Face masks Shu Qi, Son Ye-Jin and other celebs use for glowing skin

Son Ye-jin can give anyone a decade younger a run for their money, thanks to her multi-masking technique. For her T-zone, she used the Skin Inc Get Glowin Platinum Mask that contained floral extracts that brighten and reduce pigmentation. For her chin, Son used the Soothe-n-Purify Black Gold Mask to calm and detox with a combination of charcoal, gold and a whole slew of plant extracts. Both masks seem to be discontinued, but Skin Inc has a new product Get Glowin’ Brightening Mask available that can be used in place of the original Platinum Mask for brighter and clearer skin.

Jay B: The Solution’s Moisturising Face Mask 5pcs, $7.63, from Shopee

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Despite having “extremely dry skin,” Jay B credits having good genes which allow him to use skincare less frequently. His skincare routine consists of a foam cleaner, shaving, and last but not least, The Face Shop’s The Solution Moisturising Face Mask, a mask sheet that feels soft and weightless on skin. 

The South Korean singer and songwriter also mentions that he stores the mask in the fridge to get it cold before use.

Mediheal has solidified its status as a Korean skincare darling, boasting a dedicated fanbase that includes top celebrities like BTS members J-Hope and Suga, Aespa, and Hyun Bin. In fact, J-Hope and Suga famously showcased their love for the brand in a 2017 livestream, raving about the Mediheal Teatree Essential Mask.

This particular mask has become a cult favourite thanks to its powerful blend of tea tree leaf oil and pine needle extract.

 Not only does it deeply hydrate the skin, but it also works overtime to unclog pores and prevent acne breakouts. Countless users swear by its ability to deliver instant relief and rejuvenation, leaving skin feeling refreshed and revitalised.

In 2022, Krystal Jung revealed in an interview with HerWorld that one skincare step she does before appearing in front of the camera is to apply a moisturising mask — the AHC Premium Hydra Soother Mask, to be exact. 

“I’ve learnt that my skin has to be well-hydrated before I apply makeup, so I prepare my skin with both the Hydra Soothing Mask and the Essential Real Eye Cream for Face to nourish my skin and as a makeup primer too,” the Kpop star said.

If there’s something we can all learn from Korean idols and their beauty regimes, it is the fact that they’re obsessed with masking. 

Try out Song Hye Kyo’s favourite: the Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Creamy Mask. It has an innovative fabric-like texture that’s saturated with a creamy mask to infuse skin with the revitalising benefits of ginseng. Plus, its non-drip format means you don’t have to worry about any mess.

In an interview with Her World, the My Sassy Girl actress revealed that she really loves the AHC Premium Gold Foil Mask for its deeply nourishing capabilities. In fact, she often relies on the mask when she can’t deal with a full skincare routine. Its compact size also makes it easy to travel with. Find more beauty and wellness tips that the South Korean actress lives by.

In an Instagram post, the Hong Kong actress professed the rescue for her dry skin during the cold, winter months: slathering on a thick layer of the La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 akin to a sleeping mask before heading to bed. The balm contains reparative ingredients ranging from panthenol (vitamin B5) and madecassoside to glycerin and shea butter. Those with parched skin can give her method a shot.

Local thespian Fann Wong is another fan of making your moisturiser do double duty as a nighttime sleeping mask. Here, she uses the Haba Night Brightening Jelly that was formulated with a variety of brightening ingredients such as vitamin C derivatives, peony and rose extracts. The original Haba Night Brightening Jelly seems to be discontinued, but the Haba Night Recover Jelly can be used in its place. For those looking for a quick fix or who have no time to get a mask, try slathering on a thicker layer of moisturiser at night.

In a video on her YouTube channel where Park Min-young disclosed what was in her bag, she shared that she always carries a facial mask with her when she is filming. She would put it on right before makeup or if she has to wait a long time between takes to give her skin a pick-me-up. The Sooryehan Chunsam Radiant White Mask she used contains eight antioxidant-rich plant extracts to improve elasticity and radiance.

Grail Skin was founded by The Story of Yanxi Palace actor at the start of 2021 and the Do-It-All masks are one of two star products they currently offer. The mask is made with regenerated nano filament that fit better to the skin and contains ingredients including Japanese sea green caviar, Icelandic chamomile and copper tripeptide. Overall, the mask touts brightening and anti-ageing benefits.

Kim Lim revealed that she believes the use of face masks has always been “one of the most important things in anyone’s skincare routine”. Seen here with one of the products of her own beauty brand, Illumia Therapeutics, is the Age Repair Youth Mask

The Age Repair Youth Mask is a smoothing face mask that offers an array of skin benefits for a radiant complexion. One of the primary functions of this mask is to target and address wrinkles, improve skin elasticity, and provide deep hydration and skin restoration. 

According to Kim, using this mask will get you “baby glow skin in one application”. She even tells you how to use it — wait “at least 1 hour or till the mask sheet becomes clear”.

In a Vogue Beauty Secrets video, Tiffany showed her 18-step daytime beauty routine which included the Hanacure mask. It is a soothing gel mask that uses Octolift technology to tighten and lift while clarifying the skin. The rinse-off mask contains ingredients such as soothing beta-glucan, various peptides that lift and brighten as well as lotus flower, white peony and sophora root extracts.

If you didn’t know, Taiwanese star Ouyang Nana has her own YouTube channel too. In a video where she reposted a clip from her Xiaohongshu, a Chinese social media platform, she shared this A By Bom sheet mask. This mask has two parts - leave-shaped patches to target specific areas such as smile lines, wrinkles and under-eyes, and a sheet mask. Both contain extracts such as plant basil, cactus, lemon balm and aloe. The original A by Bom Ultra Cool Leaf Mask seems to be discontinued, with a newer A by Bom Ultra Serum Leaf Mask available in its place.

Don't let the black textured mask on Cecilia Cheung's face turn you off. If you didn't know, Xovē was actually started by fellow HK starlet Gigi Lai. This Recovery mask contains nutrient-rich white truffle and caviar extracts to promote cell renewal and improve skin elasticity and smoothness.

Jackson Wang is another K-pop star who has shared his nighttime skincare routine on Harper's Bazaar Go To Bed With Me series. His final step involves a sleeping mask from Dr. Jart. The balm-like mask contains ingredients such as centella asiatica (or tiger grass), moringa extract, houttuynia cordata, yarrow and chlorophyll to soothe sensitised skin and lock in moisture.

Chinese star Fan Bing Bing is known for her fervent love for face masks, reportedly going through over 700 masks in a year. A favourite that she depends on is from her own beauty brand, Fan Beauty. The star ingredient is the Japanese sea grape extract that promotes hydration together with a cocktail of B vitamins and hyaluronic acid.

Somi shared in a Harper's Bazaar Go To Bed With Me video that her hairstylist first recommended it to her and she has fallen for it since. The three-step mask contains an eye contour gel, cream and a sheet mask, each chock-full of ingredients that target wrinkles, fine lines, dull skin, pigmentation and dehydration. The sheet mask also has a cheerful bright egg-yolk yellow hue.

In a video on Jessica's YouTube channel where she clued us in on her skincare routine, she shared that she uses the Serein Hydrating Luxury Mask from her line Blanc & Eclare. The mask contains ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and adenosine and she added that it is both firming and hydrating. The mask is not available on the brand website at the moment though.