Best Sheet Masks for oily skin and dry skin

One of the easiest ways to upgrade your skincare game is to include a face mask in your regimen.  Face masks don’t just help you relax but can also help you effectively tackle skin problems like dryness, big pores, acne, and more. Now before you start stocking up on face masks, hear us out. Different skin types and concerns require different face masks, and finding the ideal mask for your particular needs can be pretty intimidating. People often get confused between sheet masks and peel-off masks. What is the difference between the two, can you use both of them and which one should be avoided? Let’s find the answers to all these questions here.

Let’s look at the difference between sheet mask and peel-off mask:

1. Physical appearance:

Infused with serums and active ingredients, sheet masks are made of a thin sheet of material, usually a cloth, paper, or hydrogel. They are face-shaped masks with cut-outs for eyes, nose and lips. You can unwrap the essence-soaked mask and apply it directly to the face, allowing the skin to absorb the serum. There are different sheet masks for different parts of the face such as eye masks, lip masks, etc.

On the other hand, the texture of peel-off masks is thicker and more robust. A peel-off mask usually has a liquid or gel-based formula, which you can spread on your face and wait until it dries completely and then peel it off in one piece.

Compared to a peel-off mask, sheet masks are more hygienic. A peel-off mask can spread bacteria and infections to your skin if it is not stored properly or if you use it later, after leaving it unattended.

2. Benefit and importance:

The benefits of sheet masks and peel-off masks differ from each other because of their ingredients and physical form. Sheet masks are inclined more towards moisturisation and relaxation with their essence-infused goodness. The sheet mask's physical barrier makes it easier for the product to penetrate your skin faster and more effectively. Sheet masks are economical and come in varied options. There are several sheet masks enriched with serums which have different goals such as hydration and glow. Garnier has a range of sheet masks that can give your skin hydration and glow and can also cater to dark spots.

Peel-off masks are usually produced with a combination of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and other substances that can help remove impurities and dead skin cells such as charcoal or glycolic acid. They can help to reduce the appearance of blackheads, whiteheads, and other flaws while also deeply cleansing and exfoliating the skin. Peel-off masks often contain antioxidants like grapeseed, avocado, and charcoal, which are all excellent for healing and preventing further skin damage. Make sure you are familiar enough with the peel-off mask's ingredients to avoid irritation.

3. Application and Time:

Sheet masks are convenient and easy to apply without any hassle. This is one of the major benefits of sheet masks. All you have to do is cleanse your face with a facewash and simply apply the sheet mask. The application is mess-free - just put it on, wait for 15-20 mins and gently remove it. You do not have to wash it off with water or wipe it away with a towel. You can also massage the leftover serum into your skin using a facial roller or massage tool like a gua sha stone or simply tap with your fingers.

On the other hand, applying a peel off mask can be a bit sticky. It has to dry well before peeling it off. Removing a peel-off mask can be a bit exhausting and painful too. Sometimes, it sticks to your skin, and you might have to wash it off with water to remove the impurities and any product residue.

Now that you're aware of the difference between sheet masks and peel-off masks, browse through our extensive collection of sheet masks to find the one that suits your skin type and concerns. Our wide range includes everything from vitamin C masks, watermelon masks and brightening masks to charcoal masks, hyaluronic face masks, green tea masks and more.