What’s Hot: Overnight Masks

The latest trend in skincare that can be just as confusing as the whole BB, CC, DD thing? Overnight Masks. They are super trendy right now… but even this writer was confused for a while. For years, we’ve been taught that a mask is a skincare treatment that you apply perhaps once to twice a week, let it sit on the skin for 15-20 minutes to work its magic, then you rinse it off.

Well, not so much anymore.

Even some masks that don’t say “Overnight” on the label are designed to stay on the skin— so read the directions closely. Unless it comes in a sheet-mask form or looks like clay, you just never know these days anymore.

Think of overnight masks as super-charged moisturizers instead of a traditional 20-minute mask. They usually contain high concentrations of active ingredients to help deliver a little extra care and hydration, while creating an invisible barrier on the skin to help seal it all in overnight (don’t worry though, they do sink into the skin and don’t leave residue marks on your pillow).

So even though it might be confusing— and I’m still not 100% convinced I would consider these treatments to be a “mask”— what I am sure of is that I love ‘em. Especially come winter and holiday party season, these overnight masks are sure to help replenish and revitalize for some much-needed beauty sleep.

I’ve rounded up 15 fabulous formulas to check out when deciding which one to try. Whether you’re looking for deep-down hydration, anti-aging benefits or even to reduce dark spots or hide a hangover— there’s an overnight mask here for you.

Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask, $29

Quench your skin’s thirst with this ultra-hydrating treatment. Plus- it doubles as a shaving gel or body moisturizer in a pinch. Available at Sephora.

Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask, $39

One of the first overnight masks to hit the market, this oil-free gel plumps up skin by penetrating deep down to replenish lost moisture. When you’re feeling parched, this is the one to try! Available at Sephora.

L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Intensive Overnight Mask, $38

This mass-market alternative stands up to the big boys by hydrating deep down and working to improve skin elasticity which hydrating skin deep down over night. Available at drugstores and online at well.ca.

Korres Greek Yoghurt Advanced Nourishing Sleeping Facial, $59

Greek yogurt has been used as a skin-soothing remedy for centuries (Editor’s Note: Whenever I get a sunburn, I always reach for a tub of plain Greek yogurt to heal my skin!) and this overnight sleeping “facial” uses the concentrated protein to help improve skin texture and hydration levels overnight. Available at Sephora.

La Mer Intensive Revitalizing Mask, $180

Containing the signature Miracle Broth, this luxurious mask helps to neutralize free radicals and protect the skin from signs of fatigue, stress and pollution. Available at Holt Renfrew and online at cremedelamer.com.

Dr. Jart Premium Firming Sleeping Mask, $48

This quick-absorbing gel improves cell turnover and improves detoxification to fight signs of aging overnight. Now that’s what we call beauty sleep! Available at Sephora.

NARS Aqua Gel Luminous Mask, $45

For dull, dry skin, this super-hydrating mask is a must. It contains NARS’ exclusive Light Reflecting Complex (as per the Light Reflecting Powders we love so much) to help brighten the complexion while hydrating deep down to plump skin up. Available at Sephora.

Lancôme Énergie de Vie Nuit Overnight Recovery Mask, $78

For all-over radiance, this luxurious balm reduces signs of fatigue and brightens skin with wild yam root extract (for hydration), rhodiola root extract (for antioxidants) and gentian root extract (to de-stress skin). Available at Sephora.

Peter Thomas Roth Camu Camu Power C x 30 Vitamin C Brightening Sleeping Mask, $68

Formulated with camu camu berry, a potent superfruit with 30x more Vitamin C than an orange, to brighten the complexion. Available at Sephora.

Boscia Tsubaki Deep Hydration Sleeping Mask, $42

This formula contains a lightweight blend of tsubaki oil, Japanese sea kelp and rice bran oil to hydrate, smooth and protect skin for a youthful, firm look. Available at Sephora.

Givenchy Hydra Sparkling Night Recovery Moisturizing Mask & Cream, $64

Staying up late? Make sure to apply this brightening overnight mask before you hit the pillow- the non-greasy formula helps you to wake up with lively, bright skin (even after a late night). Available at Sephora.

AmorePacific Moisture Bound Sleeping Recovery Mask, $72

For skin that is freaking out- this overnight mask offers a true beauty sleep. Rejuvenate skin with a blend of Asian botanicals that deliver hydration and help improve the skin’s natural protective barrier. Available at Sephora.

Fresh Peony Brightening Night Treatment Mask, $76

Fight dark spots around the lock with this brightening mask. Formulated with peony, liquorice root extracts and Vitamin C to reduce and prevent dark spots. Available at Sephora.

First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Overnight Mask, $47

This rich gel-cream leaves your skin super hydrated, brighter and smoother after just one use. Available at Sephora.

Koh Gen Do Oriental Plants Night Moisture Mask, $108

This anti-aging treatment gel is enriched with algae extracts and botanical extracts to promote skin elasticity, hydration and the skin’s natural protective mechanisms. Available at Sephora.