Quick, fuss-free and targeted, this handy beauty fix restores stressed skin and erases all signs of child-induced fatigue.
From Chrissy Teigen and Adele to even Chris Pratt, every Hollywood celebrity these days is jumping on the sheet mask selfie bandwagon. These folks have just discovered what we, on this side of the hemisphere, have known for some time ― sheet masks are a godsend for any time-strapped person who yearns to give their complexion a little boost.
Made from cloth or paper infused with skin-loving ingredients, lotions and essences, all you need is to place one of these bad boys over your cleansed face for 10 to 15 minutes. This is to allow your skin to absorb its fill of the good stuff. All you need is to pick a mask with a specific serum ― boost moisture, soothe inflamed skin, lighten dark spots, reduce fine lines ― to target your skincare woes.
The best part? You can carry on with your daily chores and routine with it on. Sheet masks won’t cramp your style in any way as they mould to your face. So, you can prepare junior’s lunchbox, answer e-mails, or even read a bedtime story to your little one. When the time is up, peel it off, massage the excess essence into your face and voilà ― you have brighter and more radiant skin!
If we’ve sparked your interest, here are several sheet-mask suggestions worth checking out...
FANCL Aging Care Mask
PRICE $74/pack of six
FROM All FANCL outlets including, Level 1, Isetan Scotts, Shaw House, 350 Orchard Road.
WHAT Packed with goodies like tri-peptide collagen and hyaluronic acid, this mask speeds up cell turnover to replenish your skin’s moisture level. Made from a woven fabric, the W-shaped mask is specifically designed to fit facial contours closely and is comfy on skin. Discard after 10 minutes and massage remaining essence evenly into your skin.
MUMS SAY Says mother of three Gabrielle Chua, “There was no strong smell, which I liked, and the mask extends to my neck, which was great as well. I used it before I went to bed and noticed my face felt plumper and smoother the next morning.”
Kiehl’s Dermatologist Solutions Clearly Corrective White Hydrating & Clarifying Treatment Masque
PRICE $90/pack of six
FROM All Kiehl’s outlets including, #01-66 Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Road.
WHAT Infused with fast-acting activated C, a powerful whitening ingredient from the award winning Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution, this new treatment mask visibly reduces dark spots and skin discoloration, so as to improve your skin’s overall clarity.
MUMS SAY Mum of one Sandra Sukumaran notes, “It has a slightly strong scent, but my skin was noticeably brighter after just one use ― love it!”
Guardian Chamomile Moisturising and Brightening Butterfly eye mask
PRICE $1.95 per sheet
FROM All leading Guardian stores including #B1-08 Junction 8 Shopping Centre, 9 Bishan Place.
WHAT Enriched with chamomile extracts and a skin-pampering botanical blend, this innovatively-shaped butterfly mask fits snugly around your eye-contour area, expression lines, as well as around the smile line to soothe and moisturise.
MUMS SAY Sandra says, “I liked its cooling effect once I placed it over my face. It was a great pick-me-up for my tired eyes.”
My Spa Life, Red Clay Facial Mask
PRICE US$16.20 ($22.51)/pack of three
FROM iHerb
WHAT Red clay minerals, a firm favourite since time immemorial, are known for their ability to absorb oil and toxins while purifying and nourishing skin. This mask can be used in two ways: Refrigerate it until ready to use for a cool facial spa treatment, or place the pack in warm water for up to three minutes for a warm treat. Either way, it gives your skin a speedy detox in just 20 minutes!
MUMS SAY Chua says, “I tried the ‘cool’ version and it felt amazing against my skin on warm day. I was also happy that I didn’t end up with any breakouts because my skin can be sensitive at times.”
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Miss Spa Deep Therapy Pre-Treated Gel Lip Mask
PRICE US $3.59($4.99) per sheet
FROM iHerb
WHAT Soaked in natural ingredients such as casstor oil, citrus fruit and pearl extracts, this luxurious gel lip mask is a great way to pamper your dry, chapped lips. Free from parabens, fragrances and artificial dyes, it nourishes and softens after just one use and is the perfect addition to your at-home spa ritual.
MUMS SAY Rina Tan, mum of two toddlers, was surprised at how thick the mask is. “I like the light aloe flavour and my lips were noticeably softer,” she enthuses.
Enprani Super Black Caviar Firming Mask Sheet Pack
PRICE $48.51/30 sheets
FROM Qoo10
WHAT This super-indulgent facial mask is infused with black caviar (for anti-ageing), argan oil (rich in vitamin E), royal jelly (rich in amino acids) and white truffle (for deep conditioning). With all these goodies, your skin feels more moisturised, fine lines will be smoothed, while your face will exude a natural, healthy glow.
MUMS SAY Chua loves that the mask fits very snugly against her face, and the blend of luxurious essences left her skin feeling super moisturised.
Estee Lauder Micro Essence Infusion Mask
PRICE $98.00/pack of six
FROM Sephora
WHAT This insanely moisturising, essence-in-lotion sheet mask is packed with skin saviours like peptides, actives and hydrators to pump up the intensity of hydration that lasts for hours. Made from silky, hydro-spun cotton sheet, it also reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, leaving skin plump, dewy and fresh looking.
MUMS SAY Cynthia Cruz, mum of one, has only good things to say, “My skin was simply stunning the day after I used this mask. My make up just glided on and I could still see the benefits three days later.”
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