Hyaluronic Acid is the special ingredient in SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Masque which works to replenish moisture levels in dehydrated and stressed skin. Apply it after cleansing once or twice a week and leave it to work its magic for up to 15 minutes. For extra skin nourishment, leave it overnight and in the morning you’ll look as if the skin fairies have been!

Best for: dry, dehydrated skin
SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Masque, £34.95 from www.skinceuticals.co.uk

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This self heating mask from Montagne Jeunesse is a winter warming treat for the face. Containing natural skin pepping Ginger and Volcanic Spring Powder, layer it on before massaging in small circular movements to gently exfoliate, then leave for 15 minutes to warm up and deep clean the pores. Rinse off with warm water and admire the radiance.

Best for: dull, blemished skin
Montagne Jenuesse Hot Spring Sauna Masque, £1 per sachet from Boots, Asda, Superdrug and Tesco

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Antioxidants in skincare are the greatest complexion protectors around, and Resultime’s Peeling Mask is packed with powerful complexion booster Vitamin C. Apply a generous layer , then leave for 10 minutes to allow its skin brightening enzymes to get to work before rinsing the skin thoroughly. Use twice a week for best results.

Best for: tired, lacklustre skin
Resultime Peeling Mask Vitamin C, £27 from www.resultime.co.uk

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This facial sheet mask soaked in a skin treatment serum gives a salon-worthy touch of luxury at home. Lay the fabric mask over the contours of the face and allow the anti ageing goodness of Co-Enzyme Q10 seep into skin to soften and plump fine lines.

Best for: Lined, ageing skin
Timeless Truth Q10 Caviar Nourishing Beauty Mask, £6.45 from www.thebeautymask.co.uk

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When stressed-out skin calls for a remedy, look for a product that infuses it with soothing botanical ingredients to restore calmness and softness. Freshness of the Morning (FOM) Firming Face Mask Cream can be used as a weekly treat and left on for 15 minutes before rinsing off, but can also be left on overnight.

Best for: Stressed, hormonal skin
Freshness of the Morning Firming Face Mask Cream, £36 from www.fomcosmetics.co.uk

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Breathe life into dull, tired skin with the Karin Herzog Essential Mask which contains 2% active oxygen, vitamin A and essential oils. Smooth this on as a night time treat twice a week to see radiance restored in no time. Rinse or wipe off after 10 minutes.

Best for: tired and lined skin
Karin Herzog Essential Mask, £52 from www.feelunique.com

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To improve your skin tone and texture, you need a mask that treats the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Masque Bar Brightening Sheet Mask contains ingredients such as Orange Extract, Licorice Root Extract and Vitamin C to give your complexion a helping hand. Wear the mask for 20-30 minutes before peeling off and massaging any excess ingredients into the skin.

Best for: Uneven skintones
Masque Bar Brightening Sheet Mask (3 sachets) £9.99 from www.boots.com

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Top tips to help you get the best results from your mask

• Read the list of ingredients in your mask and make sure they’re suitable for your particular skin type, otherwise you’ll defeat the object and could wind up with blotches or other problems.

● Most masks are designed to add an extra shot of complexion-enhancing goodies to your normal routine, but don’t overdo it and use more than stated on the packaging. Keep to the rules to get the best results.

● Ensure skin is super clean before applying your mask so that the ingredients can really get to work.

● You might want to invest in more than one mask depending on what you’re looking for. A super hydrating mask works well as a pampering treat for a relaxing weekend and a brightening mask can give skin a slight lift and tighten effect that may be perfect before making up for a big night out.

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