This £10 Sheet Mask Is TikTok’s Latest Viral Beauty Sensation

TikTok, the video sharing app that took 2020 by storm, has become a daily go-to for mood-boosting entertainment as well practical and surprising life and beauty hacks. One scroll down your feed and you’ll be flooded with DIY interior tricks, myriad make-up trends and so many skincare staples (discover the best viral TikTok beauty trends here). On the subject of skincare, searches for ‘TikTok skincare’ upped an impressive 9100% last month alone with lots of us turning to ‘skinfluencers’ for top tips and tricks as well as news of the latest must-have product innovations.

TikTok’s latest viral beauty sensation? Dr.Jart+ Cryo Rubber Sheet Mask, £10. Hailed as an ‘at-home answer to cryotherapy’, the mint green and baby blue sheet masks have been doing the rounds on social media with the hashtag #CoolDownWithCryo racking up over 3.6 million views. Why the sudden obsession? Asides from their aesthetic appeal, these two-step treatments really deliver on results, cooling and soothing stressed out skin. (To shop the masks, keep on scrolling)

In terms of TikTok skincare hacks, while some are well-researched and backed by sound advice, others - enter SPF contouring - are darn right dangerous (for our edit of the most dangerous TikTok skincare hacks, click here). To filter out the best from the rest, we’ve spoken to two skincare experts for their honest opinion around which skincare hacks are actually worth their salt.

1. Double Cleansing Daily

Advocated by several skincare specialists, double cleansing has been ‘a thing’ for some-time. ‘It’s a key part of achieving that choc-choc skin,’ says celebrity facialist and skincare expert, Ada Ooi. What exactly is choc-choc skin I hear you ask? ‘It means well-moisturised skin that has a healthy, juicy and plumped-up glow.’ Ada’s advice is to start with an oil-based cleanser before applying something gel-based. ‘Double cleansing is a great way to remove all traces of make-up and in turn, ensure the products you apply after can work more effectively,’ adds Mimi Luzon, celebrity aesthetician.

2. Face Icing To Bolster Glow

‘This is a trend I’m definitely on board with,’ says Ada, ‘when the ice roller comes into contact with your skin, the stark coldness will boost microcirculation, flush out toxins and encourage collagen production.’ Mimi agrees. ‘While it’s important to note that the effects are temporary, icing is an excellent way to reduce puffiness, inflammation and water retention,’ she says, ‘and it creates an instant glow.’ Word of caution? ‘If you have sensitive skin, be careful as it can lead to further sensitivity,’ adds Mimi.

3. Hydrating Skin To Soften Fine lines

‘Anything which involves hydration gets a massive tick from me,’ says Ada. As our skin is made up of 65% water, hydration is the foundation to maintaining good skin health. When our skin is dehydrated, fine lines can appear more prominent. ‘Skin consists of natural hyaluronic acid which keeps it hydrated, healthy and fresh,’ explains Mimi, ‘so reach for products that contain hyaluronic acid.’ How does hyaluronic acid work? ‘It captures moisture from the air and retains it in the skin,’ says Mimi, ‘this increased hydration keeps collagen (connective tissue) moist and increases elasticity.’

4. DIY Face Masks

There are various DIY masks doing the rounds on TikTok, but one that makes a recurring appearance involves a mix of honey, turmeric and milk. ‘I really love a DIY mask and believe you can create some wonderful treatments with items from your pantry,’ says Mimi. ‘Honey is great as it's an anti-bacterial and turmeric is wonderful for softening skin and enhancing glow.’ With that said, Ada believes we need to be cautious when mixing ingredients – ‘you’d get much better results from a good quality face mask.’

Other DIY concoctions, like a coffee granule exfoliator, should be avoided as this will be too abrasive and harsh on the skin.

5. Gua Sha Facial Massage

Gua Sha is an ancient Chinese method uses a tool to boost circulation and improve lymphatic function. ‘Gua Sha is a huge part of my practice as a facialist and Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner,’ says Ada, ‘it has been proven to boost micro-circulation by up to 400% and is brilliant for depuffing, brightening and evening the complexion.’ If you want to give it a go, invest in the right tools and watch a tutorial from a trained practitioner.

Watch: How to relieve facial tension with a gua sha

6. Sheet Masks

If you don't fancy a DIY job, turn your attention to the latest sheet masks that have garnered quite the fanfare on TikTok. Enter: Dr.Jart+ Cryo Rubber Sheet Mask, £10. Not only do the algae-rich rubber masks cling onto skin for a comfortable feel, but they also soothe, calm and cool your complexion (thanks to the first step ampoule that's packed with skin-savvy ingredients). Choose between the Cryo Rubber Moisturising Mask, £10, or the Cryro Rubber Soothing Mask, £10.

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