Beauty clinic: Sheet masks and illuminating primer

Q. Are sheet masks better than those in tubes or jars?

A. It all comes down to ingredients. Sheet masks are novel, Korean-inspired things with the appeal of a spa treatment on-the-go. Each is infused with serum, though materials range from the cotton or non-woven fibers of budget masks to hydrogel and biocellulose for luxury versions.

The serum’s formula is what really determines whether a sheet mask is better than your favourite cream or clay.