What's better than a face mask? Two face masks! We all know masking offers a dash of nutrition and a ton of benefits, but did you know you can double the fun? With the application of one mask after the other – or even one on top of the other – you can pamper your skin with a second serving of good active ingredients. The trick to successful double masking is to pair masks that work well together.
Ready to go? Here are seven pairs of moisturizing masks that work wonderfully together.
Double masking in layers
1. Rose hip and corn peeling mask + lime stimulating mask
The first type of double masking is to apply a mask in layers on top of each other. This technique works wonders if you like both the rose hip and corn peeling mask and the calcifying mask. Our rose hip and corn peeling mask contains large amounts of vitamin C to brighten the appearance of the skin, as well as cornmeal that is gentle exfoliating. This mild scrub removes deposits on the surface of the skin, so you can be excited about improving the appearance of your skin structure. The lime-stimulating mask revitalizes the skin, so you may experience a very mild glow.
To apply this dynamic duo, layer a mask on top of each other before washing off. Start with the rose hip and corn peeling mask and apply a small amount all over your face, followed by the lime-stimulating mask right over it. After waiting 5 to 10 minutes for the masks to dry, scrub them in a circular motion with a lukewarm washcloth, then rinse off any remaining formula.
2. Turmeric energizing treatment + Citrus & Kale Potent C + E Masque
Another outstanding facial care combination is the turmeric energy treatment, which is covered with the Citrus & Kale Potent C + E mask. The turmeric energy treatment consists of turmeric, citrine gemstones and zeolite and offers a warm exfoliation with the aim of revealing silky, radiant skin. Turmeric is an antioxidant known to visibly lighten the appearance of the skin and reduce the appearance of puffiness. The inclusion of citrine gemstones helps energize and recharge the skin, while zeolite invigorates the skin's appearance.
Citrus & Kale Potent C + E Masque brightens the appearance of the skin. In particular, it contains the powerful ingredient vitamin C, which provides a more radiant complexion, evens out skin tone and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Are you ready for a spicy experience that will leave your skin looking radiant? Apply a small ball of the turmeric energy treatment powder to the outer cap and stir in a few drops of water until your mask has a fluffy texture. Apply a thin layer all over the face. Next, apply a small amount of the Citrus & Kale Potent C + E Masque on top. The turmeric energy treatment takes a little longer to use than most of our other masks. So leave both masks on for about 30 minutes. Then you can remove them with a washcloth or rinse them off.
3. Raspberry pore refinement mask + acai mask with firm skin
Don't we all just want a smooth, firm looking complexion? Try applying the Raspberry Pore Refining Masque followed by the Firm Skin Acai Masque to minimize and refine the look of the pores. This combination also fills and hydrates the appearance of the skin with formulas that minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Both masks have similar ingredients and benefits – the Raspberry Pore Refining Masque contains raspberries, blueberries and blackberries, while our Acai Masque with firm skin contains the same blend of berries as well as the exotic acai berry. Raspberry is an antioxidant known to firm the appearance of pores. Blackberry, blueberry, and acai berry contain vitamin C, which evens out skin tone.
To use, emulsify a small amount of both masks in your hand. Add a few drops of water. Apply evenly to the entire face. Let the masks dry for 5-10 minutes, then remove or rinse them off with a washcloth.
(You can find more masks in combination in our Mixology Monday segments on YouTube.)
Double masking one after the other
4. Probiotic Clear Skin Mask + Strawberry Rhubarb Mask
Another unique type of double masking is to experience the products one at a time. Apply the first mask, wait, rinse, and then apply the second mask. With this application technique, the dynamic duo of our probiotic mask with clear skin and the rhubarb mask with strawberries combine one of our most effective pairings. Starting with the Probiotic Clear Skin Mask, start your masking routine with beneficial bacteria that are not only good for your gut health, but also helpful for healthy, clear skin. In addition to good bacteria, the Clear Skin Probiotic Masque contains cooling cucumbers that even out your skin tone. It also contains yogurt, a source of lactic acid. As the second product in this problematic skin care duo, the Strawberry Rhubarb Masque offers an additional gentle exfoliant that brightens the appearance of your skin and minimizes the appearance of pores.
How Eminence Organics Product Support Representative Kaitlyn Barnett recommends: "First apply the probiotic mask for clear skin to enjoy the full effect of the cooling sensation, followed by the strawberry-rhubarb mask."
Emulsify a small amount of Clear Skin Probiotic Mask in your hand with a few drops of water. Apply evenly to the entire face. Let the masks dry for 5-10 minutes, then rinse them gently. Next, apply the strawberry and rhubarb mask and follow exactly the same steps.
5. Eight green phyto mask – arnica mask with hot and calm skin
The missing ingredient in your skin care regimen may just be hot peppers! You can find it in the award-winning Eight Greens Phyto Masque – Hot, a mask that gives your skin a unique tingling sensation and creates a temporary reddening before it turns into a rosy glow. This is why this mask goes so well with the calming feeling of the arnica mask for calm skin.
The arnica mask for calm skin not only minimizes redness. It also includes ours BioComplex Formulation: A booster of Antioxidants, Coenzyme Q10 and Alpha Lipoic Acid to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve the appearance of the skin.
Apply a thin layer of Eight Greens Phyto Masque – Hot to your face first and let it sit for 5-10 minutes before washing off. Please note that your skin will feel warm to the touch after application, so your face may appear red for about an hour.
Then apply a thin layer of Calm Skin Arnica Masque to a clean face and leave it on for 5-10 minutes before washing it off as well. This should reduce the appearance of excessive redness and ensure that your complexion appears toned and balanced.
6. Eight Green Phyto Mask – Hot + Citrus & Kale Potent C + E Mask
Consider using the Eight Greens Phyto Masque – Hot followed immediately by the Citrus & Kale Potent C + E Masque. The Citrus & Kale Potent C + E mask contains an effective vitamin C formula that improves the appearance of the skin's elasticity and moisture. You will also notice an improvement in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Apply a small amount of Eight Greens Phyto Masque – Hot to your face and wait 5-10 before rinsing. Then follow the same steps with the Citrus & Kale Potent C + E mask for the best results.
Double masking in combination
7. Bamboo time corrective mask + strawberry rhubarb mask
The Bamboo Age Corrective Masque and the Strawberry Rhubarb Masque are a pairing that should be applied by mixing. If you want your skin to appear firm and toned, this skincare blend is for you. The Bamboo Age Corrective Masque contains a Natural retinol alternative This tightens the look of your skin as the strawberry and rhubarb mask exfoliates for a more radiant complexion.
Now that you've discovered this type of mask cocktail, are you going to give it a try? Let us know if the comments are below or on social media. Check out our face masks section to find the skin care products that best suit your needs, or visit your nearest Eminence Organics Spa partner to find out more.
This post was originally published in March 2015 and has been updated for accuracy and completeness.