29 best masks for face, hair and body for 2025
Leave it on overnight and users say you will wake up with “beautiful plump skin in the morning”.
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In an ideal world we would all be dutifully doing every step of our skin and haircare routine every single day — as well as attending regular hairdresser and facial appointments to address any concerns.
But even the most dedicated beauty buff knows that simply isn’t possible from both a time and financial point.
Enter the at-home mask: It’s both an inexpensive and easy way to spruce up your skin and hair if you’re short on time.
“Masks aren’t a ‘must-have’ in your skincare routine, but they’re nice to have on hand when you want to see visible results quickly,” Adore Beauty’s Senior Editor Amy Clark told news.com.au.
“For example, peels are awesome for radiance and skin texture in the lead up to an event, and popping a sheet mask on straight from the fridge can instantly hydrate and de-puff.
“But like all skincare products, you’ll only see long-term improvements with regular, consistent use.”
When it comes to masks you shouldn’t forget your hair too, with hairdresser Anthony Nader advising incorporating one into your routine when “your hair isn’t performing and not giving your hair style the longevity”.
“Whether your hair is natural, frizzy/course, coloured or highly bleached, applying a mask once a week can combat dryness and feed strands the goodness that is lacking,” Anthony, who is the creative director of Sydney salon Raw Hair by Anthony Nader, says.
Masks can also be a great way to unwind too, as you can simply pop it on while you’re watching Netflix and enjoying a cheeky glass of wine. The end result: Fresh skin and hair in less time than it takes to watch an episode of Bridgerton.
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- Best face masks: Editor’s picks
- Best hydrating face masks
- Best sheet face masks
- Best brightening face masks masks
- Best clay and charcoal face masks
- Best hair masks
- Best body masks
BEST FACE MASKS: EDITOR’S PICKS
Laneige Water Sleeping Mask, $48 at Adore Beauty
Why we love it: Dermatologically tested and suitable for all skin types
What to consider: Some customers find this feels too lightweight
Formula: Gel | Size: 70mls | Key ingredients: Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Antioxidants, Hyaluronic Acid
What you need to know
This has to be top of the list simply because of its versatility. The mask is suitable for pretty much all skin types and is soothing, hydrating and brightening all in one thanks to its probiotic-rich complex and ingredients like squalane for hydration.
Similar in texture to a gel-based moisturiser, simply slather on top of your usual night-time routine and wake up to beautiful plump skin in the morning. I love to use this when my skin is extra dry or dull, or even if I’m just feeling in need of some extra TLC — it’s like a drink of water for your skin.
Don’t believe me? It has an average 4.5 star rating from over 9900 reviews on Google, while on TikTok that hashtag #laneigesleepingmask has over 6.4 million views.
“No joke this product has literally changed my skin,” says one TikTok review. “The Laneige Water Sleeping Mask is an absolute game changer.”
“This mask is awesome for dry skin,” another says.
Nutri-Define Cream Mask, $97 at Jurlique
Why we love it: Made from 99 per cent natural origin ingredients
What to consider: More like a night moisturiser style of mask
Formula: Cream | Size: 100mls | Key ingredients: Tara Fruit, Red Algae, Horseradish root, Spilanthes flower, Calendula
What you need to know
Created from powerful farm-grown botanicals, including Tara Fruit and Red Algae, Jurlique's Nutri-Define Cream is a super moisturising cream-style face mask that aims to give your skin an instant boost, leaving it feeling youthful, pumped and rejuvenated.
Winner of the 2024 Prevention Beauty Awards, it's easy to apply after cleansing for that instant lifted feel - and thanks to powerful antioxidant-rich ingredients such as Horseradish root and Spilanthes flower, it helps combat those early signs of ageing by smoothing the appearance of wrinkles, improving skin firmness and giving that glow of youthful radiance.
