What are the benefits of sheet masks?

Into skincare? Chances are you’ve seen your friends and family posting sheet mask selfies over the past couple of years – but are sheet masks good for your skin? The answer is a resounding yes! These Insta-friendly skincare products are not only hydrating, but they come loaded with other skincare benefits, too.

Find out more with our simple guide, including how and when to use a sheet mask to make the most of these benefits.

What are sheet masks?

Sheet masks, also known as tissue masks, are sheet fabrics shaped like your face, that are soaked in an active ingredient solution. The sheet is made from a range of different materials, including fibres and gel, and because they’re soaked full of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, they can have a range of impressive benefits for your skin.

It’s also important to understand what sheet masks aren’t. They’re not traditional masks, though sometimes the terms can get mixed up. In fact, sheet masks function in a different way to traditional skincare masks.

Traditional masks:

● Come in a cream, mud, clay or gel format
● Can be left on overnight
● Are used for clearing clogged pores and absorbing excess sebum

Sheet masks:

● Are made from paper, cloth or bio-cellulose materials
● Come saturated in serums and emollients
● Are used to bind water to skin for deep hydration

Put simply, traditional masks are typically used for drawing out impurities, exfoliating, or deep cleaning. By contrast, one of the main benefits of tissue masks is that they are best at hydrating and plumping your skin.

They have different functions, so don’t let the use of the term ‘mask’ mess up your skincare regimen! Plus, nothing stops you from using the two products in combination for a purifying and hydrating skincare routine.

What are the benefits of a sheet mask?

The benefits of sheet masks are many, depending on which serum the tissue is soaked in. From locking in hydration to brightening your skin tone, here’s why sheet masks are good for a full range of skin types and problems:

1. Moisturising sheet mask

The best hydrating sheet masks come drenched in highly moisturising ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin. Our Garnier tissue masks are formulated with these active ultra-moisturising ingredients, so you can get plumper, smoother skin.

2. Brightening sheet masks

Using sheet masks is a great way to brighten your skin, leaving it hydrated and glowing. Look for formulas enriched with brightening ingredients like Vitamin C and citrus extracts to draw out your natural radiance. At the same time, hyaluronic acid plumps out individual skin cells for a firm, youthful appearance.

3. Calming sheet masks

The right masks let you soothe tired and sensitive skin with skin-calming active ingredients, including serums. Dry skin is often irritated skin, so delivering a high dose of moisture offers a great way to restore balance. Not to mention, the ritual of applying a mask is a great way to take a little time out for self-care in your hectic schedule.

4. Convenient and easy to use

Individually packaged face masks are convenient to pop in your overnight bag or makeup kit. Each includes the perfect dose, so you can simply apply, relax, and remove after 15 minutes. It doesn’t get any easier than that!

5. Targeted treatments

Saturated with active ingredients, one of the main benefits of sheet masks is that they’re designed to target specific skin concerns. You can find options designed for blemish-prone skin, dull skin, ageing, and other common issues, allowing for a more personalised skincare routine.

When to use sheet masks in your skincare routine

It’s easy to add a Garnier tissue mask into your skincare routine. Here’s a sample skincare routine to follow, day or night.

Step one: Cleanse and tone

Wondering how to use a sheet mask? The first step is always cleansing. Sheet masks work their magic best when the active ingredients penetrate right into the skin, which is why they’re best applied to a freshly cleaned face.

Take your pick from our gentle cleansers and toners to wash off dirt and makeup.

Step two: Exfoliate

Revitalise and prep your complexion with exfoliating products designed to banish blemishes, scrub away impurities and tighten pores. You’ll have a clean, smooth slate ready to take on the sheet mask benefits without anything in the way.

Step three: Apply sheet mask

Garnier has a sheet mask for every concern, all designed to quench your skin’s thirst. Once you’ve settled on the best sheet mask for your needs, it’s time to apply it. Here’s how to use a sheet mask:

● Unfold the mask and apply it to your clean skin, ensuring that the protective film is facing outward.
● Remove the protective film from the mask.
● Smooth out the mask to make sure that it matches up with your facial features.
● Leave it on for around 15 minutes.
● Remove the mask slowly by peeling away the edges.
● Massage any remaining serum into the skin or wipe away with a cotton pad.

Step four: Moisturise

Although the best hydrating sheet masks give you a mega-dose of moisture, you’ll want to lock it in with a final step. Apply moisturiser to add an extra layer of rich, soothing hydration to your skin. We have lightweight moisturisers formulated for different skincare concerns, so you’re sure to find a suitable fit.

Wondering how often to use a sheet mask to reap the rewards? Garnier’s tissue masks are gentle enough to use daily, so you can indulge in a little me-time as often as you like. For best results, try to apply them at least three times a week.

Discover Garnier’s best sheet masks for your skin concern

For best results, you’ll need to choose a sheet mask that’s right for you. Here’s a quick rundown of the best Garnier tissue masks that you can include in your skincare regimen:

Best hydrating sheet mask

Dry, dehydrated skin needs an extra boost of moisture to plump up skin cells and revive radiance. While daily moisturising is important, sometimes you need a mega-dose of hydration and this is where the Moisture Bomb Pomegranate Hydrating Mask really shines.

It’s super hydrating and revitalising, which makes this Garnier tissue mask so effective. Enriched with pomegranate extract, hyaluronic acid and plant serums, it helps reduce the appearance of fine lines. At the same time the formula, enriched with chamomile and lavender extracts, soothes and calms a tired complexion. You’ll unmask to smoother, bouncier skin after a 15-minute application.

Best sheet masks for glowing skin

To energise and illuminate your skin, turn to the Garnier Vitamin C Sheet Mask. It’s enriched with Vitamin C and lemon extract in a hydrating and brightening formula, leaving your complexion looking even, toned, and glowing. And as it also contains hyaluronic acid, expect plumping effects at the same time.

Best night sheet mask

If you’re looking for the best face mask to wear at night-time, you don’t have to look much further than the Moisture Bomb Night Time Face Sheet Mask. It’s Garnier’s best hydrating sheet mask to use after a long day, designed to soothe tired skin and repair the skin barrier. In addition to hydrating hyaluronic acid, the mask enriches your complexion with deep sea water and cornflower extracts.

It’s clear that when it comes to tissue masks, the benefits are plentiful. Discover the best sheet masks designed to hydrate, soothe, and restore radiance in the Garnier face mask range.

FAQs

Sheet masks are soaked in concentrated serums packed with hydrating and skin-loving ingredients. The mask acts as a barrier, helping the serum penetrate deeper while preventing evaporation. As you wear it, your skin absorbs the active ingredients, leaving it plumper, smoother, and more radiant in just 15 minutes.
Yes – gentle and hydrating sheet masks formulated for your skin type can be used daily. They can help boost hydration and glow, especially in dry or stressed skin. Just be sure to choose formulas without strong active ingredients to avoid overdoing it.
Yes – but only if the sheet mask is calming and hydrating. After using a peeling solution, your skin can be sensitive, so a soothing mask with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, or ceramides can help even the skin tone and lock in moisture.