Skincare Must-Have: These 4 Sheet Masks Actually Hydrate and Plump Skin (2025)

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What We Like

• Provides intensive hydration

• Mulberry plant paper retains more product

• Leaves skin looking softer and plump

What to Consider

• Has quite a strong fragrance that may irritate sensitive skin types

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  Give Your Skin a Pick-Me-Up With the Best Sheet MasksThese sheet masks will brighten, hydrate and soothe skin

Amanda Rosenthal, Byrdie writer: "This mask gives my dehydrated skin quite the moisture surge. It feels extremely luxurious and revitalizing on the skin, and when I take off the mask, I am always amazed at how much smoother and nourished my skin feels."

Benefits: Hydrating | Key Ingredients: Hyaluronic acid | Cruelty-Free: No

Made from a 100% hydrogel material, this drugstore face mask claims to hold up to 50% more essence than paper masks. The essence contains hyaluronic acid to drench the skin in hydration while maintaining a lightweight feel.The mask comes in two pieces, one for the upper half of the face and one for the lower part. What's unique is that the top section contains flaps that fold over the eyelids, ensuring that they benefit from the hydrating ingredients, and the lower part also contains a flap to cover the lips.Although the mask was slippery and a bit flimsy, making gripping it slightly tricky, the two-part component made it easier to apply. We loved that our dry skin was left feeling soft and hydrated.

Mettie, tester: "I love how lightweight and hydrating it felt. I also enjoyed the fact that it has flaps to put over your eyelids and mouth."

Benefits: For dullness and uneven skin texture | Key Ingredients: Vitamin C, copper tripeptides, phospholipids | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Sheet masks make for an incredibly relaxing experience—unless you spend the entire time you’re wearing it trying to readjust and keep it from slipping and sliding around. This two-part pick has a top and bottom piece, which makes precise application easy. The more evenly a face mask is applied, the better it will adhere to the skin and stay put. The two pieces were simple to apply, and the mask evenly covered our entire face without drooping down. As for the formula, it contains vitamin C ester, copper peptides, and lipids to help reduce dullness and uneven skin texture. The results are plump, hydrated skin that feels nourished. It's worth mentioning that it may feel slightly tacky immediately after removal, so we recommend rubbing the excess product into the skin or using a washcloth to remove any extra product.

Kiara, tester: "After taking off the mask, my skin looks bright and feels soft. I like that it comes in two pieces. It's easy to smooth out and guarantees that every part of my face is covered."

Benefits: Cleansing | Key Ingredients: Green tea | Cruelty-Free: No

Even if you have your skincare routine down pat, it’s normal to have days where you need a refresh or deep cleansing treatment—and reaching for a cleansing mask is a great option. This one is infused with charcoal—known for its detoxing properties—and soaked in a translucent cleanser featuring green tea. Once applied to the skin, the cleanser will start to oxygenate (produce bubbles) and create foam that works to cleanse the skin of makeup, dirt, and oil.It was easy to apply, and the bubbling component made it a fun, unique skincare experience. Our skin was left looking and feeling thoroughly cleansed, although we did find the tingling sensation to be slightly intense.

Amanda Rosenthal, Byrdie writer (not shown): "This mask is such a fun way to refresh your skin, as it creates this foamy and bubbly layering. The tingling effect feels like gentle pop rocks on your face, and I enjoyed the sensation."

FAQ

• What does a sheet mask do?

  Not all sheet masks are intended for the same purpose, although many of them are created with skin hydration in mind. “Think of them as a big drink of water for your skin,” says Benjamin. While some have cleansing, soothing, firming, or exfoliating benefits, more often than not, sheet masks are intended to provide your skin with a boost of hydration. They’re also great for indulging in self-care.

• Can I use a sheet mask everyday?

  There’s no hard rule on how often you should or shouldn’t use a sheet mask. If you’re using one with exfoliating ingredients, you’ll likely want to limit use to just once or twice a week so you don’t irritate your skin. But according to Benjamin, “they can be used as often as you’d like if you’re using ones with hydrating, brightening, and anti-aging ingredients.”