, you’ll be left with soft, clean, and smooth skin. Perfect for a smooth make-up base!

Kocostar Black Happy Mask

Key ingredients: Binchōtan (white charcoal), black sesame, black bean, and black rice

Best for: Clearing pores, clarifying, purifying skin

How to use: Apply the mask to the cleansed, dry skin and leave on for 20 minutes.

Patchology Smart Mud

Using a blend of Volcanic Ash, Kaolin Clay and Activated Charcoal, you can consider this mud mask the “final boss” of all clay and charcoal masks on the market. And this mask does pretty much everything: not only does it get rid of excess oil, dirt and bacteria on the skin, it also plumps up the skin while encouraging the skin to retain its natural moisture. No stripping or post-mask dryness here!

Patchology Smart Mud

Key ingredients: Volcanic Ash, Kaolin Clay and Activated Charcoal

Best for: Clarifying skin, clearing out pores, plumping up the skin

How to use: Remove the mask from the packaging and apply to the contours of the face. Leave on for 10 minutes for best results.

Skin Republic Collagen Serum Face Mask Sheet

Another K-beauty favourite, Skin Republic’s Collagen Serum Sheet Mask uses a blend of Collagen, elastin and vitamin E to plump up the skin, nourish your complexion and reduce the appearance of lines, dark spots and wrinkles.

This is an ideal option if you want to reduce the appearance of any lines or wrinkles before an event, or create a smooth base before applying make-up.

Skin Republic Collagen Serum Face Mask Sheet

Key ingredients: Collagen, Vitamin E

Best for: Reducing visible signs of aging, plumping up the skin

How to use: Apply sheet mask to your facial contours. Leave on for 15-20 minutes. Remove the mask and pat any excess mask serum into your face and neck.

Sheet masking: Pro Tips

Want to get the most out of your sheet-mask experience? Here are our top tips for sheet-masking like a pro:

• Always read the label. Some sheet masks can only be used for 5-10 minutes at a time due to their active ingredients, so make sure you read each mask’s instructions separately.
• Don’t leave your sheet mask on if you experience any irritation. Remove immediately if you experience redness or itching.
• Find what works for you. Find out what your key skincare concerns are and adapt your sheet masks to work for you. You can find hydrating sheet masks, clarifying sheet masks, brightening sheet masks, and more.