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The 20 Best Face Masks for All Skin Types

Our essential picks for dry, oily, and congested skin.

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The best face masks play a key role in any effective skincare routine. No matter how tired, stressed, broken out, or dehydrated your skin may be, there's a beloved mask out there to refresh your healthy glow.

"The right mask used with the right frequency can help to address concerns like dryness, acne, dark marks, and oiliness," says board-certified dermatologist Michele Farber. But with more types than ever to choose from—including sheet, mud, gel, peel-off and more—plus tons of different formula options depending on your skin type, it can be difficult to figure out which one is actually right for you.

Shop the Best Face Masks

  • Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment

    Best AHA Overnight Mask

    Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment

    $40 at glowrecipe.com
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  • Indian Healing Clay

    Best Value Mask

    Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay

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  • T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial

    Most Viral Mask

    Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial

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  • Jet Lag Mask

    Best for Dry Skin

    Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask

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  • Instant Detox Mask

    Best Mask for Combination Skin

    Caudalie Instant Detox Mask

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To narrow down the options, we pulled together the best face masks from culty brands like Summer Fridays and Glow Recipe to dermatologist-recommended favorites. Here, some of the top skin staples that come highly recommended by editors and shoppers alike. Plus, more insight on face masks from Farber, along with board-certified dermatologist Hadley King, and celebrity esthetician Taylor Worden.


Best AHA Overnight Mask

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment

Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment
$40 at glowrecipe.com
Credit: Glow Recipe
Pros
  • Hydrating
Cons

    Glow Recipe made watermelon skincare ultra-popular when they first launched their overnight mask in 2017—and now, they're doing it all over again with a revamped formula. The Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment uses AHAs to gently exfoliate, niacinamide and quinoa peptides to brighten and smooth skin, plus hyaluronic acid and (of course) watermelon to lend serious hydration.

    One satisfied customer writes:

    "Love how light this night mask is! Can definitely tell my skin is loving it!!" —Carmen B.

    Best Value Mask

    Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay

    Indian Healing Clay
    Now 12% Off
    Credit: Amazon
    Pros
    • Absorbs excess oil
    Cons

      If your pores need a serious detox, consider this budget-friendly buy that retails for under $20. Mix the 100 percent calcium bentonite clay mask with water or, better yet, apple cider vinegar, to get rid of oil, dirt, and impurities.

      One satisfied customer writes:

      "I love this clay! It tightens and clears the skin. I could feel the difference after using." —Tabitha B.

      Most Viral Mask

      Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial

      T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial
      Credit: Sephora
      Pros
      • Gentle exfoliating
      Cons

        According to Farber, this popular face mask from Drunk Elephant's is one of the best face masks options available to minimize dark spots and even skin's tone. "Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial is a fabulous option for brightening your skin, as it contains a high percentage of AHAs, as well as BHAs," the derm says.

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        Best for Dry Skin

        Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask

        Jet Lag Mask
        Credit: Sephora
        Pros
        • Fragrance-free
        Cons

          If you’re frequently seeing this chic tube from Summer Fridays all over your Instagram feed, here’s why: Its formula is fragrance-free, ultra-hydrating, and spiked with brightening niacinamide and soothing chamomile. Whether you’re recovering from IRL jet lag or just lack of sleep, it’s a must.

          One satisfied customer writes:

          "Very soothing! My skin felt soft and looked calmed. Very hydrating for dry irritated skin!" —TayTech

          Best Mask for Combination Skin

          Caudalie Instant Detox Mask

          Instant Detox Mask
          Credit: Amazon
          Pros
          • Absorbs excess oil
          Cons

            TikTok has become obsessed with this mask, but those in the know have been hoarding it for years due to its pore-clearing, oil-reducing abilities. Even better, it now has new, sustainable packaging.

            One satisfied customer writes:

            "This product feels like I am doing good for my skin. After years and years I have no chin acne." —Alicia T.

            Best Detoxifying Mask

            Klur Supreme Seed

            Supreme Seed
            Credit: Credo
            Pros
            • Great for sensitive skin
            Cons

              At long last, a detoxifying clay mask that's gentle enough for all skin types—seriously. Use it once per week on clogged pores if your skin's sensitive or dry, or all over if you want to target excess oil and congestion.

              One satisfied customer writes:

              "Wow, this mask exceeded all my expectations! At first, the tingling sensation was a bit surprising, but I soon learned it's part of the experience. Gradually, I increased the time, following the instructions, and now I comfortably leave it on for seven to 10 minutes—it's totally worth it!" —Pauline

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              Best Mask for Sensitive Skin

              Golde Clean Greens Face Mask

              Clean Greens Face Mask
              Credit: Golde
              Pros
              • Minimal ingredient list
              • Features a waterless formula
              Cons

                We love a skin-clearing facial mask with a simple and clean formula, like this beloved option from Golde. One key reason? It's easy to figure out which ingredients work for you, since it only uses marshmallow root extract and mango juice, spirulina, and chlorella powders.