Customers absolutely love this face mask, commenting on its luxurious moisturising feel and the softening effect it has on the skin. "This cream is a must if you tend to have dry skin," wrote one five-star reviewer. "It is full of moisture and helps my skin remain supple."
"This is a lovely, moisturising mask," wrote another. "Skin feels so nice in the morning, glowing and soft!"
Aztec Secret Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay Deep Pore Cleansing, $26.95 at Amazon Australia
Why we love it: Great value for money
What to consider: Might be too strong for more sensitive skin
Formula: Clay | Size: 454g | Key ingredients: 100 per cent Natural Calcium Bentonite Clay
What you need to know
This mask has tens of thousands of five-star reviews on Amazon and is dubbed the “world’s most powerful facial”.
It also has a viral following on TikTok where users post before and after shots of them using the mask boasting of less visible pores and clear skin.
Fair warning, clay masks can pack a punch and be quite strong, especially if you have sensitive skin, so I would recommend you do a test patch the first time you use it.
Made from 100 per cent natural calcium bentonite clay, users say it is “amazing” for treating breakouts and pimples.
"Really good skin detox!" commented one TikTok user. "It's perfection," wrote another.
Dermalogica MultiVitamin Power Recovery Masque, $112 at Adore Beauty
Why we love it: It's Victoria Beckham's fave mask
What to consider: On the expensive side
Formula: Cream | Size: 75ml | Key ingredients: Vitamin A/Retinol, Antioxidants, Vitamin C
What you need to know
After hearing this was a favourite of Victoria Beckham’s I knew I had to try it.
Victoria says this Dermalogica mask is an “ambulance in a tube” and after trialling this product, I must say I agree with Posh Spice.
It’s great for an instant pick-me-up or leave on overnight and wake up to brighter and more even skin.
Ingredients like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and provitamin B5 perform much needed CPR on stressed-out skin, while the addition of botanical extracts like licorice help to soothe.
The best bit? You only need the tiniest bit at a time, meaning that while the tube is on the pricier side it will last ages.
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Mask 5 x 25g, $55.95 at Amazon Australia
Why we love it: Super hydrating sheet mask
What to consider: You'll want to make these last
Formula: Sheet mask | Size: 25g each | Key ingredients: Vitamin B5, panthenol, La Roche-Posay’s thermal water
What you need to know
Here at news.com.au checkout we make no secret of how much we love La Roche-Posay, and this soothing sheet mask is no exception.
Suitable for sensitive skin, this mask contains vitamin B5 and La Roche-Posay’s thermal spring water to help hydrate and nourish skin, making it perfect for use after intense skin treatments like clay masks or chemical exfoliation.
Amy also recommends it before going out, saying the mask is “great for stressed out skin, or to prep skin before applying makeup”.
Fresh Black Tea Firming Overnight Mask 30ml, $59 at Sephora
Why we love it: A great pick-me-up for your skin
What to consider: Not a budget buy
Formula: Cream | Size: 30ml | Key ingredients: AHAs/Glycolic Acid, Anti-oxidants
What you need to know
Fresh do an incredible range of face masks (I also love their Floral Recovery Mask), but when I wake up after using their Fresh Black Tea Firming Overnight Mask it feels like I’ve had a facial in my sleep. My skin feels firmer and plumper, making it perfect for a midweek pick-up or if you want to do some face prep before a big event.
Hyaluronic acid works to hydrate your skin while firming peptides will tackle any tiredness and fine lines.
BEST HYDRATING FACE MASKS
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask 20g, $31 at Adore Beauty
Why we love it: Award-winning cult lip treatment
What to consider: It's just like putting lip balm on
Formula: Balm | Size: 20g | Key ingredient: Hyaluronic Acid
What you need to know
“Yes, ‘lip sleeping mask’ is a fancy way of saying ‘lip balm’, but this one is a cult product for a reason,” says Amy.
Laneige’s lip sleeping masks use moisture wrap technology containing beta-glucan that acts as a slow-releasing moisture layer on the lips.
