Facial Skincare/Specialised Skincare

Build a simple facial skincare routine — cleanse, mask, repair — with this range from Ways Pharmacy, a GPhC-registered pharmacy in Holborn, London. Alongside everyday essentials such as Lion Pair acne facial cleanser and Purcotton 100% cotton disposable face towels, the collection centres on Voolga, FuERJIA and KEFUMEI sheet masks and repair dressings, with ingredients from sodium hyaluronate and centella asiatica to recombinant collagen.

Choose by ingredient rather than packaging. Sodium hyaluronate and panthenol (B5) suit dehydrated or freshly treated skin; centella asiatica is a traditional soothing ingredient for redness-prone skin; recombinant collagen dressings support the skin barrier; and the niacinamide and astaxanthin-with-tranexamic-acid masks are the brightening options in the range. Most masks come as packs of five sheets, so it is easy to trial one before settling on a routine. Orders over £60 ship free.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a sheet mask and a repair dressing?

A sheet mask is a cosmetic soaked in serum, used mainly for hydration. Repair dressings such as the Voolga and KEFUMEI ranges are made to a medical dressing standard and are widely used to calm and rehydrate skin after cleansing, exfoliation or aesthetic treatments. Follow the instructions on each pack.

Which face mask suits sensitive or redness-prone skin?

The FuERJIA B5 Soothing Repair Mask is formulated for sensitive skin, and the Voolga Centella Asiatica Soothing & Repairing Mask uses centella, a traditional calming ingredient. Patch-test any new product before using it on your whole face.

How often should I use a face mask?

Most people use a hydrating mask one to three times a week. Follow the instructions on the pack, and if a clinician gave you aftercare advice following a treatment, follow that first.