                One satisfied customer writes:

                "I use this face mask at least three times per week and my skin feels so clean & soft after use! It's been great for my acne prone skin, I have definitely seen improvements with redness!" —Marissa R.

                Best Overnight Mask for Texture

                Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask

                Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask
                Credit: Sephora
                Pros
                • Doubles as a night cream
                Cons

                  Featuring a blend of anti-aging and moisturizing ingredients, this creamy overnight mask helps give skin a dewier, healthier appearance while you sleep. Plus, it's also great for evening skin's tone while minimizing redness upon waking.

                  One satisfied customer writes:

                  "I have never wrote a review as I’ve never had a product that I felt was that good for a review, until this product. Wow after only a few uses I noticed a big change in my skin. Brought so much moisture
                  and a more even skin tone. I would recommend this product to anyone, a product well worth the money!!" —summersamm

                  Best Brightening Mask

                  Hyper Skin Hyper Even Fade and Glow AHA Mask

                  Hyper Even Fade and Glow AHA Mask
                  Credit: Thirteen Lune
                  Pros
                  • Evens skin texture
                  Cons

                    If you're a fan of Hyper Skin's culty vitamin C dark spot serum, the brand's alpha hydroxy mask should be right up your alley. Not only does it exfoliate skin to boost its cell turnover, but also works hand in hand with the serum to brighten your complexion while improving its texture.

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                    Best Mask for Acne-Prone Skin

                    Herbivore Blue Tansy Fruit Enzyme Resurfacing Clarity Mask

                    Blue Tansy Fruit Enzyme Resurfacing Clarity Mask
                    Credit: Dermstore
                    Pros
                    • Vegan
                    • Features eco-friendly packaging
                    Cons

                      Clean beauty lovers swear by this mask for its skin-clearing properties and refreshing jelly texture, which is a nice alternative to clay options if you don't have oily skin. It combines fruit enzymes, white willow bark extract (a natural form of BHA), and blue tansy oil to decongest pores and smooth skin's overall texture.

                      One satisfied customer writes:

                      "Absolutely in love with this mask!! It completely transformed my skin. I Used it every other day the first five uses, and then continued to use it twice a week afterwards. My hormonal acne completely cleared and my hyperpigmentation started fading quickly!! My face looks so much brighter and feels soft and plump." —Kaitlynnars

                      Best Professional-Grade Mask

                      Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask Enzymatic Dermal Resurfacer

                      Pumpkin Enzyme Mask Enzymatic Dermal Resurfacer
                      Credit: Dermstore
                      Pros
                      • Gently exfoliates
                      Cons

                        You don't have to wait until fall to take advantage of pumpkin's skin-perfecting benefits. The PSL-esque scent of this mask from Peter Thomas Roth is addictive, as is its gentle exfoliation, courtesy of ingredients like pumpkin enzymes, alpha-, and beta-hydroxy acids.

                        One satisfied customer writes:

                        "This mask is invigorating. It leaves my skin looking radiant, smooth, and refreshed. Plumps and detoxifies. I enjoy the tingling sensation. It smells so delicious you almost want to eat it. If you're looking to brighten dull skin and restore radiance, I would highly recommend this product." —Maya

                        Best Exfoliating Mask

                        Peach & Lily Super Reboot Resurfacing Mask

                        Super Reboot Resurfacing Mask
                        Credit: Ulta
                        Pros
                        • Works for all skin types, including sensitive
                        Cons

                          Over 1,000 Ulta shoppers are raving about this top-rated mask from Peach and Lily. It uses a blend of AHAs, BHAs, aloe, and blue agave to deep clean pores and resurface skin.

                          One satisfied customer writes:

                          "I love this. I used it a couple times and the results are great. leaves me face soft and looking radiant. It only takes a little bit of product and it works well. Smells great." —Cece

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                          Best Mask for Oily Skin

                          May Lindstrom Skin The Problem Solver

                          The Problem Solver
                          Credit: May Lindstrom Skin
                          Pros
                          • Features a waterless formula
                          • Great for easily irritated skin
                          Cons

                            This self-warming, powder-to-mousse mask uses charcoal and turmeric to draw out impurities from pores like a magnet, leaving skin looking glowy and refreshed. It's also great for soothing inflammatory skin disorders, like rosacea, psoriasis, and eczema.

                            Best Luxe Mask

                            Sisley Paris Black Rose Cream Mask

                            Black Rose Cream Mask
                            Credit: Nordstrom
                            Pros
                            • Celebrity-approved
                            Cons

                              ​​This is the reason celebs’ skin looks so good on the red carpet. A secret staple in every makeup artist's bag, the coddling, ultra-luxe cream plumps and brightens skin in minutes (and can just be wiped off, not rinsed) before moving on to makeup.

