When I use face masks I want to feel them. I want an indication that they are working. I want to feel the burn, the pull, the sting… just any feeling that lets me know something is going on while I am sitting with smeared goo all up on my face. Over the years, I have experimented with many at-home facial treatments. Some have been duds while others are straight up magical. In case anyone else out there feels this way, I decided to make a list of the top face masks that felt like they were going to work on my skin. This post includes affiliate links. All opinions are my own.
My sister in the Indian Healing Clay mask. She loves it. LOL
Face Masks that You Can Feel Working
1.) Indian Healing Clay – Pulsating, pore-sucking, face-pulling awesomeness. This is powdered clay that you mix with either water or organic apple cider vinegar. For the full effect, use this mask outside of the shower. It needs to dry completely on your skin to feel the maximum benefits. The shower steam can interfere with the clay drying. It says right on the tub “World's most powerful facial” and I do believe them.
2.) Michael Todd Pumpkin Facial – Slight burning and stinging to let you know it's working. Nutrient-rich pumpkin along with Glycolic acid gives you that good burn. It rejuvenates and exfoliates while providing a nice dose of antioxidants to your skin. I notice an immediate brightness to my skin after using this.
3.) Radical Skincare Instant Revitalizing Mask – Gentle sensation that feels like tiny bubbles popping all over your face as it dries. Since its claim is to oxygenate and stimulate energy production in your skin, the light bubbly action is fitting. After using this mask, my skin feels fresher, cleaner, and tighter.
4.) The Original Mint Julep Masque – Obviously since it contains mint, it has a cooling effect. When you first put it on, it immediately feels cold. Then, as it sits and starts to dry you begin to feel a tight tingling sensation. The best part is when you wipe it off with a warm rag. Something about the cold and warm feelings mixing together feels exhilarating. Plus, your skin is left super smooth, so that's also awesome.
5.) Proactiv+ Skin Purifying Mask – This one doesn't have an exaggerated feeling while you're wearing it, but the feeling afterward is fabulous. Your skin feels crazy silky, and I swear I looked like I was glowing. Not like radioactive glowing, but like that pregnancy glow I hear people talk about but have NEVER experienced firsthand. A good glow. 🙂
So, there's my top 5 face masks that I feel the most action from while using. Do you have any to suggest?
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Ben says
I’m not a big fan of the way masks feel, but I still use them occasionally. I don’t like the way they feel, but I love the way they work.
Jen @ SavedbytheKale says
I love using face masks and I always love reading and find “new to me” ones to try out! One that I really like is Origins Charcoal Mask! I use it about once a week.
Jennifer says
Oooh, I hear great things about charcoal for the skin! Adding to my list of ones to try!
Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says
I am an exfoliation junkie, and for me a good exfoliation followed by a face mask and staying well hydrated is a great three punch way to keep the face looking younger from the inside out! Have you used Fango by Borghese? Definitely a Game Changing Masque/Mask!
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Jennifer says
No, I have not tried that one!! I will have to give it a whirl. I need to get better about exfoliating, too. You are so right about the three punch!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
They all sound great. I have only had one professional facial before and it was not relaxing at all! These all sound nice especially the pumpkin one!
Jennifer says
LOL Sometimes facials are brutal! Like when they do the extractions — that’s downright painful!
tammileetips says
I have never done a facial mask before!! I have always been nervous they would leave behind irritation on my face, I need to suck it up and try one. The ones you have listed sound great!
Jennifer says
You should probably try one for sensitive skin for your first! Definitely don’t go for the most intense right away!!
Eileen says
They all sound like great masks. I think I’d like to try the Original Mint Julep Masque, it sounds very refreshing!
michele d says
I’m about to apply a mask tonight actually. It’s something that I do from time to time. I always have great results afterwards. I wish that your picture was in color would of loved to see a before and after shot.
Thanks for your review. Going to look up this company.
Jennifer says
The picture is just a graphic. This is not a review of one mask… just a collection of my favorites. 🙂
Rashell Abril says
This reminds me to use my face mask now. Haha! I seriously forgot to use it due to the long holidays. Great reviews!
Heather says
I have not used a mask in hears, seems like whenever I do, acne comes almost immediately and I have a problem with acne scaring. I get that a face mask is supposed to draw out impurities in your skin. I get that. But for me, they create more facial scars…I’m just not a fan.
Courtney says
What a great list!!! I just started using Indian healing clay recently and omg!!! Its my new go to face mask. You can definitely feel it on you & it leaves my skin looking fabulous for days!
Rebecca Swenor says
This is a great post for sure along with a great list of products. I do feel the same way about using face masks. When I am using face masks I have to know they are working by how they feel on my face. I will have to try some of these indeed. Thanks for sharing.
Myrabev says
Though I like a good mask now and again I am really not much of a big fan, the proactiv+ one have tried and not sure about it but did do its job. But the ingredients are what let me down
Jennifer Pritchard says
Ya know I always enjoy putting face masks on and how my skin feels afterward, but I always forget to wear them. I love the feeling when it’s peeled off.
Chene Atkins- Whittington says
Oh I need to try some of these mask. Every since my surgery my face has been so crazy.
Lisa Rios says
I am not very much interested in face masks. You have given a great list of face masks. One of my cousin loves to do this. She prefer Mint Julep Masque. Will have to share this post with her. Thanks for sharing.
Danyelle says
This is a great list I definitely must try with my kids. Me, not so much.
Krystal says
Mint julep is a classic! I am loving black mud masks lately or ones with sugar scrub!
Yona Williams says
I’ve used the Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque, and yes, you could definitely feel it tightening on the skin. But, it felt sooo good. I also liked the scent of the product…it was a pleasure to use. I also like peeling pieces of it off before rinsing my face.
Gayle Watkins says
I haven’t used a face mask in years. I should try one again. Thanks for the suggestions.
Julie Wood says
I need to do one of these masks before Summer to get my face nice and smooth. I usually make homemade masks, but I am always trying out different beauty products!
Fee Roberts says
Great info! I’m going to try the Michael Todd Pumpkin Facial. Sounds delightful.
Juliana says
I really want to try the Mint Julep