Everything You Need to Know About Overnight Face Masks

Whether it's a sheet masks or overnight pick, a soothing face mask can work wonders on thirsty skin — and it’s a great excuse for taking some time for self-care to relax and reset. The Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab has a history of testing innovative face masks including sheet masks and overnight masks.

In our tests, face masks are evaluated both by scientists in the Lab using technical instruments like the Corneometer, which measures skin moisture levels, and on consumer testers around the country. Testers evaluate the masks on their ease of use (such as application, scent, and texture) and effects on the complexion, including look and feel of skin after use. In the Lab's overnight face masks test, scientists recorded 696 hydration measurements with the Corneometer device and we found that some were even more hydrating than past night cream winners.

Get fast relief for a parched complexion with the best hydrating face masks for dry skin, according to GH Beauty Lab testing and experts, including finds for firming mature skin, calming sensitive skin, and smoothing out acne- and blackhead-prone skin. Thanks to testing paired with expert and beauty editor input, we found the best masks for dry skin on the market: