Leaders
LEADERS is a Korean brand best known for its sheet masks, sold by ingredient so you can pick a sheet for the result you want. The range includes ceramide and Prohydraceramide masks for the barrier, Sika (cica) calming masks for stressed skin, Pro Hydra hyaluronic masks for moisture, IMP-Retinol masks for renewal, and the Mediu Amino line for firmer-looking skin, plus a Comfort Barrier sunscreen. We list 50+ LEADERS products, shipped from Korea so the batches are authentic.
By Skinsli editorial Updated
Buying guide
LEADERS sheet masks: picking the right sheet for your skin
LEADERS is a Korean brand whose catalog centers on sheet masks, each built around a named ingredient so you can match a sheet to a goal. The range covers ceramide masks for the barrier, cica masks for calming, hyaluronic masks for moisture, and amino masks for firmness, with a sunscreen on the side. This guide walks through the mask families we carry so you can choose by what your skin needs that day.
What LEADERS is known for
LEADERS is a Korean skincare brand whose reputation rests on its sheet masks. Rather than one all-purpose sheet, the brand splits the range by ingredient, so each mask is aimed at a specific result like hydration, calming, or firmness.
That makes it easy to keep a small rotation of different sheets and reach for the one that fits how your skin feels. Across our grid we list 50+ LEADERS products, most of them masks.
How a sheet mask fits your routine
A sheet mask is a single-use treatment soaked in essence that you press onto clean skin for 15 to 20 minutes. It floods the skin with the active ingredient and slows water loss while it sits, so skin feels plumper and more hydrated right after.
Use a LEADERS mask after cleansing and toning, then pat in the leftover essence and seal with a moisturizer. A sheet a few times a week is plenty for most people.
Barrier care: ceramide and Prohydraceramide masks
For a weak or dry skin barrier, LEADERS offers ceramide-based sheets. The Ceramide Moisturizing Mask and the Prohydraceramide Mask use ceramides, the lipids that help skin hold water and stay protected.
These suit skin that feels tight, flaky, or easily irritated, and they pair well with the Comfort Barrier sunscreen for daytime protection. Reach for them in winter or after travel when your barrier takes a hit.
Calming: the Sika (cica) mask
When skin is red, hot, or reactive, a calming sheet helps settle it. The Sika Carming Mask leads with cica (centella asiatica), a K-beauty favorite for soothing stressed and sensitive skin.
It's a good pick after sun exposure, a long day, or anything that leaves your face looking flushed. Keep one on hand for the days your usual routine feels like too much.
Deep hydration: the Pro Hydra hyaluronic mask
For pure moisture, the Pro Hydra Hyaluronic Mask is built around hyaluronic acid, which draws water into the skin and plumps it up. This is the sheet to grab when skin looks dull and dehydrated rather than irritated.
Hydration masks like this give an immediate fresh look, which is why many people use one before an event or a photo. They layer well over a hydrating toner for an even bigger moisture hit.
Firming and renewal: Mediu Amino and IMP-Retinol
For skin that wants a firmer, more lifted look, the Mediu Amino line offers several options, including the Amino Lifting, Amino Tight, and Amino Moisture masks, built around amino acids. They aim at tone and a tightened feel alongside hydration.
The IMP-Retinol Mask (25ml) brings retinol into a sheet format for renewal and texture. Because it's retinol, use it in the evening and follow with sunscreen the next day.
Extra nourishment and daytime sun care
For very dry or stressed skin, the Insolution Vaseline Nourishing Mask leans rich, using a petrolatum base to lock in moisture and comfort tight skin. It's the heaviest option for nights when skin needs extra cushioning.
On the protection side, the Comfort Barrier Sunscreen (50ml) covers the daytime step, shielding skin from UV while supporting the same barrier the ceramide masks care for. Sunscreen is what keeps mask gains from being undone by sun damage.
Choosing your sheets and buying authentic
To choose, start from how your skin feels: ceramide for a struggling barrier, cica for redness, hyaluronic for dehydration, amino for firmness, and retinol for renewal. Many people keep two or three types in rotation and pick by the day.
Every LEADERS mask here ships from Korea, the brand's home market, so you get genuine domestic batches rather than relabeled exports. If you're new to the brand, buy a few different sheets first to learn which ingredient your skin likes best.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long should I leave a LEADERS sheet mask on?
Around 15 to 20 minutes is right. Press the sheet onto clean, toned skin and let the essence absorb, then take it off before it dries out, since a drying sheet can pull moisture back out. Pat the leftover essence into your skin and seal it with a moisturizer.
How often can I use LEADERS masks?
A few times a week suits most people, and you can do a hydrating sheet like the Pro Hydra Hyaluronic more often if your skin is dry. The one to space out is the IMP-Retinol mask, which contains retinol and is better used in the evening a couple of times a week while your skin adjusts.
Which LEADERS mask is best for a damaged skin barrier?
Reach for the ceramide sheets. The Ceramide Moisturizing Mask and the Prohydraceramide Mask use ceramides, the lipids that help skin hold water and stay protected, so they suit skin that feels tight, flaky, or easily irritated. Pair them with the Comfort Barrier sunscreen by day for steadier barrier support.
What is the Sika mask for?
The Sika Carming Mask is the calming sheet in the line, built around cica (centella asiatica), which is valued for soothing red, hot, or reactive skin. It's a good pick after sun exposure or a long day when your face looks flushed and your usual routine feels like too much.
Is the Pro Hydra Hyaluronic mask good for dehydrated skin?
Yes, that's its job. The Pro Hydra Hyaluronic Mask is built around hyaluronic acid, which draws water into the skin and plumps it, so it's the sheet to grab when skin looks dull and dehydrated rather than irritated. It gives an immediate fresh look, which is why many people use one before an event.
What does the Mediu Amino line do?
The Mediu Amino masks, including the Amino Lifting, Amino Tight, and Amino Moisture sheets, are built around amino acids and aim at a firmer, more lifted look alongside hydration. Choose them when tone and a tightened feel are your goal rather than plain moisture or calming.
How should I use the IMP-Retinol mask?
Use it at night and not too often at first. The IMP-Retinol Mask (25ml) brings retinol into a sheet for renewal and texture, so apply it in the evening a couple of times a week and build up as your skin adjusts. Follow with sunscreen the next day, since retinol can make skin more sun-sensitive.
When would I use the Vaseline Nourishing mask?
Reach for it when skin is very dry or stressed. The Insolution Vaseline Nourishing Mask uses a petrolatum base to lock in moisture and comfort tight skin, making it the richest, most cushioning option in the line. It works well as an evening treat on nights your skin needs extra care.
Do I still need the Comfort Barrier sunscreen if I mask regularly?
Yes. Masks add hydration and treat the skin, but they don't protect against UV. The Comfort Barrier Sunscreen (50ml) covers daytime protection and supports the same barrier the ceramide masks care for, so it keeps sun damage from undoing your mask gains. Apply it as the last step of your morning routine.
Are these LEADERS masks authentic Korean stock?
Yes. Every LEADERS item here ships from Korea, the brand's home market, so you get genuine domestic batches rather than relabeled exports. If you're new to the brand, it's worth buying a few different sheets first to learn which ingredient your skin responds to best.