There’s no shortage of places to buy great skin care products, but in our humble opinion, the best face masks on Amazon truly can’t be beat. I've discovered so many great Korean sheets masks from the online retailer that normally can’t be found anywhere else. These affordable (mostly under $20!) picks are packed with dermatologist-backed ingredients and address a wide variety of skin concerns (brightening discoloration, strengthening the skin barrier, hydrating dry complexions, and more).
Our editors have been testing different brands for years, and if there’s only one product you add to your cart, make it the Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask, which we declared our best overall pick after it left our tester with such an “amazing, dewy glow” that she didn’t even need to apply foundation. Other standout options include clay masks and a lip mask beloved by Glamour editors.
The best face masks on Amazon, at a glance
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How we tested the best face masks on Amazon
We tested face masks over a series of months, choosing ones with dermatologist-recommended ingredients like collagen, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, peptides, ceramides, and more to firm, plump, and promote glowing skin. We tested various textures such as gel-like formulas, thick sheets, or gentle serums. The best ones were also affordable, and most fell around the $20 price point.
Best Overall: Biodance Bio Collagen Real Deep Mask
- Pros: Comes in a pack of four; great for travel
- Cons: Rips easily; a little sticky to apply
This moisturizing mask is favorite of Glamour editors because it’s under $20 and gives skin a glassy, plump finish thanks to a combination of collagen, niacinamide, and galactomyces ferment (a nutrient-dense byproduct of fermented sake). The cool thing about it is that it can be worn for a few hours or overnight for best results, and your skin will be nothing short of velvet soft and bouncy post-application. It made best overall on our list because it’s the most consistent of the bunch— every single time we’ve applied it, we’ve noticed a massive difference in our skin’s resilience and fine lines.
Testing notes: “I wore this on a five-hour flight to Mexico City—yes, I was that person on the plane—and it was the best thing I did,” says Glamour senior commerce editor Jenifer Calle. “It’s extremely hydrating, which is particularly helpful against the dry air from the airplane. Before landing I peeled off the (now clear) mask, and I was left with an amazing glow, which lasted way into the day. My face was so dewy that I didn’t even feel the need to apply foundation. Once I arrived, I put on blush and mascara, and went out to dinner. I was amazed at the glowy finish (my video doesn’t do it justice). I recommend packing a couple of these face masks for your next trip.”
Best K-Beauty: CosRx Advanced Snail Mucin Glass Glow Hydrogel Mask
- Pros: Gives immediate glowing effect
- Cons: Serum is very sticky and goopy, so skin takes a minute to dry after application
If you’re on the hunt for a Korean face mask to add to your arsenal, Amazon has a slew of those. This hydrogel mask is our favorite because it’s packed with skin-plumping ingredients including snail mucin, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides to address large pores, redness, and skin discoloration and dark spots. Not to mention it also decreases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles—making it a rejuvenating choice for aging skin.
Testing notes: Glamour’s Calle likes the value and hydrating ingredients. “It goes from opaque to clear in just a few hours and leaves me with a hydrated complexion, which is particularly great now that the temperature is dropping,”
“While I personally have yet to wear this mask on a flight, I like applying one for a few hours while I hit deadlines, then peeling it off to an impressive glass-skin glow. It’s one of the most hydrating face masks I’ve tried,” says Glamour contributor Sarah Wu.
Best Undereye Masks: Loops Hyper Eyes Dark Circles Masks
- Pros: Cooling, gel effect during application; revives dull skin
- Cons: Can be irritating on very dry skin
If you struggle with dark circles, redness, or inflammation in the undereye area, you’ll love these super-soothing hydrogel eye masks. They have a blend of alpha-arbutin, niacinamide, and tranexamic acid to boost skin and fade discoloration, fine lines, and more.
Testing notes: “These are a real treat after spending time out in the sun during the day, especially if your skin is hot or flushed. They cool the undereye area and stay put for as long as you want to keep them on. I also love that they gently exfoliate, too, making the area look brighter and more even-toned and textured,” says Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary.
Best Overnight Mask: Medicube Collagen Night Wrapping Mask
- Pros: Helps tighten skin; easy to wear overnight without it coming off
- Cons: Can be a little drying
This Korean face mask is by far our favorite overnight formulation on this list, because it’s really enjoyable to apply and satisfying to peel off. It contains collagen, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and more to help boost skin resilience and give you a glowing, fresh complexion by morning.
Testing notes: “This peel-off mask doesn’t feel tight like a clay mask, which is refreshing. It was very satisfying to have what looks like literal glass skin, and then peel to reveal a supersoft complexion. I recommend using the Medicube applicator because the product is very gooey (not sticky, though), so it helps spread the product evenly,” says Glamour’s Calle.
Best for Mature Skin: 111Skin Y Theorem Bio Cellulose Facial Mask
- Pros: Improves skin elasticity; easy to wear; doesn’t slip off
- Cons: Fragrance might be irritating to some skin types
If you want to splurge on a brightening skin care mask that will make you feel as though you’re at the spa, look to this collagen pick (which also makes a great gift for your mom, as an FYI). It features centella asiatica, licorice root, and horse chestnut extract, making it ideal for mature skin types looking to address concerns like crepiness and melasma.
