Types of Face Masks

1. Hydrating Face Masks

• Contain humectants like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, aloe
• Attract moisture to and hydrate dry, dehydrated skin
• Plump up fine lines and wrinkles
• Best for dry, dull complexions

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Hyaluronic Acid – binds moisture to the skin
  • Glycerin – draws moisture from air into skin
  • Aloe Vera Gel – soothing, hydrating gel

2. Clay Face Masks

• Made with clays like bentonite, kaolin, French clay
• Absorb oil, draw out impurities, clarify pores
• Ideal for oily, acne-prone skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Bentonite Clay – absorbs excess oil
  • Kaolin Clay – cleanses and purifies pores
  • Activated Charcoal – pulls out dirt and toxins

3. Sheet Masks

• Soaked in serums with key ingredients like vitamin C
• Nutrients absorb efficiently through the sheet
• Provide quick hydration boost to skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Vitamin C – brightens and firms skin
  • Hyaluronic Acid – deeply hydrates skin
  • Green Tea – calms and soothes skin

4. Exfoliating Face Masks

• Contain chemical exfoliants like AHAs
• Dissolve dead skin cells, smooth texture
• Reveal radiant, fresh skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Glycolic Acid – chemical exfoliant
  • Lactic Acid – gentle exfoliating AHA
  • Salicylic Acid – clears congested pores

5. Brightening Face Masks

• Contain ingredients like vitamin C, licorice root
• Target uneven tone, fade dark spots
• Brighten dull, lackluster skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Vitamin C – inhibits melanin production
  • Licorice Root – reduces hyperpigmentation
  • Niacinamide – evens out skin tone

6. Detoxifying Face Masks

• Draw out impurities and deep clean pores
• Often contain charcoal or clays
• Ideal for oily, congested complexions

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Activated Charcoal – draws out dirt and oil
  • Bentonite Clay – absorbs toxins
  • Tea Tree Oil – purifies skin

7. Calming Face Masks

• Soothe irritated, inflamed skin
• Contain ingredients like oat meal, aloe vera
• Best for sensitive, reddened skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Colloidal Oatmeal – protects and soothes skin
  • Aloe Vera – powerful anti-inflammatory
  • Chamomile – calms and relaxes skin

8. Brightening & Exfoliating Masks

• Dual-action to exfoliate and brighten
• Contain chemical exfoliants and brighteners
• Reveal glowing, even-toned skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Lactic Acid – gentle AHA exfoliant
  • Vitamin C – inhibits melanin production
  • Licorice Root Extract – reduces hyperpigmentation

9. Overnight Sleeping Masks

• Applied before bed and work overnight
• Hydrate and nourish skin while you sleep
• Wake up with soft, supple skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Hyaluronic Acid – attracts moisture
  • Ceramides – repair and strengthen skin barrier
  • Shea Butter – nourishes and softens skin

10. Firming Face Masks

• Tighten, lift and firm sagging skin
• Contain peptides and proteins
• Best for mature, wrinkled skin

Key Ingredients & Benefits:

• • Proteins – strengthen and rebuild collagen
  • Peptides – trigger collagen synthesis
  • Hyaluronic Acid – plumps and hydrates skin