Face masks are probably my favorite category of skincare. In fact, if you saw the overflowing contents of every single storage space in my tiny L.A. apartment, you'd quickly realize my "the limit does not exist" philosophy when it comes to hoarding face masks of all varieties. Whether my skin needs an immediate top-up of glow and hydration before a night out or I simply want to marinate in a moment of luxury during a bath or binge TV session, a face mask is always my ride-or-die solution. That said, some of my favorites definitely ding in at alarmingly high price points.

One thing I love about the industry right now is the ever-evolving innovation, and while some of the best products are indeed the most expensive, there are tons of brands debuting budget-friendly formulas that deliver equally gratifying results in the skin department. And face masks are no exception! Below, I'm sharing 10 of the most expensive and indulgent face masks (which I do feel are worth it if you have the monetary bandwidth) in addition to their super-satisfying dupes. Behold, 10 complexion-transforming face masks that rival their significantly more expensive counterparts. Keep scrolling!

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Celebrities, makeup artists, and beauty editors (who have access to pretty much everything, mind you) salivate over any elixir bearing the 111Skin name. The products are gorgeous, the perks are almost always immediately visible, and every formula is steeped in the latest cutting-edge science thanks to the brand's founder, renowned plastic surgeon Yannis Alexandrides. But yes, all of that bang comes with significant investment. These rose-gold brightening masks have earned a cult following in Hollywood—wearing one pre-makeup is basically a rite of passage before a red carpet—but if you're not a celebrity or if you're on a budget, they're best saved for super-special occasions. To get similar results on the regular, try MediHeal's self-warming pink masks instead. The brand's sheet masks are the best beller in Korea, and the skin nutrition profile isn't all that far off from 111Skin's thanks to key ingredients like ceramide NP, collagen, and a radiance-inducing Pink Blooming Complex featuring lotus flower, water lily, rose, camellia, and cherry blossom.

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