It also contains vitamin C and antioxidants a blend of blueberries, cranberries, strawberries, and goji berries to seriously nourish your lips.
Avène Soothing Radiance Mask 50ml, $37.89 at Amazon Australia
Why we love it: Effective sleeping mask for a reasonable price
What to consider: Freight charged on this delivery
Formula: Cream | Size: 50mls | Key ingredient: Hyaluronic acid
What you need to know
I bought this Avène mask on a whim two years ago and now I can’t live without it. I use it twice a week as a sleeping mask after a chemical exfoliator and wake up with even skin tone and plump, hydrated skin.
Containing Avène Thermal Spring Water, natural berry extracts and pre-tocopheryl, a vitamin E precursor this mask is like a hydrating drink for your skin.
Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask, $67 at Myer
Why we love it: Hydrating oil-free creamy face mask
What to consider: Not cheap
Formula: Cream | Size: 100ml | Key ingredient: Hyaluronic Acid
What you need to know
This oil-free mask from Clinique’s Moisture Surge range is an creamy formula that shoppers say is an affordable alternative to more exxy sleeping masks.
“Wake up to beautiful skin at a realistic price (we can’t all afford La Prairie sleep mask),” one five star reviewer says.
“It is a great overnight mask. Leaves your skin soft and supple,” another shopper writes.
BEST SHEET FACE MASKS
Garnier SkinActive Nutri Bomb Milky Tissue Mask Almond Milk, $7.99 at Priceline
Why we love it: A popular and super calming sheet mask
What to consider: Only enough for a week's treatment
Formula: Creamy sheet mask | Size: | Key ingredients: organic almond milk and hyaluronic acid
What you need to know
This is the best-selling sheet mask on Amazon, with five star reviews saying the affordable product gives them plump and hydrated skin.
The sheet mask contains a milky serum made of organic almond milk and hyaluronic acid, making it the ultimate calming drink for your skin.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Mask 5 Piece, $24.99 at Priceline
Why we love it: Intense hydration that lasts for hours
What to consider: Need to stock up on a couple of packs so you don't run out.
Formula: sheet mask | Size: 5 sheets in a pack | Key ingredient: Hyaluronic
What you need to know
Each of these sheet masks provides six times more hyaluronic acid than Neutrogena’s Hydro Boost Serum.
Each mask is also infused with antioxidant olive extract to smooth out the skin and leave it seriously soft.
BEST BRIGHTENING MASKS
The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque 50ml, $22 at Myer
Why we love it: Deep cleansing and exfoliating mask
What to consider: Not to be used on sensitive, peeling or compromised skin
Formula: Cream | Size: 50ml | Key ingredients: Salicylic acid, clay, charcoal
What you need to know
This mask is perfect for anyone wanting a treatment that targets breakouts.
As the name suggests, this mask contains salicylic acid that also targets uneven skin tone and texture.
Five star reviews say it is an “effective mask for keeping blackheads and pimples at bay”.
Murad Vita-C Triple Exfoliating Facial 80ml, $125 at Sephora
Why we love it: Both a brightener and exfoliator in one
What to consider: Expensive price tag
Formula: Cream | Size: 80ml | Key ingredients: Glycolic Acid, Anti-oxidants, Salicylic Acid
What you need to know
“This is basically three glowy skin products in one, with antioxidant vitamin C, chemical exfoliant glycolic acid, and physical exfoliating particles,” Amy says.
This mask promises to both exfoliate and brighten skin, with customers their face “feels like heaven and smells great” after use.
KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening Exfoliating Mask 100ml, $75 at THE ICONIC
Why we love it: We love it because Miranda Kerr loves it
What to consider: Some customers found it better as an exfoliator than brightener
Formula: Cream | Size: 100ml | Key ingredient: Turmeric, rosehip seeds, papaya enzymes, aspen bark, peppermint
The mask is one of the most popular products from Miranda Kerr’s skincare range and is a great option if you’re into clean beauty.
Certified organic, the mask contains turmeric, papaya enzymes, aspen bark, peppermint and rosehip seeds to deliver fresh, exfoliated skin after use.
BEST CLAY AND CHARCOAL FACE MASKS
Benefit The POREfessional Deep Retreat Clay Mask, $62 at Myer
Why we love it: 92 per cent of customers said their pores felt deeply purified
What to consider: You need to set aside 30 minutes for this one
Formula: Cream | Size: Full size | Key ingredients: Kaolin clay, sea fennel, Bisabolol, jojoba seed oil, prickly pear extract, sphingolipids
What you need to know
Benefit’s new skincare range gets a big tick of approval from the news.com.au checkout team, especially this mask which Shopping Writer Marina Tatas was “very impressed” by.
“I usually stay away from clay masks as they can sometimes feel a little harsh and stripping. But this one from Benefit is an absolute game-changer,” she said.
“It applied velvety smooth, and after about 15-20 minutes, I was shocked by the visible difference to my skin.
“My pores looked tiny and my skin’s texture (which is something I do struggle with) looked completely smoothed out.”
Caudalie Vinergetic C+ Instant Detox Mask, $54 at Sephora
Why we love it: Detoxifying clay mask that keeps pores tight
What to consider: Sells out fast
Formula: Cream | Size: 75ml | Key ingredients: Glycolic acid, anti-oxidants, clay, coffee, grapefruit
What you need to know
This is another clay mask that gets a huge amount of hype online after it went viral on TikTok in 2021.
The mask contains clay, coffee and grape to purify skin and tighten pores as well as refining skin.
TikTok users say they are “obsessed” you can “actually see it working” to refine pores, saying the results are “crazy” good.
innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask 2X 100ml, $29 at Adore Beauty
Why we love it: Not as drying as some clay masks
What to consider: Those with sensitive skin still might want to test it first
Formula: Clay/mud mask : Size: 100ml | Key ingredients: AHAs/Glycolic acid, anti-oxidants
What you need to know
This is a good alternative for people with sensitive skin, says Amy.
“If you find clay masks too drying, this Korean skincare option is gentle but effective at clarifying congestion and reducing the appearance of pores,” she said.
The deep cleaning mask contains Jeju Super Volcanic Clusters™ and AHA to gently clear skin of breakouts and congestion.
BEST HAIR MASKS
Kérastase Elixir Ultime Original Hair Oil 100ml, $118 at Adore Beauty
Why we love it: Suitable for all hair types
What to consider: Some customers found this to be very oily
Formula: Oil | Size: 75ml : Key ingredient: French Camellia Oil
What you need to know
This has been a cult product for years and I can say it well truly lives up to the hype. The first time I used it I was blown away by the results — it made my hair silky smooth and added some much needed shine, all without making my tresses greasy or weighed down.
While it’s designed to be applied to damp hair before heat styling it also works well as a top-up between washes if your ends start to get frizzy and dry, simply apply a small amount to your dry hair.
MOROCCANOIL Weightless Hydrating Mask, $67 at Adore Beauty
Why we love it: Oil rich hydrating hair treatment
What to consider: Not great for super oily hair
Formula: Cream | Size: 250ml | Key ingredients: Argan oil
What you need to know
This is my all-time favourite hair mask as it gives me an instant pick me up, especially in the colder months when my hair is especially dry.
My hair gets dry easily but because it’s quite fine I struggle with using hydrating hair products at times as I find it just weighs things down — except for this mask.
It’s the kind of mask that I notice when I haven’t been using it as consistently as I should, as when I’m diligent it delivers ultra shiny hair and less frizz that doesn’t need as much heat styling.
The five minute mask contains argan oil, hydrolysed vegetable protein and shea butter to hydrate hair as well as restoring shine.
Joico K-Pak Color Therapy Luster Lock 140ml, $30.99 (down from $38.50) at Oz Hair and Beauty
Why we love this: Ideal for treating damaged coloured hair
What to consider: Suitable for blond and brunette coloured hair
Formula: Pre shampoo wash | Size: 150ml | Key ingredients: Manketti Oil and Argan Oils
What you need to know
International hairstylist and Joico’s global artistic director Richard Mannah told news.com.au this mask is the “best one I’ve ever used” — and plenty of shoppers also agree.
The mask promises to restore colour and shine after just one use, as well as reducing future breakage and making tresses softer.
Containing nourishing argan and manchetti oils, the Joico mask is suitable for brunette and blonde coloured hair.
Five-star reviewers describe the mask as their “secret weapon” for coloured hair, with one shopper writing: “My hair is damaged through regular colouring, sea air and sunshine.
“I found this product was excellent, easy to use and left my hair shiny, soft and manageable.”
ghd Rehab – advanced split end treatment, $49 at GHD
Why we love it: Seals split ends
What to consider: Lasts only about ten washes
Formula: Cream | Size: 100ml | Key ingredients: Nutrient rich ingredients
What you need to know
“This little gem really does perform,” says Anthony. “Apply a few drops into your palms and glide through the troubled areas and then style your hair as usual.”
The treatment is a heat-activated serum that protects against split ends, all you need to do is apply it to towel-dried hair before styling.
Olaplex No. 8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask, $36.22 (down from $54) at Amazon Australia
Why we love it: Celeb hair treatment for all hair types
What to consider: Expensive purchase at full price
Formula: Liquid | Size: 100ml | Key ingredients: Panthenol, avocado oil, rose hip
What you need to know
No list of the best hair products would be complete without the inclusion of Olaplex, the cult haircare brand loved by celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Drew Barrymore.
Suitable for all hair types, this mask works to intensely moisturise hair and help repair visibly damaged locks.
“So I don’t usually do reviews. But this product is amazing. My hair was bleached and heat damaged but feels so silky soft,” one five-star review reads.
Davroe Argan Oil Instant Treatment 75ml, $34.95 at Adore Beauty
Why we love it: Lightweight yet nourishing
What to consider: You will want to keep purchasing
Formula: Oil treatment | Size: 95ml | Key ingredients: Argan oil
What you need to know
As someone with blonde hair, one of the pains with oil-based treatments is that they can leave hair looking unintentionally greasy.
Anthony recommends this argan oil mask as it is “super light and doesn’t leave even the finest hair strands appearing greasy or dirty”.
“It is perfect for all hair types and works really well; I’ve found it on extra curly hair that needs maximum shine,” he added.
The Australian-made treatment is also vegan and paraben/sulfate free.
OUAI Fine To Medium Hair Treatment Masque, $69 at Sephora
Why we love it: One for finer hair
What to consider: Not cheap for a hair mask
Formula: Cream | Size: 236ml | Key ingredients: Shea butter, panthenol, hydrolysed keratin
What you need to know
This hair mask from celebrity stylist Jen Aiken‘s own brand has a cult following for a reason. Containing shea butter, panthenol and hydrolysed keratin, this mask targets frizz and split ends to leave hair stronger and hydrated.
Suitable for fine hair, this mask is a great option if other hair treatments make your tresses feel weighed down afterwards.
BEST BODY MASKS
BAWDY Squeeze It Beauty Butt Mask, 2 Sheets, $31.49 at Amazon Australia
Why we love it: TLC for your bum
What to consider: Hard to actually see if it makes a difference
Formula: Sheet mask | Size: 28g | Key ingredients: Collagen, citrus
What you need to know
This pack contains two masks for your butt - one for each cheek - to rejuvenate your behind and help make it silky soft and blemish free
One five-star reviewer uploaded the comment, "This was great to use... After putting it on and let it stay for recommended time, it did make my skin feel softened. I will be reordering."
