Types of Men’s Masks and Peels
1. Charcoal Masks
- Draw out impurities from pores
- Deep clean excess oil, toxins, debris
- Leave skin purified and refined
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Activated Charcoal – Absorbs dirt, oil and bacteria
- Bentonite Clay – Removes toxins and shrinks pores
- Aloe Vera – Soothes and hydrates skin
2. Exfoliating Masks
- Gently remove dead skin cells through chemical exfoliation
- Improve skin texture and tone
- Often contain AHAs like glycolic or lactic acid
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Glycolic Acid – Dissolves surface dry, dead skin cells
- Jojoba Beads – Provide physical exfoliation
- Vitamin E – Soothes skin and provides antioxidant protection
3. Hydrating Masks
- Give skin an intense moisture boost
- Often gel or sheet masks
- Make skin look plump and dewy
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Hyaluronic Acid – Binds moisture to the skin
- Ceramides – Repair and strengthen skin’s barrier
- Glycerin – Draws moisture from the air into skin
4. Brightening Masks
- Improve uneven skintone and reduce dullness
- Often contain niacinamide, licorice root, vitamin C
- Boost radiance and restore glow
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Niacinamide – Minimizes melanin transfer to skin cells
- Vitamin C – Inhibits melanin production
- Licorice Root – Fades hyperpigmentation
5. Detoxifying Masks
- Deep clean and purify clogged pores
- Draw out impurities and toxins
- Often contain bentonite clay or charcoal
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Bentonite clay – Removes impurities and absorbs oil
- Activated charcoal – Pulls out dirt, debris and bacteria
- Matcha powder – Has antioxidant and clarifying properties
6. Sheet Masks
- Fabric masks soaked in nourishing serums
- Allow deeper absorption of key ingredients
- Provide concentrated dose of hydration
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Hyaluronic acid – Provides intense hydration
- Ceramides – Reinforce skin barrier
- Green tea extract – Soothes and protects skin
7. Peel Off Masks
- Form thick layer that peels off in one piece
- Provide deeper cleansing and exfoliation
- Leave skin smooth and refreshed
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Bentonite clay – Lifts away impurities as it dries and peels
- Glycolic acid – Chemical exfoliant reveals radiant skin
- Charcoal powder – Detoxifies pores as mask is peeled off
8. Firming Masks
- Tighten and tone sagging skin
- Often contain proteins, peptides, clay
- Revive youthful elasticity and contour
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Peptides – Stimulate collagen production
- Kaolin clay – Shrinks enlarged pores and lifts
- Caffeine – Provides temporary tightening effect
9. Soothing Masks
- Calm irritation, redness and inflammation
- Ideal for easily aggravated, sensitive skin
- Often contain oat extract, allantoin, aloe
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Colloidal oatmeal – Protects and hydrates sensitive skin
- Allantoin – Calms irritation and supports healing
- Aloe vera – Powerfully soothing and cooling
10. Overnight Masks
- Applied before bed and work as you sleep
- Provide deeper nourishment over 6-8 hours
- Wake up with refreshed, hydrated skin
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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- Shea butter – Conditions skin overnight
- Hyaluronic acid – Binds moisture to skin
- Ceramides – Repair and reinforce skin barrier