Our skin has its own daily biorhythm that goes through a cyclic process of functions in line with the organism’s needs. During daylight, our skin increases its protective faculties with regard to environmental threats, whereas in the evening, our skin cells undergo intensive regeneration by increasing cell turnover rate, detoxification, and metabolism through the synthesis of collagen, elastin and vitamins. This is why using proper nighttime skincare is so important in optimising our skin’s natural abilities. While night creams have long existed, the latest chapter of nighttime skincare has given rise to the Sleeping Mask — a K-Beauty export used as the final step of your evening regimen that not only seals in serums, creams and oils, but also deeply nourishes your skin’s barrier with a potent dose of essential cell nutrients that hydrate, repair, and fight signs of premature ageing. Ahead, we round up the best sleeping masks for your night of beauty rest.

Dior Hydra Life Jelly Sleeping Mask

Formulated with the highest concentration of organic Anjou Mallow from the Dior Gardens, Dior’s Hydra Life Jelly Sleeping Mask is an ultra-lightweight jelly-water texture that delivers a continuous dose of hydration for up to eight hours. This no-rinse formula smooths the look of lines and texture, leaving skin supple, plump and refreshed in the morning.

HK$470 at selfridges.com

Fresh Black Tea Firming Overnight Mask

This velvety-textured moisturising treatment works in sync with the skin’s natural nighttime recovery process to achieve a lifted and sculpted look by the morning. It’s formulated with Fresh’s signature black tea complex (made of kombucha, black tea extract, blackberry leaf extract, and lychee seed extract), which improves elasticity and inhibits free radical damage, while firming peptides create a corset-like effect, Belle De Nuit extract soothes and rebalances the skin, and hyaluronic acid locks in moisture.

HK$780 at lanecrawford.com

Amorepacific Moisture Bound Sleeping Recovery Masque

Korean beauty brand Amorepacific’s Moisture Bound Sleeping Recovery Masque is a lightweight but deeply hydrating overnight treatment infused with the brand’s patented 5-Hydra Complex — a blend of Asian botanicals including bamboo sap (in lieu of water), pine mushroom and red ginseng that targets early signs of ageing, increases antioxidant production and fortifies the skin’s natural protective barrier while you sleep.

HK$506 at nordstrom.com

Laneige Water Sleeping Mask

Laneige’s best-selling Water Sleeping Mask is formulated with the brand’s Moisture Wrap— a dense beta-glucan moisturising shield consisting of active agents such as Hydro Ion Mineral Water, evening primrose root extract and Hunza apricot extracts that hydrates for up to 8 hours. It’s also infused with skin purifying Sleep-Tox technology and skin-soothing agents to support the skin’s ability to regenerate.

HK$205 at laneige.com

Erno Laszlo Hydra-Therapy Memory Sleep Mask

This multitasking formula has a weightless NASA-inspired memory gel texture that cushions skin with unprecedented moisture while locking in vital nutrients to repair and prevent premature signs of ageing. Prickly Pear, Green Ginger and Mugwort Extract intensely hydrate and soften; Winged Kelp Extract (rich in Omega Fatty Acids) helps boost skin’s collagen and elastin production; and an active Raspberry and tomato stem cell complex brightens and helps fortify the skin’s defense system.

HK$790 at sephora.hk

Omorovicza Midnight Radiance Mask

Best for transforming dull complexions overnight, Omorovicza’s Midnight Radiance Mask is an elegant hydrating gel formula that nourishes and exfoliates at the same time. Sand Lily and Salicylic Acid boost cell renewal and tackle stubborn hyperpigmentation, Red Algae and Sodium Hyaluronate lock in moisture, and Copper Gluconate helps regulate oil production. Use two to three times a week to maintain a brighter, clearer and more even-toned complexion.

HK$975 at net-a-porter.com