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As the years go by, you may notice that your skin isn’t as firm or taut as it used to be. One of the culprits behind this change is collagen—or actually, the lack of it. “Our bodies’ collagen production decreases naturally as we get older. Collagen in our skin is produced naturally by fibroblasts. As we get older, these fibroblasts cannot produce collagen as efficiently and effectively as younger people can,” explains Sarah Akram, a celebrity esthetician based in Alexandria, VA and the founder of Sarah Akram Skincare. As a result, our skin gets thinner, and we become more prone to pesky fine lines and wrinkles and, ultimately, sagging.
All of this is a natural process, and there’s no need to fight it if you don’t want to. However, if you’re looking for ways to slow the progression and combat premature signs of aging, products like wrinkle creams, wrinkle patches, and the best collagen face masks can help. “Collagen in skin care can help compensate for the decrease in collagen production you face as you get older. This can help diminish fine lines and wrinkles and help the skin look more youthful and plump,” says Dr. Rachel Westbay, a board-certified dermatologist at Marmur Medical. Face masks with collagen are especially helpful, as they involve leaving the product on “for a long amount of time so that the skin can absorb the ingredients maximally,” she adds.
Top picks for the best collagen sheet masks in 2024
We chatted with experts and fellow editors about collagen face masks and pored over customer feedback for top-rated products to compile a list of the 10 best collagen masks your skin will love.
1
Best Rubber Mask
Dr. Jart+ Cryo Rubber Face Mask With Firming Collagen
Pros
Plumps the skin
Cons
- May not be suitable for very sensitive skin
“This is a two-step mask meant to plump the skin and reduce the look of dryness. This make will also assist with getting rid of fine lines and wrinkles,” says Dr. Westbay. The ampoule contains plumping collagen, hydrating glycerin, and brightening niacinamide, while the rubber mask helps to lock everything in and cool your face down.
Key ingredients: Collagen, glycerin, niacinamide
Size: 1 mask
Sephora rating: 4.3/5 stars
An ELLE editor says: “This rubber mask was a big hit when I brought it on a trip with friends. The two steps will make you feel like you’re doing a fun science experiment, and the result is a Vanilla Sky-like moisturizing mask. Unlike sheet masks, which can make your skin look and feel wet, this gives you more of a slight matte glow, but still with a strong moisturizing feeling. It’s good for people who describe sheet masks as ‘slimy.’” —Kathleen Hou, ELLE beauty director
2
Best Viral Mask
Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask
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Pros
- Provides noticeable results
Cons
- Shape may not fit everyone perfectly
TikTok has fallen in love with this collagen mask, and it’s not hard to see why. The product is ultra-hydrating and is designed to be used as you sleep to “let the skin care penetrate your skin over time. This is a great affordable option to increase your collagen intake,” explains Dr. Westbay.
Key ingredients: Collagen, probiotics
Size: 16 masks
Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I have oily skin, but I’m also 42, pushing 43, so I need all the help I can get to prevent wrinkles. Slept in the last two masks for full effect, and it stayed on well. I can’t believe how nice my face feels. Even a couple days after use my skin feels nice. I have acne scarring/slight pitting that I’m self-conscious about that seems to have gotten more noticeable with age. I feel like they’re less noticeable right now, like my skin is plumper. At my age, I still get some hormonal breakouts on my chin. It’s nearing my time of month, and I’m not having any breakouts for once.”
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3
Best for Enlarged Pores
Mario Badescu Super Collagen Mask
Pros
- Eliminates excess sebum
Cons
- Some may dislike jar packaging
Although most clay masks are not suitable for dry skin, this one actually “combats dryness and aging skin,” Akram reports. The formula brightens and plumps, and the infusion of oatmeal calms the skin.
Key ingredients: Collagen, oatmeal, red algae extract, kaolin clay
Size: 2 oz.
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “This mask is the only one that didn’t irritate my skin among all the products I have tried. After only one use, bumps on my cheek got so much better, and my dull skin and fine lines disappeared. I am so happy about the results, and I recommend this product to anyone.”
Pros
- Soothes irritated skin
Cons
- May not have enough moisture for some
This mask contains hydrolyzed collagen—in other words, the collagen has been broken down into smaller pieces to make it easier for the skin to absorb it. Additionally, it “includes calm and soothing ingredients for sensitive skin. The slip-free mask is perfect for multi-tasking, [and it’s a] great primer to brighten and moisturize the skin before applying makeup,” says Akram.
Key ingredients: Collagen
Size: 5 masks
Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I have to be very careful about any products that I use on my face because I have rosacea. This product actually helped calm the rosacea and has diminished the appearance of crow’s feet around my eyes and fine lines around my lips. It leaves the skin feeling very moisturized but not greasy at all. I will definitely use this product again!”
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Pros
- Contains a significant amount of serum
Cons
- Does not include the same quantity of each mask
Gild yourself with this mask set and emerge with a blinding glow. The kit includes two face masks, two eye masks, a neck mask, a décolleté mask, and a lip mask, all of which are soaked in a serum chock-full of wrinkle-combatting ingredients, like collagen and hyaluronic acid.
Key ingredients: Collagen, hyaluronic acid, elastin
Size: 7 masks
Knesko rating: 5/5 stars
A Knesko reviewer says: “Recently had a friend come to visit, and we wanted to have a quiet evening of meditation, spa music, best friend time, and facials. I purchased these masks for face, neck, lips, eyes, and decolletage. When our relaxing time was up, we went to the magnifying mirror and unmasked. And for the first time, I had a gasp-worthy moment. As did my friend. We are both 54 years old and each had a glimpse of our 30-year-old selves—plumper, hydrated skin with a more even tone. Dark spots decreased and a far more glowing appearance.”
