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If you grapple with oily skin on the reg, adding a satiating face pack to your skincare mix is integral. Whipped to perfection, this cream-like formulation deep cleanses the pores and curbs sebum production while granting the skin a healthy glow. Often the perfect alternative to a salon treatment, a face pack also plays a pivotal role in perking up your appearance! That’s right – albeit it only sits on the face for anywhere between 15 to 20 minutes. A potent face pack percolates deep into the dermis to remove any traces of dullness, leaving the skin refreshed and rejuvenated.
If you have exceptionally greasy skin, here are the 10 best face packs for your consideration. Gentle like the natural brews that still reign supreme in many Indian households, these formulations contain humble yet efficacious kitchen/botanical ingredients. But before you whip out this jar of creamy perfection, here are some pointers you should bear in mind when buying a face mask.
Things To Consider Before Buying
1. Type:
Considering your skin type is key when picking a face mask. Water-based gel masks are ideal for people with oily skin, and they should avoid creamy ones that have oils and emollients. Gel masks can also soothe sun-damaged skin. Clay masks are also a good choice as they tighten the pores and remove excess oil. Sheet masks are great if you want a quick boost of hydration.
2. Ingredients:
The ingredients list will give you the best look at what a face mask can accomplish. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid that are hydrating will be best for people with oily skin, while people with pigmentation concerns can try brightening ingredients like Vitamin C. If you also have sensitive skin, avoid face masks with fragrances.
3. Time:
While some masks need to be left on for 3-5 minutes and basically act like moisturisers, some others require you to prep your skin with cleansers or scrubs and then leave it on for a while. It is best to consider how long you will have to apply masks and make your decision based on your preferences.
4. Check for allergens:
Like most skincare products, masks have a combination of oils and active ingredients for the ultimate benefits. It is important to check all these ingredients and ensure they don’t contain allergens. It is also recommended to do a patch test before a new product.
How To Apply Face Pack
1. Cleanse Your Skin Meticulously: Before you slather the pack onto your skin, make sure it’s squeaky clean – devoid of dust, grime, or pollution. Applying the face pack to unclean skin can lead to bacterial growth and negate all your efforts to combat acne.
2. Use a Soft Towel to Dry Your Face: Once your face is clean, use a soft towel to pat your skin dry. Remember not to be vigorous or harsh during this process, as it may prove abrasive to your skin.
3. Even Application of Face Pack: Now that your face is dry, take a spatula and apply a thin, even layer of the face pack. Avoid areas under the eyes, lips, and nose to prevent episodes of inflammation. Leave the face pack on for 15–20 minutes. Leaving the formulation on for prolonged periods may lead to dryness, flakiness, or uncomfy tightness.
4. Rinse Gently: Use lukewarm water to rinse the pack off. Ensure that once you are through, there is no trace of product left on the face.
Benefits Of Face Mask For Oily Skin
Face masks tighten the pores, which reduces oil production in the sebaceous glands and improves the appearance of your skin. They also reduce the signs of ageing and are known to revitalise sun-damaged and dull skin with their soothing effects. Along with the deep cleansing effects, face masks are also calming and a must-have for self-care days. So, let’s dive in and explore the 10 best masks you can buy.
10 Best Face Packs On Nykaa
Here's a round-up of the 10 best face packs for oily skin on Nykaa. As discussed earlier, these formulations are crafted to purge the pores and curb overactive sebum production, granting the skin a cleaner, brighter complexion. Keep scrolling!
P.S. The terms face pack and face mask are used interchangeably.
1. Mamaearth Multani Mitti Face Pack
The MVP of this exemplary blend is multani mitti – a natural cleanser that cuts excess oil from the pores and prevents bouts of painful acne. One of the best-sellers from Mamaearth, the brew also features aloe vera that helps alleviate episodes of inflammation while parting the skin with a cooling effect. What we love is the instant and mammoth boost of hydration this face pack offers, thanks to the presence of Bulgarian rose in the whip! Use this face pack on the eve of an event or occasion to look your best.
2. MCaffeine D-Tan Removal Coffee Clay Face Mask
This exquisitely creamy pack from MCaffeine’s Naked And Raw works like magic on oily skin. The clay face pack dislodges the excess oil and impurities from the skin (hence preventing acne) while improving blood circulation. This clinically tested pack is also infused with shea butter, which ensures a big lock on the moisture content of the skin, keeping it supple and smooth.