Testing notes: “The 111Skin mask made my skin feel noticeably plumper and firmer immediately after peeling it off, and I also noticed a healthy gleam and a rosy glow on my cheeks. The smaller fine lines were a little less defined. Like the brand claims, the slippery and luscious-feeling bio-cellulose mask clung to my skin immediately, and it was pretty easy to slip on. After the 20-minute treatment, there was extra serum left in the packaging for me to apply on my face and let soak in, after which I continued my skin care routine. I will definitely be using this again as a luxe and relaxing treat, since my skin seemed to drink it right up. And it is a bit pricey, but there are five masks in the box, which makes the cost per use a little less of a sticker shock,” says Glamour copy manager Charlotte Twine.
Best Clay Mask: Tatcha The Clarifying Clay Mask
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- Pros: Decongests skin; suitable for those looking to improve skin texture and oiliness; mattifies; makes for a great blackhead mask
- Cons: Warming sensation can be a bit irritating to sensitive skin types; expensive
If you’re looking to add a clay mask to your routine, we highly recommend this Japanese skin care pick from Tatcha that will act as a detox for your face. It’s great for sucking out excess oil and sebum, and will leave oily skin types smoother and clearer, with minimized pores.
Testing notes: “Tatcha’s clay mask is the best detoxifying mask I’ve tried (I love Innisfree’s, too, but was really impressed with Tatcha’s). I applied it to damp skin with its included spoon. Its texture is thick, creamy, and slightly sandy, and it has a soft gray-green color that eventually warms as you use it. I wore it for about five minutes before washing it off with warm water. Its crucial ingredient is Okinawan kucha clay (I’m actually Okinawan, so this was exciting to read), and though I can’t actually speak to its benefits, I can tell you that after use, my skin looked noticeably tighter and brighter with less congestion and oil. I met a friend after using it and the first thing she said was, ‘Your skin looks really good! Did you do something?’ I love this mask so much. What I don’t like? Its price tag (sigh). But man, is it good,” says Glamour commerce editor Malia Griggs.
Best Collagen Mask: Sungboon Editor Deep Collagen Power Boosting Mask
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- Pros: Great value with 17 sheets for under $20
- Cons: Rips easily, so be careful when pulling it out of the package
A pore-minimizing collagen mask is an excellent addition to any antiaging skin care routine, and this one is a must-try. Its blend of collagen and peptides thoroughly plumps skin and leaves it looking bouncy, resilient, and firm, blurring fine lines and wrinkles.
Testing notes: “I tried this mask the night before a wedding (after cleanser and toner), and my makeup has never glided on easier,” says Glamour’s Kilkeary. “It takes about three to four hours to work, or you can leave it on overnight, and after a certain amount of time, it becomes completely transparent. It left behind a nice glossy serum on my skin that I massaged in post-application, and it made my complexion velvety soft. I’d save this one for special occasions or on days before you want a stellar, crease-free makeup look.”
Best Lip Mask: Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
- Pros: Coats lips in a glossy, thick, and very hydrating formula; smells amazing
- Cons: Can be a little goopy and heavy if overapplied
Lip masks are a must, especially during the changing seasons. This luscious pick is a favorite of Glamour editors (just read our glowing review of it), and for good reason: it seriously hydrates parched lips like no other product we’ve tried, thanks to murmuru seed, shea butter, and a berry fruit complex that keeps lips slick and soft for hours. It also packs in dermatologist-loved vitamin C, which is a potent antioxidant that can help with dullness in the lip area.
Testing notes: “Despite being thick, this nourishing balm isn’t tacky at all and immediately soothes my chapped lips. It wears off slowly as you sleep through the night. I always wake up with a hydrated pout even when I have the AC in my bedroom blasting. It has such a nice shine that I also apply it during the day with some lip liner,” says Glamour’s Calle.
Frequently asked questions
Can you buy face masks on Amazon?
In short, yes, but it’s best to double-check the seller to ensure that you’re getting a product from a verified brand.
Do face masks work?
According to the dermatologists we spoke with, face masks do work, but it’s important to think of them as a temporary boost to your skin. It also depends on what ingredients are in them. “Collagen, for example, when used topically is to moisturize the skin, and when combined with other ingredients (like hyaluronic acid and ceramides), it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles to give the appearance of more youthful skin,” says Howard Sobel, MD, a cosmetic dermatologic surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital in NYC. Undereye patches, for example, also work, but you should limit your long-term expectations. “They hydrate, smooth, and brighten, so they are perfect before an event, a night out, or even just when you wake up looking tired,” says Hope Mitchell, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at Mitchell Dermatology in Ohio.
Meet the experts
- Howard Sobel, MD, cosmetic dermatologic surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital in NYC
- Hope Mitchell, MD, board-certified dermatologist at Mitchell Dermatology in Perrysburg and Fremont, Ohio
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