Effective masks: what actually works?

Mild swelling, dull skin tone, and a weary gaze – it’s a familiar morning scenario. Luckily, there’s skincare that works like your favorite filter. These 10 masks offer a quick way to restore freshness and tone to your face:

Peter Thomas Roth Cucumber Gel Mask

A gel mask with cucumber, chamomile, aloe, and sugarcane – a full-on relaxation mix for tired skin. It has a gentle cooling effect, soothes redness, reduces puffiness, and leaves the skin feeling fresh. Great for use after an active day. Alcohol-free and suitable even for sensitive skin.

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LANEIGE Water Sleeping Mask

A cult-favorite overnight mask that everyone loves. Lightweight gel texture absorbs quickly and leaves no film. Contains beta-glucan, mineral water, and a patented complex that repairs skin while you sleep. Your face looks refreshed in the morning, even if you didn’t get enough rest.

photо: instagram \ @laneige_us

Dr. Jart+ Cryo Rubber with Moisturizing Hyaluronic Acid

A two-step mask with a cryo-effect: first, a hyaluronic acid serum, then a cooling rubber (alginate) mask. It soothes the skin, reduces puffiness, deeply hydrates, and evens skin tone. Results are comparable to a visit to a professional facial cosmetologist, but from home.

photо: instagram \ @ drjart

Erborian Bamboo Waterlock Mask

A hydrating gel mask with bamboo extract and a phyto-complex. Works fast: in just 10–15 minutes, your face looks more refreshed, skin is plump and smooth. Works well as an SOS mask before makeup and gives your face a visible lift and glow.

photо: instagram \ @erborian_germany

Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Hydrating Mask

A rich creamy texture with avocado and apricot oils, plus hyaluronic acid. An overnight mask that works when your skin is most receptive. Great for tackling dehydration and puffiness, especially in winter or after flights.

photо: instagram \ @originsnordic

Eye patches

Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels

Patches with arnica, caffeine, and green tea. They stick well and act fast – in just 10 minutes, your eyes look more awake. A favorite among those who lack sleep or just want a hydration boost.

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Petitfee Agave Cooling Hydrogel Eye Mask

Patches with agave, menthol, and berry extracts. Ideal for morning care: they cool, reduce puffiness and redness, and work well on oily or combination skin.

photо: instagram \ @petitfee_official

JayJun Green Tea Eye Gel Patch

Patches with green tea, niacinamide, and peptides. They soften and strengthen the delicate eye area, reduce puffiness, and slightly even out tone. Store in the fridge for a more noticeable effect.

photo: instagram \ @jayjunmaroc

Pixi DetoxifEYE Depuffing Eye Patches

Patches with caffeine, cucumber extract, hyaluronic acid, and volcanic ash. They hydrate, “dry out” puffiness, and leave a fresh feeling. Perfect for morning care or as a base under concealer.

photо: instagram \ @pixibeauty

Cold enhances the effect – store your masks in the fridge and get a free cryo booster. Afterwards, use a gua sha or roller: lymphatic drainage does wonders. But above all, don’t forget the basics – water, sleep, and inner calm remain the ultimate beauty products.