If you have even the slightest knack for modern day skincare, we’re willing to bet you’re no stranger to the world of beauty masks. At this point, there are a number of options targeted at any skin concern under the sun. Then there’s eye masks, which we’ve all come to find to be lifesavers after a long flight. For even some of the biggest self-proclaimed skincare aficionados, the curtains close here. But hear us out – lip masks. We know, it sounds excessive initially. But if you’ve spent years trying to achieve smooth, hydrated lips with balms and chapsticks, to no avail, then it may be time to upgrade your lip care.
While sifting through masks in other areas of skincare can feel like entering another realm altogether, lip masks are significantly less daunting. You know how deep conditioner feels like you favorite standard hair conditioner on steroids? Lip masks are like that, but supercharged versions of, say, your favorite lip balm instead. Most times, they come with formulas that are meant to be worn overnight. The idea is you may go to sleep with drier than desired lips, but you’ll wake up with a radiant, plump, visibly moisturized pout. You’ll even come across a few products whose powers seem to kick in instantly, and you’ll find your lips feeling rejuvenated before you even hit the bed.
We can all use a little extra hydration in our lives, and where skincare is considered, our lips oftentimes end up an afterthought. Try adding one of the lip masks below to your skincare routine and we doubt you’ll look back.
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KLAVUU Nourishing Care Lip Sleeping Pack
Think of this lip mask as the dessert of skincare at the end of a long day (indeed, it does come with a hint of a vanilla flavor), but the real treat is the almond, avocado and apricot that leaves you skin feeling more supple than ever.
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KNC Beauty Kiss My Lips All Natural Collagen-Infused Lip Mask
The KNC Beauty brand forgoes harsh chemicals in favor of natural ingredients, and its lip masks are no different. In just twenty minutes, these leave you with lips that are hydrated, plumped and smooth.
That this overnight lip treatment makes it onto Sephora’s “clean” list is your first green flag. Couple that with the fact that is not only hydrates your lips throughout the night, but exfoliates them as well, and you probably see why this is a fan favorite.
This jelly lip mask is packed with squalene – the ingredient of all ingredients when it comes to hydration. Plus, the brand includes a small metal applicator that suddenly makes your at-home routine feel super luxe.
The only words that come to mind when you hear the words “shea butter” and “coconut oil” used together are “ultra soft,” and that tells you everything you need to know about Ulta’s very own lip mask.
Loops’ sheet-like lip mask hasn’t gone viral on Instagram without reason. Available in packs of five, you’ll only need to perform this step of your skincare routine once a week, and with ingredients like aloe vera and jojaba extract on the lineup, you can expect impressive results.
This mixture of Vitamin C and coconut oil is no joke. Swipe this on before bed and your lips are noticeably softer by the time you’re under the covers.