Face masks Shu Qi, EXO’s Chanyeol and other celebs use for glowing skin

EXO’s Chanyeol is a fan of the Nacific Cica Tea Tree Relaxing Mask, making it one to add to your skincare routine if you’re looking to soothe stressed skin. Formulated with cica, tea tree and allantoin, the mask helps calm irritation while delivering a boost of hydration.

The Nacific Cica Tea Tree Relaxing Mask also uses a bamboo derived cellulose sheet that adheres closely to the skin, allowing the essence to absorb more effectively for a refreshed, healthier looking complexion.

Dreamcatcher’s leader JiU has revealed that she’s a fan of The Face Shop’s Real Nature Potato Face Mask, especially before performances and long flights.

Enriched with potato extract, the sheet mask is designed to soothe and hydrate tired skin while helping to brighten the complexion. Its cooling effect also makes it a great pick for calming skin after spending time in the sun or on particularly hot days.

While the Potato Real Nature Sheet Mask is no longer available on the official THEFACESHOP website, you can still purchase it on Shopee.

Jay B: THEFACESHOP The Solution Double-Up Moisturizing Face Mask, 5 pieces, $20

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Despite having “extremely dry skin,” Jay B credits having good genes which allow him to use skincare less frequently. His skincare routine consists of a foam cleaner, shaving, and last but not least, THEFACESHOP’s The Solution Double-Up Moisturizing Face Mask, a mask sheet that feels soft and weightless on skin. 

The South Korean singer and songwriter also mentions that he stores the mask in the fridge to get it cold before use.

Mediheal has solidified its status as a Korean skincare darling, boasting a dedicated fanbase that includes top celebrities like BTS members J-Hope and Suga, Aespa, and Hyun Bin. In fact, J-Hope and Suga famously showcased their love for the brand in a 2017 livestream, raving about the Mediheal Tea Tree Essential Mask.

This particular mask has become a cult favourite thanks to its powerful blend of tea tree leaf oil and pine needle extract.

Not only does it deeply hydrate the skin, but it also works overtime to unclog pores and prevent acne breakouts. Countless users swear by its ability to deliver instant relief and rejuvenation, leaving skin feeling refreshed and revitalised.

Mediheal has also released an updated version of this mask and it can be found on the Mediheal store on Shopee Mall.

In 2022, Krystal Jung revealed in an interview with HerWorld that one skincare step she does before appearing in front of the camera is to apply a moisturising mask — the AHC Premium Hydra Soother Cellulose Mask, to be exact. 

“I’ve learnt that my skin has to be well-hydrated before I apply makeup, so I prepare my skin with both the Hydra Soothing Mask and the Essential Real Eye Cream for Face to nourish my skin and as a makeup primer too,” the Kpop star said.

If there’s something we can all learn from Korean idols and their beauty regimes, it is the fact that they’re obsessed with masking. 

Try out Song Hye Kyo’s favourite: the Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Creamy Mask. It has an innovative fabric-like texture that’s saturated with a creamy mask to infuse skin with the revitalising benefits of ginseng. Plus, its non-drip format means you don’t have to worry about any mess.

In an interview with Her World, the My Sassy Girl actress revealed that she really loves the AHC Premium Hydra Gold Foil Mask for its deeply nourishing capabilities.

In fact, she often relies on the mask when she can’t deal with a full skincare routine. Its compact size also makes it easy to travel with. Find more beauty and wellness tips that the South Korean actress lives by.

In an Instagram post, the Hong Kong actress professed the rescue for her dry skin during the cold, winter months: slathering on a thick layer of the La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 akin to a sleeping mask before heading to bed.

The balm contains reparative ingredients ranging from panthenol (vitamin B5) and madecassoside to glycerin and shea butter. Those with parched skin can give her method a shot.

In a video on her YouTube channel where Park Min-young disclosed what was in her bag, she shared that she always carries a facial mask with her when she is filming. She would put it on right before makeup or if she has to wait a long time between takes to give her skin a pick-me-up.

The Sooryehan Chunsam Radiant White Mask she used contains eight antioxidant-rich plant extracts to improve elasticity and radiance.

Grail Skin was founded by The Story of Yanxi Palace actor at the start of 2021 and the Do-It-All Mask is one of the brand’s staples. Touting brightening and anti-ageing benefits, the mask is made with regenerated nano filament that fit better to the skin and contains ingredients including Japanese sea green caviar, Icelandic chamomile and copper tripeptide.

While the Grail Skin Do-It-All Mask is no longer in stock, there are still plenty of other masks you can try on the Grail Skin website and Shopee Mall store.

Kim Lim revealed that she believes the use of face masks has always been “one of the most important things in anyone’s skincare routine”. Seen here with one of the products of her own beauty brand is the Age Repair Youth Mask

While the Age Repair Youth Mask is no longer in stock, you can try the Illumiaskin Baby Drop Mask. One of the primary functions of this mask is to target and address wrinkles, improve skin elasticity, and provide deep hydration and skin restoration. 

In a Vogue Beauty Secrets video, Tiffany showed her 18-step daytime beauty routine which included the Hanacure mask. It is a soothing gel mask that uses Octolift technology to tighten and lift while clarifying the skin. The rinse-off mask contains ingredients such as soothing beta-glucan, various peptides that lift and brighten as well as lotus flower, white peony and sophora root extracts.

If you didn’t know, Taiwanese star Ouyang Nana has shared that she’s a fan of the Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque. Formulated with Amazonian white clay, the mask helps draw out excess oil, dirt and impurities from pores, making it a favourite among those with oily or blemish prone skin. According to Yahoo, Ouyang uses it once a week as part of her skincare routine and also applies it as a spot treatment when she has breakouts.

Don't let the black textured mask on Cecilia Cheung's face turn you off. If you didn't know, Xovē was actually started by fellow HK starlet Gigi Lai. This Recovery mask contains nutrient-rich white truffle and caviar extracts to promote cell renewal and improve skin elasticity and smoothness. The product is availalble in Hong Kong only.

Jackson Wang is another K-pop star who has shared his nighttime skincare routine on Harper's Bazaar Go To Bed With Me series. His final step involves a sleeping mask from Dr. Jart. The balm-like mask contains ingredients such as centella asiatica (or tiger grass), moringa extract, houttuynia cordata, yarrow and chlorophyll to soothe sensitised skin and lock in moisture.

Chinese star Fan Bing Bing is known for her fervent love for face masks, reportedly going through over 700 masks in a year. A favourite that she depends on is from her own beauty brand, Fan Beauty.

In the FAN BEAUTY DIARY Seagrape Deep Hydrating Water Gel Facial Mask, the star ingredient is the Japanese sea grape extract that promotes hydration together with a cocktail of B vitamins and hyaluronic acid.

Somi shared in a Harper's Bazaar Go To Bed With Me video that her hairstylist first recommended it to her and she has fallen for it since. The three-step mask contains an eye contour gel, cream and a sheet mask, each chock-full of ingredients that target wrinkles, fine lines, dull skin, pigmentation and dehydration. The sheet mask also has a cheerful bright egg-yolk yellow hue.

In a video on Jessica's YouTube channel where she clued us in on her skincare routine, she shared that she uses the Serein Hydrating Luxury Mask from her line Blanc & Eclare. The mask contains ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and adenosine and she added that it is both firming and hydrating. The mask is not available on the brand website at the moment though.