We’ve grown accustomed to using face masks as a beauty ritual since our teens. And these days, there’s no shortage of beauty products and masks to buy and try. As women over 40, it can be overwhelming to find the right types of masks to handle skin changes that come with aging.
The most important thing to consider when shopping for a face mask is the ingredients. As our skin matures, it becomes more sensitive. Therefore, it’s important to know what we put on our face to avoid skin problems like inflammation, wrinkles, and dryness. So, what ingredients should you keep an eye out for?
Dryness. If your skin lacks hydration, look for face masks that contain ceramides, hyaluronic acid, lactic acid, glycolic acid, different kinds of oils, and aloe.
Inflammation. If you suffer from Rosacea and redness, seek face masks containing ingredients like green tea extract, chamomile, cucumber, niacinamide, vitamin E, and aloe.
Wrinkles. To smooth wrinkles, look for face masks that contain alpha-lipoic acid, collagen, retinol, vitamin C, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E.
Here is a list of the best masks for different skin problems to help pamper yourself at home.
For wrinkles
Ebanel Laboratories Korean Hyaluronic Collagen Sheet Mask
This Korean Sheet Mask contains nourishing and hydrating hyaluronic acid, stem cell plant extracts, and peptide that brightens your face. It contains edelweiss extract that helps fight off free radical damage with its strong anti-aging properties, purslane and tomato extract that helps brighten your skin ad chamomile extract to decongest clogged pores. It also contains collagen that helps create healthier and firmer skin, reducing wrinkles and fine lines.
For Psoriasis
InstaNatural Dead Sea Mud Face Mask
Looking for a mask to soothe your skin during flare-ups? Research suggests that Dead Sea mud has healing and detoxifying properties that can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with psoriasis. Instanatural Dead Sea mud mask contains organic shea butter, sunflower seed oil, and aloe vera, that will calm the skin.
For neck
Intensive Crystal Collagen Neck & Decollete Face Mask
Neglecting to moisturize the skin may leave skin wrinkled and in need of some special attention. This mask helps lift, tighten and create firmness in the skin, thanks to its powerful blend of collagen, and amino acids.
For problem skin
Clinique City Block Purifying Charcoal Clay Face Mask + Scrub
Problematic skin, adult acne, blackheads and clogged pores have no age limit, but there are solutions. This mask is made with a combination of natural bamboo charcoal and kaolin clay that can clear the skin of impurities and excess oils while also gently refining texture.
For oily skin
GlamGlow SUPERMUD® Charcoal Instant Treatment Mask
Voted as the best mask for oily skin by Cosmo and Allure, this face maks contains a Six Acid Blend (Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Tartaric Acid, and Pyruvic Acid) to help unclog and minimizes the look of pores. As well, it contains activated-X Charcoal that removes dirt, toxins, debris, and impurities from within pores. Lastly, your skin will benefit from Eucalyptus Leaf that delivers antioxidants and phytoactives for a healthy look.
For Rosacea
Dr. Andrew Weil For Origins™ Mega-Mushroom Relief & Resilience Soothing Face Mask
Rosacea is one of the most common skin issues among older women. This skin condition affects the face, especially the cheek area, in the form of redness and sometimes a swollen nose. The Mask helps soothe the skin with reishi mushroom, known to reduce the appearance of redness. Your skin will become even and supple within 10 minutes.
For dry skin
Vichy Mineral Mask with Vitamin B3
This is my favourite brand and mask that works not only on dry skin, but on Rosacea too. It is loaded with 15 minerals including Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) which prevents water loss and retains skin’s moisture content. As well, it contains Glycerin that hydrates and soothes the skin.
For sensitive skin
Florapy Beauty Anti-aging Sheet Aromatherapy Mask
For the sensitive skin, finding an anti-aging face mask that isn’t irritating shouldn’t be a struggle. This mask is Infused with anti-inflammatory ingredients like calendula and sage oil and coconut fibers. It is the most natural way to take care of your sensitive skin.
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