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4 Best Wash-Off Masks for Self-Care Sundays

Living through a global pandemic isn’t easy. 2020 was emotionally and physically draining to say the least. The new year is upon us and I’m sure many of us will be setting ourselves resolutions and targets. Although it’s great to go full steam ahead, it is also important to take some time out to relax.

Taking a break shouldn’t be seen as being unproductive; quite the opposite. It can help to de-stress, refresh and reinvigorate your mind, and set you up for the week ahead. I stick to my #selfcaresundays, which involve taking a little time to myself for a little skincare pamper session. I love face masking as it’s a great way to relax, plus your skin is getting all the love it needs. Here are my top 4 wash-off mask picks according to your skin type.

1.  Sensitive Skin – I’m From Mugwort Mask

Sensitive skin is fragile skin that is prone to irritation.  It can be caused by different ingredients and can result in red, dry and itchy skin. The skin barrier is often fragile or damaged. Mugwort is a soothing and calming skincare ingredient. The ‘I’m From Mugort’ mask has a gel texture with a herbal scent. I love using this when my skin is irritated as it has an instant soothing effect. It is packed with antioxidants and minerals that help to detoxify the skin.

2.  Oily Skin – Caudalie Instant Detox Mask

Oily skin is characterised by a shiny appearance with excess oil. A common trait with those who have oily skin are blackheads, clogged and visibile pores. I have oily skin and this is one of my favourite go-to masks. I love clay masks as they really cleanse the skin. It helps to combat the oiliness on my face and my skin looks brighter and feels really soft after using it. This mask contains pink clay and papaya enzymes.

3.  Dry Skin – La Roche Posay Hydraphase Intense Masque – Soothing and Rehydrating

Dry skin is dull, cracked skin. It is often characterised by a feeling of tightness and roughness. Dry skin can be caused by external factors such as weather and humidity. It can also be caused by a skin disorder such as eczema. This mask is perfect for dehydrated skin. It has a gel-cream texture that’s soothing on the skin and helps to hydrate and plump the skin. It contains Hyaluronic Acid, which is a humectant. Put simply, it is a substance that is used to reduce the loss of moisture. A single gram of Hyaluronic Acid can hold up to six litres of water and can help to regulate moisture within cells.

4.  Normal Skin – Huxley Keep Calm Healing Mask

This skin type is neither too oily nor too dry.It has a soft appearance and regular texture. This face mask is a great sensory skincare experience. It has a jelly texture that is suitable for all skin types. It is a nourishing mask that helps to improve the skin tone. It contains prickly pear seed oil, which is rich in antioxidants and Centella Asiatica, which is a skin soothing ingredient.