Ettusais Acne Whitening Dual Masks

The claim: With separate sheets for T-zone (oil control) and U-zone (moisture), the mask claims to both moisturize your skin and adjust the skin tone by reducing excessive melanin as well as the effects of acne and UV exposure.
We feel: It’s a bit complicated to apply the masks since there are two separate sheets. After you take them off, the skin feels fresh but a little sticky. The T-zone area remains oil-free, whereas the U-zone turns moist.
The result: Smaller pores with a smoother, softer touch, and brighter, even skin tone.
Price: B1,200 for a pair

Shu Uemura White Recovery EX+ Whitening Concentrate Mask

The claim: A brighter skin tone with the help of prune and cherry blossom extracts which are supposed to work even more efficiently than a bottle of white essence.
We feel: The alcohol scent from the mask is slightly intense and may irritate the eyes. After taking it off (after 15 minutes), the skin feels fresh but has some watery residue.
The result: The skin is a bit softer and shows a little hint of brightness. Dark spots tend to vanish, although a very minor redness appeared in the case of our guinea pig.
Price: B2,900 for 6 sheets

Shiseido Aqualabel Reset White Mask

The claim: Tranexamic acid helps increase the revitalizing process and reduce dark spots. At the same time, the hyaluronic acid is supposed to moisturize dry skin for a smoother, softer and brighter result. Flexible enough to fit all face shapes.
We feel: Extremely easy to apply and adheres perfectly to the face but may cause minor eye irritation. The skin feels fresh but after several minutes, the face temperature does tend to rise a bit. After 20 minutes, the skin feels soft and firm.
The result: The skin looks brighter, softer and has an obvious springy touch.
Price: B550 for 4 sheets

Shiseido Revital Lifting Mask Science EX

The claim: The mask will help refine and firm facial contours, and promote quick permeation of effective ingredients deep beneath the skin surface. Supposed to make the skin radiant and well-moisturized.
We feel: Having them separated as two sheets, it requires some time to fully apply, though we love how the bottom piece also covers the neck area. While the mask is still on the skin feels fresh and cool.
The result: Skin becomes extra soft, springy and smooth. Pores become smaller.
Price: B3,900 for 6 sheets

Cle de Peau Beaute

The claim: Helps even skin tone and reduce dark spots, while the tranexamic acid and other extracts lessen the productivity of melanin. The mask will also revitalize the skin damage caused by sunlight and support the skin’s water supply in the short-term to slow the skin’s aging. (And it might aid world peace, too.)
We feel: The masks are very soft so the application is quite comfortable. The fragrance added to the sheet is a touch too strong and may cause irritation to sensitive skin.
The result: The skin becomes noticeably softer and smoother in the morning, but the brightening effect is negligible.
Price: B6,500 for 6 pairs

Za Future Defense Moist Wrap Mask

The claim: Intense moisturizer with collagen for firmer skin. The main ingredients, Bio-hyaluronic acid, blackberry, lily extract, and vitamin A derivative, are meant to develop healthier and younger looking skin.
We feel: The mask seems to be oversized but offers comfort and a slight aromatic scent. After taking it off, the skin is very soft but feels quite sticky for a while.
The result: Nothing really changes except the obviously softer skin.
Price: B520 for 5 sheets

Get the most from your mask

Always make sure your face is totally cleansed before masking.

The result is better when used after toner lotion and serum application.

To avoid moisture loss, do not leave the mask on longer than suggested on the package. Most branded masks require only 10-15 minutes.

With sheet masks, you don’t have to wash your face after removing them; letting the goodness absorbovernight is recommended (but is optional)

Essentials

Cle de Peau Beaute. M/F, Siam Paragon, 02-690-1000
Ettusais. 1/F, Central Chidlom, 02-254-9152
Shiseido. 1/F, Central Chidlom, 02-254-9165
Shu Uemura. 2/F, Siam Discovery, 02-658-0263
ZA. At Watsons. www.watsons.co.th