Forget About Sheet Masks, Multimasking Is The New Beauty Trend!

We’re going to let you in on a “Beauty Editor” secret – one mask is never enough. You have to layer your products for best results. We are 100 percent obsessed with, what has also become an Instagram skincare craze: multimasking. This combines several different masks at once to target specific areas on the face. In fact, compulsive multimaskers recommend this trend (which by the way is GENIUS) to get a customised skin remedy (which is exactly what an aesthetician does during your facialThese are the masks you need to try, based on your skin issue!

Normal skin

Type of mask:

Brightening

Where to put it:

Cheeks or chin

What it does:

Women with normal skin have more options. You can use clay-based formulas for a tightening effect and on the areas of your face where anti-ageing is a concern, look for masks with exfoliating acids and brightening vitamins.

Dry patches

Type of mask:

Moisturising

Where to put it:

Forehead or cheeks

What it does:

When your skin is thirsty, swipe on an oil-based mask. These thick creams hydrate skin without clogging pores. You can even wipe off the excess oil with a towel instead of rinsing your face.

We love:

Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask

Acne-prone areas

Type of mask:

Detoxifying

Where to put it:

Forehead, nose or chin

What it does:

You can apply a thick layer of charcoal mask as these formulas work to clear pores of dirt and impurities, preventing your next pimple.

We love:

Boscia Luminizing Black Mask

Sensitive Eyes

Type of mask:

Soothing

Where to put it:

Under eyes

What it does:

A sheet mask will help minimise dark circles and puffiness. Store these patches in the fridge for an extra level of cooling.

We Love:

Etude House Open Your Eyes Sheet Mask

Irritated Lips

Type of mask:

Healing

Where to put it:

Lips

What it does:

After a long weekend or a particularly stressful week, your skin – right down to your lips – can look rough, dry and dull. Use lip masks high in antioxidants and hyaluronic acid.

We love:

Tony Moly Kiss Kiss Lovely Lip Patch