Face masks are a soothing part of many people’s skin care routine, and they can bring lots of benefits such as brightening, moisturizing, and absorbing oil. But for anyone suffering from acne, whether you’re dealing with regular pimples or occasional breakouts, it’s important to avoid irritation, which can worsen any skin condition. Acne-sufferers who want to give drugstore face masks a try just need to keep a few things in mind, according to Mona Gohara, MD, an associate clinical professor in the dermatology department at Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. “I would do a mask no more than once a week, and if the skin is inflamed with deep cysts, avoid altogether,” she says. Masks can help with whitehead and blackhead acne, says Dr. Gohara. “For this, try face masks containing clay or mud, which help absorb oils and detox the face a bit.” Everyone with acne-prone skin should avoid fruity, fragranced, or deeply exfoliating varieties, she adds, to keep irritation at bay. With this in mind, consider our list of the best drugstore face masks for acne-prone skin.
Vichy Double Glow Peeling Mask
Beauty Facial Extreme Clay Mint Healing Mask
Nugg FACE MASK Deep Cleansing Cucumber Extract and Jojoba Oil
See price on Target
The Creme Shop Resveratrol Sheet Face Mask
Available from Walgreens
Shea Moisture African Black Soap Clarifying Mud Mask
See price on Jet.com
Freeman Feeling Beautiful Facial Anti-Stress Mask, Dead Sea Minerals
Available from Walmart
