Face masks have undoubtedly grown as a skincare category over the last year. But I think it's always worth stopping to ponder the necessity of any product handed down to us in beauty folklore.

Now growing up, a face mask was a rite of passage into womanhood, along with Aapri Scrub and the Clinique 3-step routine. Not necessarily a good thing you might think. I have memories of messy kaolin-based masks I had high hopes would solve my breakouts and an oily t-zone.

But the reasons I reach for a mask these days have changed considerably.

Here’s the 6 scenarios in which I find a mask helpful.

0:00 - Introduction
01:31 - You've Overdone Your Actives
01:58 - You're Tired
02:44 - You're Jet Lagged
03:20 - You've Been Wearing A Face Mask
04:21 - You Have Sensitive Skin
04:51 - Self Care

As always thank you so much for watching and for all your support!

Disclaimer: The content seen in this video is provided only for medical educational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek professional help individually if you suffer from any dermatological condition. Due to the volume of patients seen in the clinic, and to the unique nature of skin, Dr Bunting is unable to respond to every query on these videos.