                              One satisfied customer writes:

                              "I rarely rave this much about a skincare product, but I can really see the results of this mask. I put it on before bedtime and leave it on all night. The directions say to wipe off the excess, but I just use a small amount and leave it on. It is not a mask that hardens—it's creamy. I love everything about it: the fragrance, the consistency, and the feel. Pricey, but great!" —cheche2356

                              Best Charcoal Mask

                              Glamglow Supermud Charcoal Instant Treatment Mask

                              Supermud Charcoal Instant Treatment Mask
                              Credit: Ulta
                              Pros
                              • Absorbs excess oil
                              Cons

                                This clay mask could be credited with starting our modern masking craze. The tingling mud formula sucks every atom of gunk out of your pores, and it's also ideal for those prone to blackheads and oily T-zones.

                                One satisfied customer writes:

                                "Y'all...instant, and I mean immediate results. It's that time of the month. And it was bad this month! Put this on, did the rest of my skincare. And everything was flat. Had to be seven pimples in total, one bigger one. It's gone! I'm so amazed, never had a product do that." —Cara

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                                Best Sheet Mask

                                SK-II Facial Treatment Mask (Pack of 10)

                                Facial Treatment Mask (Pack of 10)
                                Credit: Bluemercury
                                Pros
                                • Features a multitasking formula
                                Cons

                                  SK-II's Facial Treatment is one of the gold standards of sheet masks for a reason: Nothing makes your skin look more radiant in 10 to 15 minutes flat. Each mask contains the brand's proprietary pitera essence which combines vitamins, minerals, and amino acids for a radiant finish once it soaks in.

                                  One satisfied customer writes:

                                  "I have been buying this product for a few years now. It leaves my skin looking brighter. I like to use it at night, leave the mask on for 15 minutes remove and massage excess lotion into skin." —phuongn39

                                  Best Hydrating Overnight Mask

                                  Laneige Water Sleeping Mask

                                  Water Sleeping Mask
                                  Credit: Sephora
                                  Pros
                                  • Can be used daily
                                  Cons

                                    Just like Laneige's cult-favorite Lip Masks, this Water Sleeping Mask from the brand is a hit among beauty lovers. Slather it on before bed and you'll wake up with skin so hydrated, plump, and dewy you'll be tempted to skip moisturizer.

                                    One satisfied customer writes:

                                    "I really like how moisturizing and soft it makes my face feel the next morning. It leaves my face dewy and plump. The texture is like a very thick moisturizer, but it blends into skin very well." —rocketr5

                                    Best Organic Face Mask

                                    Kora Organics Turmeric 2-in-1 Brightening and Exfoliating Mask

                                    Turmeric 2-in-1 Brightening and Exfoliating Mask
                                    Credit: Kora Organics
                                    Pros
                                    • Natural ingredients
                                    • Multitasking formula
                                    Cons

                                      Some masks clear pores, others brighten, and some gently exfoliate. This mask by Miranda Kerr does all three, all while using only clean, organic, and green ingredients like turmeric.

                                      One satisfied customer writes:

                                      "I used this once so far and already am noticing a change in the morning when I wake up! Absolutely love it!" —Kaitlyn C.

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                                      Best Mask for Glow

                                      Resurfacing Mask

                                      Resurfacing Mask
                                      Credit: Tata Harper Skincare
                                      Pros
                                      • Brightening
                                      Cons

                                        This all-natural exfoliating mask can tingle a bit upon application, so it's not ideal for sensitive skin. But if you can take the heat, you'll emerge with skin brighter, softer, smoother than you ever thought possible outside of a spa.

                                        One satisfied customer writes:

                                        "I am a huge fan of this mask, and have gotten several friends hooked on it as well! It exfoliates without overstripping or being too harsh. My skin is oily, acne-prone and can handle some strong exfoliation. This one somehow gently but super effectively exfoliates. Highly recommended for all skin types." —Debbie

                                        Best Honey Mask

                                        Farmacy Honey Potion Plus Ceramide Hydration Mask

                                        Honey Potion Plus Ceramide Hydration Mask
                                        Credit: Farmacy Beauty
                                        Pros
                                        • Hydrating
                                        Cons

                                          Farmacy turned its cult-favorite moisturizer into a mask for deeper hydration, courtesy of ceramides, apple extract, and a rich honey blend. When massaged into skin, the mask creates a warming sensation that is a dream during the cold winter months.

                                          One satisfied customer writes:

                                          "I’m currently using a prescription retinol which dries my skin out big time! I’ve been using this mask once or twice a week and it has made such a difference. I love the feel this mask gives me both while on and once it’s off. Leave my skin hydrated for days!" —Breanna W.

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