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5 Drugstore Face Masks That Work Better Than A Face Lift For Instant Younger Looking Skin

March 8, 2020 by Robyn Turk
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It isn’t every easy to build the right anti-aging skincare regimen that gives your face the results it needs, without breaking the bank. But lucky for you, we’ve found a few tricks we are happy to share.

The best daily step you can take for your skin is staying consistent with a routine that includes a cleanser, toner, serum and moisturizer that each deliver the right nutrient-rich ingredients to firm and plump your skin. The right daily-use products can work wonders in smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles and restoring elasticity to the skin. But sometimes your day-to-day ritual isn’t enough.

Enter the weekly face mask. A face mask is essential to keeping your skin bright and plump because it delivers benefits to your skin over a longer amount of time, allowing the ingredients to penetrate deeper into the skin and giving your face a well-deserved energy boost. If it’s time for you to find a new face mask, look no further – we’ve found the five best anti-aging masks you can buy in any drugstore.

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Face Mask Sheet

No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Sheet Mask

What It Does

This powerful face mask delivers the same benefits as an entire week’s worth of anti-aging serum, brightening and firming the skin with a complex of hyaluronic acid, hibiscus and vitamin C.

How It Works

The No7 Lift & Luminate mask seamlessly adheres to facial contours. Leave the mask on for 20 minutes, then rub the formula into the skin.

Promising Review

“I really wish I’d taken before and after pics but honestly wasn’t expecting much. I’ve used a lot of facial masks and the most I’ve ever noticed from a mask is moisturized skin which is good. I’ve tried many with absolutely no resulting change so I didn’t really expect much going into this. I’m 48 with combination skin which I treated overall as oily for far too long resulting in texture which is a nice YouTuber term for wrinkles and crepiness around my eyes. My skin is loose in areas especially on my neck. I’ve got the turkey neck going on which I use a lotion especially for that situation twice daily. That has made minimal if any impact. Enter the No7 face mask. I put it on and immediately noticed it doesn’t tear as easily as most of these types of masks. It has just the right amount of serum. Not too goopy and not so dry that you feel like there’s barely anything there either. Just right. I wait the 15-20 minutes to take it off and rub everything in. Survey the results. Holy moly my turkey neck is gone! I’m not kidding you. So wish I’d taken pics. I could not believe it! My face was firmer, glowing and just looked really good! I’m hoping the serum is what’s in the mask because I want to use this daily. I love, Love, Love it!” - Shay F

No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Serum Boost Face Mask Sheet ($5.99)

Cucumber Jelly Mask

Earth To Skin Super Greens Cucumber Jelly Mask

What It Does

Made with cucumber fruit water and glycerin, this face mask revitalizes the skin with anti-inflammatory benefits and deep hydration. It leaves your face with a replenished and energized appearance and protects the skin barrier.

How It Works

To use the Earth To Skin Super Greens Cucumber Jelly Mask, simply cleanse your face as you would normally then dry skin well before applying a generous, even layer of this mask. Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing with cool water.

Promising Review

“The earth to skin super greens jelly mask is amazing! I love how wonderful it smells and how cooling and refreshing it feels when I put it on my face. It is pretty easy to use just put on face and wait about 10 minutes then rinse and afterwards your face feels so good and clean . I will definitely be recommending this and buying it for myself many times.” - Emi5333

Earth to Skin Super Greens Cucumber Jelly Mask ($6.96)

Mask Watermelon

Burt’s Bees Hydrating Sheet Mask

What It Does

This sheet mask is made from antioxidant-rich watermelon extract and nutrient-rich botanicals that leave the skin hydrated, replenished and restored, for a brighter and more youthful-seeming complexion.

How It Works

This mask is really easy to use. You just unfold it and apply it to your face and leave it on for five minutes. When you’re finished, you don’t even need to rinse the formula off - simply massage the excess into your skin.

Promising Review

“I really like this Burt's Bees hydrating sheet mask with watermelon a lot because I feel it moisturizes and really improves my skin texture a lot like it said it would. And I like how easy this mask is to use and to put on my face. Also I like how you only have to wait 5 minutes after putting on the mask and that when you take the mask off you only have to rub the excess into your skin and that rinsing is not required. I also like how my skin felt very soft and more refreshing looking after using this mask on my face. I also got this product for free for my opinions and review.” - Bubba28

Burt's Bees Hydrating Sheet Mask Watermelon ($2.99)

Hydro Mask 1 Ounce

Neutrogena Radiance Boost Brightening Mask

What It Does

With a brightening blend of ingredients like vitamin B3, the Neutrogena Radiance Boost is the perfect anti-aging treatment for coarse or dull skin.

How It Works

Use this sheet mask on clean skin, leaving it on for 15 to 30 minutes, before gently massaging any excess formula into skin.

Promising Review

“This is truly an amazing product that leaves your face like you went for a facial treatment. The last step to a good beauty regiment. Buy it!” - Tatiana medina

Neutrogena Radiance Boost Brighten Hydro Mask 1 Ounce ($25.25)

Face Mask Gel by Olay Masks

Olay Overnight Gel Mask

What It Does

The Olay Overnight Gel Mask is a powerful anti-aging treatment that visibly firm and lifts skin. Its slow-absorbing vitamin-rich formula allows for a lasting appearance of plump, hydrated skin.

How It Works

This leave-on facial treatment is designed to work while you sleep. Apply an even layer to skin before bed and rinse with cool water in the morning.

Promising Review

“I've been using this every night for about a week. Usually I like to give skincare items a full 90 days to report results, but I have to admit this Olay mask is remarkable. I have dry, sensitive skin, with some age spots and some hyperpigmentation from using tanning beds many years ago. This has made my skin brighter, and the darker pigmentation has faded a little. I apply this fairly heavy, more than I'd use if putting on a regular moisturizer. It takes 5-10 minutes to dry, then feels slightly tacky. It doesn't rub off or stain the pillowcase, and once it dries down, I don't even notice I have it on. Very pleased with this product. I also have the mask with Vitamin E for hydration, but I prefer this mask for brighter skin.” - Nacho Libra

Face Mask Gel by Olay Masks ($11.99)

Author:

Robyn Turk is a style and beauty writer, contributing to the SheFinds team. Her work has appeared in StyleCaster, Business Insider, Refinery29, DailyMail and others.

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