"Worked perfectly," said another.
CeraVe SA Renewing Foot Cream 88ml, $15.99 at Adore Beauty
Why we love it: Effective and reasonably priced
What to consider: CeraVe products are very popular so sell out fast
Formula: Cream | Size: 88ml | Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid
What you need to know
Forget those foot masks that leave your skin peeling off for days, this foot cream is a much less messy option.
The non-greasy cream works like a chemical exfoliator for your face, containing salicylic acid to improve foot texture.
It also has three essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid to leave your feet seriously hydrated.
Kind-ly The Armpit Detox, $24.95 at Myer
Why we love it: Made with 100 per cent natural and organic materials
What to consider: Need to initially use daily for 7 to 14 days
Formula: Clay | Size: 100g | Key ingredients: Activated charcoal, Australian bentonite clay, essential oils (lemongrass and ginger), colloidal silver
I first used the armpit mask when I made the move to natural deodorant in 2021 and still like to use whenever I feel like I’ve been a bit, ahem, sweatier than normal.
The refreshing mask has a pleasant smell and contains activated charcoal, Australian bentonite clay and colloidal silver to target odour.
Booby Tape Pink Clay Breast Mask, $23. at Pharmacy Online
Why we love it: Great for decolletage as well as boobs
What to consider: Do a patch test in case the clay formula is drying for sensitive skin
Formula: Clay | Size: 75g | Key ingredient: Kaolin Australian Clay
What you need to know
Made from Australian kaolin clay this mask is designed to hydrate and firm the decolletage area.
The all natural formula is also vegan and targets skin impurities.
Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Smoothing Body Sand Exfoliator, $34 at Myer
Why we love it: Lasts a long time
What to consider: It packs a punch so test first on more sensitive skin
Formula: Scrub | Size: 180g | Key Ingredient: Australian Bentonite and Kaolin clay, coconut and macadamia shell
What you need to know
This body scrub contains macadamia and coconut shell to slough away dead skin, while pink clay helps to even out skin texture.
A little goes a long way when using this product and the tub comes with a cute spade to scoop out the product.
WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A MASK TREATMENT
PURPOSE: What do you need the mask to achieve? And what part of the body do you wish to target?
SUITABILITY: Does the product suit your skin type and age range?
INGREDIENTS: Check out what ingredients are in the mask and see if it suit you. Do you prefer organic products, natural, vegan? Are there certain ingredients that don't suit your skin type?
BUDGET: There is a huge rage of price points when it comes to face and body masks, and high cost doesn't always equal the most effective product. Work out what you want to spend and find products that fit your budget.
LIFESTYLE: Will the treatment fit into your life? Does it have to be done a few times a week? How long does the treatment take?
TEST FIRST: It's always advisable to do a patch test before trying any new product.
HOW WE CHOOSE OUR PRODUCTS
While it is impossible to test every face, hair and body mask on the market, we tested a collection of well-known products at various price points. Plus we read hundreds of customers reviews and looked at test ratings from product review sites to find the best mask treatments for your face, body and hair.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I USE A FACE MASK?
While not as essential as a good moisturiser or vitamin C serum, using a mask consistently can help you address specific skin concerns like blackheads or dryness over time. “If you have the time (and can be bothered), add a mask targeted to your specific skin concerns into your weekly routine,” Amy says.
“I’m a bit too lazy for that, but if I want a temporary quick fix for things like dehydration, dryness, dullness, blackheads and congestion, a mask usually delivers.”
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I USE A HAIR MASK?
If you want to see results, you should consider adding a mask to your hairwashing routine on a weekly basis, says Anthony.
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“Once a week without fail … make this a part of your weekly self-care routine, and it’s only an extra five-20 minutes that you need to leave your treatment in before rinsing,” he explained.
Richard recommends using a mask “at least once every two weeks” adding that a “good mask should hydrate and moisturise your hair to feel healthy and soft”.
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