Pros
- Provides a refreshing feeliing
Cons
- Some customers noted that the mask can dry out quickly
This pack contains enough products to keep you covered for nearly a month of daily masking. Each mask’s serum boasts collagen and vitamin E, along with a variety of other skin-loving ingredients, including green tea, cucumber, and ginseng.
Key ingredients: Collagen, vitamin E, panthenol
Size: 24 masks
Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “High quality, strong fabric and amazing results. Every single one has been great. My skin looks amazing—I use about three a week on my face, neck, décolletage. Will be reordering these again!”
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Pros
- Pleasant scent
Cons
- Can be slippery
The Lapcos collagen sheet mask, powered by collagen and peptides, only takes about 10 minutes to give your skin a much-needed boost. After a quick self-care session involving this treatment, your skin will look smoother, plumper, and revitalized.
Key ingredients: Collagen, peptides
Size: 5 masks
Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I have dry, aged skin from years of working and having fun outside and multiple military deployments to the Middle East. I’m also going through early menopause and am sensitive to just about anything I put on my face. It’s kind of a wreck. I washed my skin, toned with witch hazel, and put on a collagen mask for 20 minutes. No rinse afterwards. My skin was noticeably more plump, [it] softened my wrinkles, and [it] made my skin softer.”
Pros
- Peels off for easy cleanup
Cons
- Must be applied generously for full effect
This overnight mask covers your face in a film that keeps moisture trapped within the skin for maximum product absorption. Famous for delivering “glass skin,” the formula features collagen, ceramides, and adenosine to firm, hydrate, and support the skin barrier.
Key ingredients: Collagen, ceramides, adenosine
Size: 2.53 fl. oz.
Amazon rating: 4/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I have damaged skin, and this mask has been incredibly soothing. The ceramide helps repair my skin, and the hydration from the glycerin is fantastic. My skin looks healthier and feels more resilient. It’s suitable for sensitive skin, which is a huge plus.”
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Pros
- Fragrance-free
Cons
- Shape of the mask may not fit everyone perfectly
Korean-founded brand Rael has created a collagen sheet mask that works for everyone concerned about fine lines and wrinkles—even those with sensitive skin. Because the serum features amino acids and hydrolyzed collagen, it’s a pro at restoring elasticity and volume in the face.
Key ingredients: Collagen, amino acids
Size: 5 masks
Amazon rating: 4.7/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I have tried every collagen based face mask in the book, and Rael definitely delivers. I enjoyed [it] because of the generous amount of essence they provided. The serum used smelled pleasant and absorbed into the skin so well I felt like I was having a mini spa facial at home! After using a few masks, I noticed the hydrolyzed collagen drastically improved the sagginess in my skin. I love how they are so simple to use!”
Pros
- Affordable
Cons
- Some may dislike scent
Mediheal’s original collagen mask got a makeover—it now contains three times more collagen, and it’s all vegan. Each sheet comes drenched in an elixir that firms the skin by infusing it with collagen derived from sources like hibiscus flowers and carrots.
Key ingredients: Collagen, carrot collagen, panthenol, hibiscus flower extract, snow mushroom polysaccharides, cchlorella
Size: 10 sheets
Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “The mask is quite moist and feels fantastic on, but the end result is fantastic. My skin felt silky, and revitalized. Really liked the fact that the whole time [it was] on, the mask didn’t dry out but remained moist.”
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Meet the Experts
Dr. Rachel Westbay is a board-certified dermatologist at Marmur Medical.
Sarah Akram is a celebrity esthetician based in Alexandria, VA and the founder of Sarah Akram Skincare.
What is collagen?
According to Akram, collagen is “the primary building block in our bodies found in the middle layer of our skin (dermis).” She also explains that up to 30 percent of the protein in our bodies is collagen since it appears in other places, including our muscles, bones, and other organs.
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Who can use collagen face masks?
Collagen face masks are suited for those of us whose collagen production has slowed down. “Anyone with skin concerns related to aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of elasticity, can use them. I would not recommend using collagen until you are an adult, as anyone younger has very sufficient collagen production,” says Dr. Westbay.
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As a leading publisher of fashion, lifestyle, and beauty content, ELLE.com is committed to highlighting the best products in various categories by personally testing the latest and most innovative products, interviewing countless experts, and vetting customer-loved items. For this piece, Carol Lee consulted skin care experts to learn about the best collagen face masks. She also read through countless customer reviews and evaluated each product on their features.
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Carol Lee
Associate E-Commerce Writer
Carol Lee is the Associate E-Commerce Writer at ELLE.com, where she covers all things beauty and personal care. Before joining the team, she was an editor at Food Network Magazine and HGTV Magazine and ran the beauty section at The Pioneer Woman. Carol received her bachelor’s degree in Journalism from New York University and was one of the first customers to visit Glossier’s flagship store in New York’s Soho neighborhood. Over the years, she’s tested countless makeup, hair, and skin care products, and written hundreds of articles covering the beauty space, from pieces about the trendiest launches to roundups of the best products on the market. As a Korean-American, she grew up in a sea of Korean makeup and skin care products and is a bona fide expert on the ever-expanding world of K-beauty, helping lead our coverage. Additionally, she’s also always on the hunt for the perfect lipstick and watches the same few comfort sitcoms (Frasier, Cheers, Seinfeld, New Girl, etc.) over and over again.
