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Peel-off masks may seem like some weird—yet oddly satisfying—marketing ploy, but we're fully on board. Why? Because these formulas actually work. And while they are undoubtedly fun to peel off (in a single layer, if you're lucky), the true benefit lies in the results. Like other face masks, the ingredients can be tailored to your needs, whether you're looking for a formula that's hydrating, brightening, pore-cleansing, or all of the above.

Even better, many of them have results you can see right away. Once you peel off the mask, you'll be left with brighter, smoother skin and clearer pores. Scroll on for the 12 peel-off mask formulas we use over and over again.

This is one of the OG charcoal masks that started the trend. It is packed with antioxidants, like activated charcoal and vitamin C, to clarify congested skin and leave it more radiant.

"There’s something so satisfying about a peel off mask, and this Shiseido one hits the spot every time. When my skin has been through the ringer, or any hot summer day in New York, I reach for the WASO: Purifying Peel Off Mask. It boasts a metallic pink hue (courtesy of antioxidant red shiso leaf) and peels off with ease. After using it, my skin feels refined and smoother." —Katie Intner, Assistant Beauty Editor

Part mask and part peel, this peel-off formula uses glycolic acid to gently exfoliate and brighten skin in minutes.

Prepare your selfie camera: This shimmery mask contains actual diamond powder for radiance, as well as hydrating hyaluronic acid, antioxidant-rich blueberry, and calming lotus.

With a blend of skin-loving ingredients like clarifying kaolin clay, brightening niacinamide, blueberry, and vitamin E, this mask does it all in less than 15 minutes. Use it just on your T-zone for a more targeted treatment.

From Millie Bobby Brown's beauty line comes this candy-colored yet effective mask, containing charcoal and witch hazel to help balance oil, as well as lavender to soothe the skin.

This single-use mask has Fair Trade tea tree oil from Kenya to gently target blemishes and excess oil. Once you peel it off, you'll notice visibly calmer, more matte skin.

You can't beat the price on this charcoal mask; we recommend using it only on the T-zone to clear out sebum, dirt, and gunk from congested pores.

This pore-cleansing mask has the brand's Jeju Super Volcanic Clusters, a.k.a. actual volcanic lava, to help absorb excess oil without over-drying skin.

Leave this mask on for 20-30 minutes and watch the color change from white to chrome before completely drying. Once peeled off, you'll notice firmer skin; it's like contour in a jar.

This mask looks like a lot of work—but trust us. Mix together the hyaluronic cushion gel and activating powder like a mad scientist, then slather it on to infuse damaged skin with much-needed moisture.

Most peel-off masks are strictly for skin detoxing, but this aloe-infused formula from the popular K-Beauty brand also hydrates with the best of them.