The beauty benefits of a good face mask are known to all of us. With their power-packed ingredients, face masks work with double the efficiency of creams, lotions, serums and cleansers to provide our skin with multiple beauty benefits. There are countless face masks in the market. If you choose to go all-natural and opt for a DIY face mask, then, too, there are multiple ingredients to choose from. Whether it?s clay, turmeric, sandalwood, rose water, aloe vera, milk or yogurt, there?s more than enough out there for you to pick from. So, then how do you decide which is the ideal type of face mask for you"

Here is an overview of the various types of face masks available in the market, and what the benefits of each type are. You could use the same as a guide to prepare your own face mask, in case you choose to take the DIY route. 1. Clay or Mud Masks:
Face masks that contain clay or mud (or multani mitti) are deep cleansing masks that work very well on oily or acne-prone skin. These masks also work effectively on blackheads and whiteheads and reduce the frequency of breakouts. With their antiseptic and drying properties, these masks also help to absorb excess sebum and cleanse the pores of oil and dirt. To detoxify the skin and remove the impurities from dirt and pollution, a clay or mud mask is an essential.

2. Peel-off Masks:
Peel-off masks can be whipped up either at home (using egg whites and other ingredients) and are also easily available in the market across man...