11 Breakout-Busting Sheet Masks For Acne-Prone Skin
By now we're all well aware that sheet masks are the real deal: they can help fight dark circles, make your complexion brighter, and pack hydration into your skin in what feels like record time. But if you're like me (and many others) who suffer from adult hormonal acne, you want to make sure that along with hydrating and minimizing pores, a mask can also pack a real punch to any pesky pimples on your face. Here are 11 masks that are perfect to use during that week before your period, after a particularly stressful day, or on the heels of an alcohol, dairy, or french fry binge.
Dr. Jart+ Pore Minimalist Black Charcoal Sheet Mask
One of the best ingredients for fighting breakouts is charcoal, and this detoxifying black mask ($8) is crammed with it. It also helps cool and hydrate the skin, making it perfect to use on those warm evenings.
Peach & Lily Calendula Soothing Relief Mask
Calendula extract is known to help calm stressed skin and balance oil, and when working alongside soothing aloe vera and nourishing olive leaf, this gentle sheet mask ($6) breaks down excess sebum and busts breakouts.
Goodal Black Sparkling Charcoal Mask
Black charcoal and sparking water help this oxygenating mask ($25 for five) clear the sebum and toxins from your pores and send dead skin cells packing.
Alba Botanica Anti-Acne Sheet Mask
Packed with a combination of salicylic acid, papaya, and lemon balm, this serum-soaked mask ($3) will do a real number on those zits (and help brighten skin in the process).
Dr. Jart+ Clear Skin Lover Rubber Mask
This two-step rubber mask ($12) is derived from algae, and combines with cooling calcium to soothe skin while fighting breakouts. I won't lie to you: it's horrifying to wear around the house, but the benefits are totally worth it.
SOO AE Hanbang Charcoal Flower Mask
The anti-inflammatory binchotan charcoal in this mask ($6) works to brighten your complexion while detoxifying pores and letting your skin breathe.
Dermovia Clarifying Mulberry Lace Your Face Mask
This clarifying mask ($15) is a must for dealing with gross, humid weather: aloe vera works to control overactive oil glands and flush out impurities, while mulberry leaf provides anti-inflammatory benefits.
Yes to Tomatoes Detoxifying Charcoal Paper Mask
This charcoal mask ($3) is an easy and super affordable way to clear pores, fast.
Sephora Collection Green Tea Face Mask
Keep this mattifying green tea mask ($6) in your arsenal for days when you feel a breakout coming on or are just a little too shiny.
Patchology No Mess Mud Masque Facial Sheet
Get ready to kick those toxins to the curb with this rich volcanic mud mask ($8). Glycerin moisturizes and tones skin while collagen plumps and tightens.
Starskin French Clay Purifying Sheet Mask
Have 20 minutes? This two-piece mask ($10) absorbs excess oil, clears existing breakouts, and evens out skin tone before you can finish a Friends rerun.