Face masks have gone from a once-in-a-while treat to an essential component of a well-rounded skin-care routine, which means you probably want to keep more than one in your beauty arsenal. And luckily, the drugstore beauty market is now more impressive than ever, which means you no longer have to spend $60 for a mask that's actually effective. In fact, many of the best drugstore face masks rival the formulas you'd find in high-end stores, and are created to target every imaginable type of skin concern. Below, you'll find a guide to choosing the best face mask for your skin type.
If you're interested in a face mask that will keep your skin hydrated and soft, hyaluronic acid is one of the most beneficial ingredients on the market for combatting dryness. But on the opposite end of the spectrum, if you're trying to regulate oil production and keep pimples from popping up, you'll want to try a formula that contains ingredients like sulfur, charcoal, clay, salicylic acid, or tea tree oil. There are also masks created to soothe and calm skin, which can be great for treating inflammation and redness. If that's what you're after, try a mask with honey or aloe vera.
Then, there's the application method. There are sheet masks, which are great for travel, and overnight masks, for people who prefer a product that works its magic as you sleep. Then, you have your traditional creamy clay masks, which are great for DIY spa days (and also handily double as spot treatments).