Face masks strike a balance between skin cleansers and skin creams. They're formulated to be worn temporarily, albeit for an extended period of time. Some face masks contain wrinkle-fighting ingredients that work by either sloughing off damaged skin cells or firming up the skin surface. For the best results, choose a facial mask treatment that's been rated highly by beauty experts.
Jan Marini Factor-A Plus Mask
Not only does skin care expert Paula Begoun call this mask one of the company's most exceptional products, but she also rates it as one of the best facial masks on the market. She loved its combination of wrinkle-fighting antioxidants, exfoliating salicylic acid and anti-irritants. It works so well, Begoun recommends wearing it overnight.
Ren Skincare Glycolactic Skin Renewal Peel Mask
Ren Skincare's mask comes formulated with glycolic acid. This acid is a type of alpha hydroxy acid, which the University of Maryland Medical Center reports is ideal for getting rid of surface skin cells to remove fine lines and wrinkles. "InStyle" magazine beauty editors loved its use of not just glycolic acid, but also fruit acid and lactic acid. The magazine ranks it as the best mask for improving skin radiance.
Clarins Extra-Firming Facial Mask
The beauty editors of "Real Simple" magazine picked Clarins' firming mask as one of the top-performing mask treatments available. They say it helps battle wrinkles by firming up your skin surface to reduce sagging. Beneficial ingredients include various forms of hydrolyzed protein, skin-moisturizing glycerin and wrinkle-fighting antioxidants like vitamin E.
The Body Shop Wise Woman Intensive Firming Mask
"Real Simple" magazine recommends using The Body Shop's firming mask, noting that it helped to instantly make skin look and feel tighter and firmer. According to the magazine, part of this may be due to the mask's moisturizing benefits, which trap water in your skin cells for a plumper appearance. Key ingredients include glycerin and all-natural lanolin, plus wild yam root and vitamin E.
References
- "Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me"; Paula Begoun; 2009
- "InStyle" Magazine: Ren Skincare
- "Real Simple" Magazine: Best Face Masks
- University of Maryland Medical Center: Skin Wrinkles and Blemishes



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