3. Dot & Key Cica Calming Rapid Relief Face Mask
One of the best face packs from Dot & Key, this blend provides rapid relief to acne-affected skin. The formulation carries green tea that inhibits the growth of acne-causing bacteria and controls excess sebum production. Also in the whip is cica, which helps alleviate the episodes of inflammation, often accompanied by an outbreak. Use this vegan, SLS-free mask from Nykaa, twice a week to say hello to smooth, gorgeous skin!
4. Dr. Sheth's Multani Mitti & Mandelic Acid Face Mask
Need a pick-me-up for an instant glow? Turn to the Multani Mitti And Mandelic Acid Face Mask by Dr Sheth’s. The gentle yet meticulous formula exfoliates the dermis, breaks acne, and replenishes the skin’s water content. Additionally, the pack features aloe vera, which leaves a cooling effect on the dermis upon application.
5. Nature’s Essence De-Pigmentation Papaya Face Pack
You can bag the Nature's Essence De-Pigmentation Papaya Face Pack at only INR 75! Talk about a steal deal. The effective concoct is the ideal remedy for textured skinned –doing away with acne scars, blotches and discolouration.
6. Lotus Herbals Tea Tree Clarifying Face Pack
This Lotus Herbals Tea Tree Clarifying Face Pack is a featherlight concoction that glides on the skin like a dream and contains green tea! Green tea, (for the unversed) is a powerful pimple-fighting agent, which dwindles the appearance of pores, cuts grime, and even excess oil from the skin. The result? Beautiful, mattified skin sans the tan. A must-have for the festivities, use this infallible formulation to enhance your skin in 15 minutes.
7. Aqualogica Glow+ Gelato Face Pack with Papaya & Vitamin C
This clay-based face mask exfoliates the skin gently and deeply cleanses, leaving behind glowing skin. The hydrating formula locks moisture and stimulates aquaporin channels for hydrated, dewy, and plump skin. The blend of Papaya, hyaluronic acid, and Vitamin C also go a long way in brightening your skin and hydrating it from within.
8. O3+ BRIGHT & WHITE MASK
If you struggle with dullness and pigmentation or tend to stay out and end up with a tan often, you must try the O3+ Bright & White Mask which has a concentrated blend of liquorice and pea extract for a luminous glow. The formulation also features hyaluronic acid and ceramides that hydrate and energise the skin.
9. Nykaa Clay It Cool Oil Control Clay Mask With Salicylic Acid & Willow Bark Extract
This oil-control clay mask clears clogged pores and deeply cleanses the pores for supple and rejuvenated skin. The salicylic acid and willow bark extract gently exfoliate the skin, removing dead cells and impurities for a silky smooth feel.
10. The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque
The Ordinary clarifying face masque targets blemish-prone skin and reduces textural irregularities. The combination of salicylic acid and charcoal is a dream pairing for oily skin as the former removes excess oils and dead skin cells, while the latter absorbs pore-clogging impurities.
FAQs
1. Can you use face packs daily?
Too much of a good thing can turn bad! Using face masks every day can lead to dryness and it may also cause irritation. It is ideal to use them 2-3 times a week.
2. Which face pack is best for skin brightening?
Detanning packs and masks with Vitamin C will help you achieve a from-within glow. We recommend the O3+ D-TAN Packthat nourishes and lightens the skin. The Khadi Natural Rose & Orange Face Pack is also great for oily skin as it gives a healthy glow while treating acne.
3. Which is better – face packs or scrubs?
Face scrubs exfoliate and take away dead skin, while packs provide hydration and moisture. They perform different functions and you can consider using them one after the other. However, many face packs have exfoliating ingredients like salicylic acid and give your skin a smooth feel without the abrasive texture of some scrubs.
4. Difference between face masks, face packs, and sheets
Face masks and packs are usually used interchangeably and often refer to creamy bottled formulas that have a thick texture and tighten the pores. Face mask sheets, on the other hand, are made with fine fibres or cloth that are pre-cut according to the contours of your face and drenched in serums and oils for a quick boost of hydration.
