While we can’t all have our favourite aesthetician on speed dial every time our skin needs a refresher, we can stockpile our beauty cupboards with the best face masks that money can buy. From hydration to brightening, here are the best face mask winners from Her World Beauty Awards 2021.
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We’re officially converts of this mask, whose oxygenation effects help remove dead cells and dirt from pores, brighten skin and fight cellular damage so the complexion looks clear, soft and radiant. The wound-healing properties of tomato also makes this ideal for acne-prone skin.
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A purifying clay mask that draws out excess sebum and impurities to leave skin clear, smooth and refined. The light mask is gentle, doesn’t dry out skin or irritate sensitive skin. Skin feels soft and hydrated.
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The refreshing serum moisturises skin, minimises the look of pores, and primes skin for makeup – all in a minute. It perks up the skin and foundation glides on really smoothly after that.
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Packed with hydrating serum, this makes skin feel smooth and well-hydrated after 20 mins. The mask also promises to keep skin soothed and hydrated for up to 24 hours, while helping to control excess sebum and reduce acne issues.
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Delivers instant lifting and firming effects, and is gentle even on hyper-sensitive skin. The bio-cellulose mask fits perfectly, leaving no mess. And while skin doesn’t feel extremely moist or loaded with serum, the complexion looks supple, well-hydrated and visibly brighter.
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It revitalises and repairs skin for a brighter, firmer and smoother complexion. You can use it as a wash- off mask, flash facial, or overnight for more intense skin recovery. The mask dries clear and isn’t overly drying, as retinol can sometimes be.
DRUGSTORE – EDITORS’ CHOICE + READERS’ CHOICE
A high-fit cellulose sheet mask that nourishes skin while delivering firming and lifting effects to reveal a bouncy, smoother complexion. The mask sits comfortably on the face and feels like a second skin. More importantly, it doesn’t make a mess. Skin is nourished, looks lifted and feels bouncier after use.
DRUGSTORE – EDITORS’ CHOICE
Each mask promises to brighten the complexion and plump skin to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Skin is instantly soothed and hydrated, and visibly calmed
DRUGSTORE – READERS’ CHOICE
An innovative sheet mask that drenches skin in creamy bubbles to leave it instantly brighter. The bubbles have a nice massaging effect and make for a nice treat after a tiring day. The serum also nourishes skin well, leaving it more dewy. Ideal for use just before an important event.
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An ultra-creamy mask to soothe, hydrate and nourish skin. It can be used as a 10-minute wash-off mask or overnight as an intensive treatment. It sits comfortably, and instantly cools and soothes tired skin. The subtle floral scent made masking extra pampering. Skin looks much healthier, dewy soft and hydrated in just 10 minutes
DRUGSTORE – EDITORS’ CHOICE + READERS’ CHOICE
The mask comforts dry, ultra-sensitive skin, while restoring moisture and repairing the skin barrier. In fact, one sheet offers the equivalent of a week’s worth of hydrating serum, making skin look clearer and plumper. Love the fit too – the sheet sits snugly, providing fantastic and instant relief.
