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I am not a natural hoarder; I get rid of things pretty easily. But when it comes to face masks, I go out of control. Masking my face is my favourite form of relaxation. I simply apply my basic skin care and slap on any mask I fancy ‒ and it instantly perks me up.
A lot of people tell me that masks are great, but they’re often too lazy to indulge in this simple routine. After all, most masks come in the form of sheets or require you to wash them off which is why I’m a great advocate of sleeping masks. You simply layer them on as the last step to your nighttime skincare routine, and totally forget about its existence. Perfect for any lazy day (or person).
Here are 5 masks you can sleep in ...
For Beloved One Red Wine Antioxidant Night Jelly
This perfect jelly jam claims to rid your face of nasty antioxidants overnight. The brand says it combines the anti-oxidant properties of red wine and grape seed, to protect the collagen in your skin and infuse it with anti-ageing goodness. Slater on a generous layer at the end of your skincare routine, and let this mask melt your wrinkles away.
Skinfood Tomato Whitening Sleeping Pack
The yummy licious brand has finally launched its Tomato line of products in Singapore. Tomatoes are filled with Lycopene, a natural ingredient that protects your skin from harmful UV damage. The brand has therefore formulated a sleeping mask filled with the goodness of the juicy red fruit. Filled with lycopene and vitamin C, this sleeping pack promises to restore your skin’s glow and moisture, while possibly preventing UV damage!
Skin Inc Pure Deepsea Hydrating Mask
Encapsulating deep-sea water from southern Japan, this mask is said to hydrate, clarify, and brighten your skin in one step. The transparent gel works wonders in calming sensitive skin, and it’s gentle enough to be used daily. What I really love about it though is how quickly it is absorbed into the skin. The mask sinks into your skin, so you wouldn’t have to worry about it leaving a sticky residue on your pillow.
First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Overnight Mask
A great option if you have sensitive skin, First Aid Beauty (FAB) Facial Radiance Overnight Mask promises to restore your skin’s radiance while you sleep. With no parabens, harsh chemicals, or colourants, the gel-cream mask feels like a thick moisturiser that is supposed to instantly brighten your skin. FAB says that the active ingredients work overtime: Entering deep into the dermis to nourish and brighten the skin, all while you enjoy your beauty sleep.
Sulwhasoo Overnight Vitalizing Mask
Famous for maximising the use of traditional herbs with modern technology, Sulwhasoo’s blend of Korean herbs is widely sought after. In its Overnight Vitalizing Mask the brand uses a secret blend of Korean medicine infused with pomegranate and white mulberry, which it says will boost the skin’s vitality and radiance. Sulwhasoo says you simply have to layer it on before you head to bed, and let the mask work its luminous magic.
First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Overnight Mask, $62, is available at all Sephora stores. For more information, visit www.sephora-sea.com and follow Sephora on Facebook and Twitter.
For Beloved One Red Wine Antioxidant Night Jelly, $78, is available from October at Sephora stores. For more information, visit www.sephora.com and follow Sephora Singapore on Facebook and Twitter.
Skinfood Tomato Whitening Sleeping Pack, $35.90, is available at all Skinfood stores. For more information, visit www.skinfood.sg and follow the brand on Facebook.
Skin Inc Pure Deepsea Hydrating Mask, $72.76 for 30ml and $201.16 for 100ml, is available at all Skin Inc stores and Sephora Ion. For more information, visit www.iloveskininc.com and follow the brand onFacebook.
Sulwhasoo Overnight Vitalizing Mask, $68, is available at Sulwhasoo counters at TANGS, Takashimaya Shopping Centre and Robinsons Orchard. For more information, visit www.sulwhasoo.com.sg and follow the brand on Facebook.