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The hallmark of a good sleeping mask is simple: They’re not just richer moisturisers that work in the moment. What they’re supposed to do is help nourish and heal your skin overnight while you sleep (hence, their name), so you’d wake up to a visibly improved complexion. That can mean different things: dry patches are soothed, dull skin brightened, red and irritable skin cleared up, and/or fatigued areas rejuvenated. Point is, there is a sleeping mask for every skin concern. And we’ve taken the liberty to try out various, so that you can scoot in on the ones that you need (and the ones that actually work, of course).
To hydrate:
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Dior Hydra Life Jelly Sleeping Mask, $132
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Thirsty, fatigued skin laps up the hydration this offers, reducing flaky patches and lines. Its smooth jelly texture and fresh aqua scent make for a relaxing skincare step.
The next morning: Skin looks plumper and feels more supple.
Chanel Hydra Beauty Hydrating Oxygenating Overnight Mask, $128
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It delivers all the key elements needed for skin to repair itself as you sleep – water, oxygen and nutrients.
The next morning: Skin feels softer and smoother, with a subtle, healthy-looking glow.
Hera Aqua Recharging Sleeping Mask, $38
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Feels like a refreshing splash of water, but works like a hydrating film that wraps skin in moisture.
The next morning: Skin looks more energised, less blotchy.
To brighten:
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Allies of Skin Bright Future Sleeping Facial, $169
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Its combination of AHAs and BHAs works a treat on dull, rough skin.
The next morning: a brighter, more translucent complexion with less obvious pores.
Caolion Magic Black Powder Rejuvenating Mask, $65
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It sinks into skin quickly despite its honey-like texture, and is incredibly effective at tackling breakouts and dull, tired-looking skin.
The next morning: a complexion that’s visibly clearer and fresher-looking.
Shiseido Waso Beauty Sleeping Mask, $60
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The cool citron-scented gel is addictive, and it dries to a non-tacky finish that leaves skin feeling comfortably moisturised.
The next morning: a visibly brighter and smoother face – like you’ve had good sleep.
To firm and soothe:
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Chantecaille Gold Recovery Mask, $460
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It feels so calming on the skin that it automatically relaxes the mind
and body too. It’s a great SOS mask for sensitive skin.
The next morning: reduced redness, and the skin’s healthy-looking glow is restored.
Laneige Time Freeze Firming Sleeping Mask, $53
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Like body-contouring lingerie, this helps to shape and “hold up” sleep-deprived skin that has lost its elasticity.
The next morning: Skin has a bouncier, denser feel, with fewer visible fine lines and sleep lines.
This article first appeared in the Jan issue of Her World magazine.
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