Self-care is not an indulgence, mama – it’s an investment – and boy – are you worth it.
Seriously, us mums are not great at making time for ourselves, but let’s all try to make 2019 the year of self-care, no? Once a week – we can do it – block off a little space in our hectic schedules (preferably after the kids are in bed!) and treat yourself to some long overdue TLC.
Bonus? Not only will it benefit your skin, it might even make you a better parent and partner too!
Our favourite way to indulge these days? Sheet masks. Yup, we are as hooked as the rest of the world on these Korean skincare favourites, and not only that, we have road-tested a whole lot of them to be able to give your our favourite budget ones – that will all deliver great results – without breaking the bank.
1. Starskin Silkmud Pink French Clay Purifying Liftaway Mud Face Sheet Mask
This mask is the perfect winter detox – and what we all need right now to combat all the damage done to our faces from the cold weather outside and the central heating inside. The clay will help to remove the dead skin cells that are sat on the surface of the skin, while Licorice Root will boost the production of melanin in the skin for a brighter finish.
Starskin Silkmud Pink French Clay Purifying Liftaway Mud Face Sheet Mask, €9.95, Arnotts
2. FACEINC by nails inc. Cat Nap Brightening Sheet Mask
This face mask is designed to revitalise the complexion – and who doesn’t need that? Infused with a skin-loving blend of green tea and botanical root extracts, this mask delivers hydration to meet the needs of dry skin, and will leave your face feeling fresh and nourished.
Oh, and the cute cat face is just an added bonus!
FACEINC by nails inc. Cat Nap Brightening Sheet Mask, €5.95, Lookfantastic.com
3. GLAMGLOW ‘Bubblesheet’ Oxygenating Deep Cleanse Mask
Use this once a week, or at times when you feel like your skin could really do with a deep cleanse. When you apply it, the oxygenating micro-bubbles will start to form within 60 seconds – wait for the tickling sensation! Leave on for approximately 3 minutes, and you won’t believe how fresh and clear your face will feel.
GLAMGLOW ‘Bubblesheet’ Oxygenating Deep Cleanse Mask, €8, Debenhams
4. Seoulista Beauty Super Hydration Instant Facial
This coconut gel-like mask is infused with hyaluronic acid to provide intense hydration (which, you know, we all need desperately), and after just 20 minutes, your skin will feel moisturised and plumped, revealing a more radiant and youthful-looking complexion.
Seoulista Beauty Super Hydration Instant Facial,€8.95, Dunnes Stores, Penneys and Meagher’s Pharmacy
5. Origins – Flower Fusion Hydrating Raspberry’ Sheet Mask
I am a big fan or Origins and their lovely botanical products, and this mask is no different. The Flower Fusion Hydrating Raspberry Sheet Mask will provide an instant boost of rose-like radiance and dewy moisture, and leave your skin feeling mega-fresh and soft to touch.
Origins – Flower Fusion Hydrating Raspberry’ Sheet Mask, €6, Debenhams
6. FACEINC by nails inc. 40 Winks Anti-Ageing Sheet Mask
Because when you can’t get forty bloody winks in real life, well then what’s better than applying a mask that promises to make you look like you actually did get some shuteye? The 40 Winks Anti-Ageing Sheet Mask is ideal for skin in need of a youthful lift. Fortified with Collagen and Multivitamins, the face mask visibly plumps skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
FACEINC by nails inc. 40 Winks Anti-Ageing Sheet Mask, €5,95, Lookfantastic.com
7. Garnier Moisture Bomb Green Tea Hydrating Face Sheet Mask
If you have got combination skin, I cannot recommend this mask enough. Specially formulated with Green Tea Extract, Hyaluronic Acid and Hydrating Glycerin, this innovative sheet mask will rebalance your skin. Even better? With regular use, the nourishing ingredients help to control shine on the T-zone, and reduce the appearance of pores.
Garnier Moisture Bomb Green Tea Hydrating Face Sheet Mask, €2.66, Boots
(Feature image via Emilycanham.co.uk)
