6 New Face Masks for Gorgeous Skin
From brightening skin to depuffing eyes, these treatments tackle it all
Face masks are one of the PEOPLE beauty team's favorite skincare categories. And no, it's not just because using one encourages a moment of (much needed) quiet time. The best ones are capable of delivering noticeable results in the amount of time it takes us to binge a show — often times less.
While there are impressive, celeb-approved formulas for brightening, some of the latest formulas are even more targeted than ever before, focusing on lips and the chin. Ahead, check out six masks we can't face the day without, and brilliant tips for masking from a seasoned aesthetician.
To Hydrate Your Lips
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Jennifer Lopez and her skincare brand JLo Beauty's Beso Balm Ultra-Hydrating Lip MaskLip masks have had a surge in popularity thanks to how luxe the formulas feel and how well they nourish and plump. “Because the skin on your lips is thin and devoid of oil glands, it’s prone to dryness. Lip masks increase hydration by attracting moisture and by locking it in thanks to their occlusive properties,” says N.J.-based dermatologist Dr. Margarita Lolis.
JLo Beauty founder Jennifer Lopez, 54, talks about how she uses it to give her bedtime routine a boost. "You can wear it during the day like a balm, then apply extra at night as a hydrating mask. There’s nothing like that glossy finish to make you look pulled together. I’d be lying if I said I didn’t want to look a little glamorous when I climb into bed at night," she says.
Buy it Now! JLo Beauty Beso Balm Ultra-Hydrating Lip Mask, $19;
jlobeauty.com
To Tighten Your Jawline
Quick fixes are rare in the beauty world, but this mask (its loops go around your ears for a secure fit)—which features firming peptides and hydrating hyaluronic acid—temporarily lifts, tones and smooths your lower face and neck in 20 minutes.
Buy it Now! RéVive Fermitif Chin Contour Mask, $95 for 6;
reviveskincare.com
To Exfoliate Your Skin
In fall, pumpkin pops up everywhere, including in skin care. But these retexturizing formulas, which are packed with pumpkin enzymes (a form of alpha hydroxy acid
that gently exfoliates skin), are great for sloughing year-round.
Buy it Now! Josie Maran Skin-Plumping Exfoliating Mask, $42;
josiemaran.com
Buy it Now! SKKN by Kim Resurfacing Mask, $65; skknbykim.com
To Pamper Your Eyes
Inspired by Japan's natural geothermal hot springs, this eye mask self-heats once opened to soothe tired eyes. Bonus: It has the calming scent of hinoki wood.
Buy it Now! MyKirei by KAO Soothing Steam Eye Mask, $15 for 5; amazon.com
To Brighten Your Skin
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Vanessa Hudgens and her skincare brand, Know Beauty's Arctic Gold Vitamin C MaskVanessa Hudgens's overnight mask is powered by a few forms of vitamin C to even skin and amp up radiance. But the red carpet regular also uses it during the day (for 10 minutes), when her skin looks dull, to invigorate it.
Buy it Now! Know Beauty Arctic Gold Vitamin C Mask, $45; knowbeauty.com
Plus! How to Mask like a Pro
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Aesthetician Autumn HenryAesthetician Autumn Henry (@autumnhenryskincare on Instagram) shares her top tips:
Tailor Your Cleanser: Anyone with oily skin or active breakouts should start with a foaming formula. Normal to dry skin types can use a hydrating gel. If your skin isn’t sensitive, add a powder exfoliator (like Tatcha the Rice Polish) to the cleanser to buff away dead cells.
Incorporate a Toner: An alcohol-free toner will remove residue from cleansing and help keep the skin soft, so it can absorb the mask’s ingredients. If your skin is dry, you can use a hydrating face mist instead.
Add a Layer of Moisture: It might be tempting to let your skin breathe after masking, but you need to apply a nourishing serum and moisturizer to maximize the effects of your treatment.
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