[Jolse Review] Juicyful Vitalizer Tone-Up Cream

Price: $22.10 on Jolse

Verdict: 9/10
Repurchase:  Maybe

I received this Juicyful Vitalizer Tone-Up Cream from www.jolse.com in exchange for honest reviews but all thoughts are my own, as usual. Jolse is one of the first korean skincare stores I've shopped from and they've been consistently amazing. ^^ Shipping is free with any purchase and you get $3 store credit towards your first purchase (I believe it's only applicable once you reach $20).

The  Juicyful Vitalizer Tone-Up Cream is available for $22.10 on Jolse. As the name suggests, it's a white cream formula that's able to immediately tone-up skin tone. In addition to it's instant brightening effect, it contains a number of ingredients that aid in long-term brightening such as niacinamide and vitamin capsules. It also contains naturally moisturizing ingredients.

Packaging and Ingredients

The packaging is nice and simple, coming in a tube of 100ml product that is sealed with a foil that is peeled off to use. The cap closes with the audible noise, so it's easy to tell when it's closed. ^^ 

Ingredients: Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Niacinamide, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethicone, Sorbitan Olivate, Isohexadecane, Dimethiconol, Grape Seed Oil, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Chlorphenesin, Polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Aluminum hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tea Tree Extract, Rosemary Extract, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Lavender Flower Extract, Matricaria Flower Extract, Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract, Stearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Adenosine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, Trehalose, Allantoin, Betaine, Octyldodecanol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ceramide NP, Caprylyl Glycol, Agar, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Tromethamine, CI 77491, Mica, Algin, Pectin, Gellan gum, Perfume

The ingredients list is faily long but the only thing that shows up as acne and possible irritants on cosnda are butylene glycol (1), dimethicone (1), stearic acid (2), and mica (4,4). Algin is a fragrance and binding agent.

There's actually titanium dioxide in the product, which is a UVA and UVB sunscreen even though the cream doesn't claim have SPF, so it's probably only present in minimal percentage so shouldn't be used as a sunscreen. The other pigments used are CI 77491 and Mica.

Niacinamide is an effective skin-restoring ingredient that also has anti-aging properties. According to Paula's choice, it is able to improve the appearance of enlarge pores, uneven skin tone, fine lines, dullness, and a weakened skin surface.

Other noteable ingredients are the multiple plant extracts, including tea tree, rosemary, peppermeant leaf, lavender, and chrysanthellum indicum. Most of these are anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. They also provide soothing and healing properties. There are plenty of moistuizers in the ingredients, inclusing ceramide, betaine, panthenol, trehalose, allatoin, grape seed oil, and glycerin as well as a number of emollients.

I'm usually a little wary with ingredient lists that's excessively long since it increases the risk of skin sensitivities, but this cream has been very kind on my skin. ^^

Performance

The texture of the cream is well, creamy. It spreads very well and applies easily on the skin, absorbing fairly easily after only a little while. I initially thought this would be similar to another tone up cream that I've used, the Yeon Yowoo Whitening Cream, which also contains niacinamide and lauds as a tone up cream, but they're fairly different. This is much more moisturizing and absorbs better than the YoWoo cream. It also doesn't leave as much of a white cast on my skin.

I applied this on the right side of my hand, all the way up to my knuckles where you can see a clearer difference between the part that's applied and the part that's not. It's obvious without being too obvious, which is important to me because I don't fancy looking like the walking dead. It does offer slight coverage for blemishes, but barely, as you can still see the veins on the back of my hand. XD

I've used this a few weeks but not every day. It's a little heavy for my oily/combo skin and having a cream that tones up my skin isn't a goal for the moment, since I'm suffering from a few breakouts and I am focusing on healing and moisturizing without causing more breakouts. I'm really grateful this plays well with my skin, since my face has been freaking out over cleansers recently, breaking out left and right and making me look quite horrible. >< Anyways, if you're looking for a tone up cream with ingredients that moisturizes and actually helps brighten skin tone in the long term, I'd definitely recommend the product. 

Price: $22.10 on Jolse

Verdict: 9/10
Repurchase:  Maybe

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[Orgavalley Review] Orgavalley OV In Nature 24 Nutritive Deep Cleanser 120ml

Price: $34.00 on BBCosmetic.com

(Use affiliated coupon: C10T190S3 for 8% off) 
Verdict: 9/10
Repurchase: Maybe

Price & Shop

This Orgavalley cleanser saved my skin. T.T I received this Orgavalley Deep Cleanser from from BBCosmetic.com in exchange for an honest review but all thoughts are my own, as always. ^^ It arrived about a month ago and it arrived just in the nick of time. I had just finished my Cosrx cleanser and the two subsequent cleansers I used broke me out. :( The innisfree volcanic foaming cleanser caused pimples and the April Skin caused my skin to flake and peel painfully.

This cleanser is a naturally produced cleanser that protects the skin barrier. It provides hydration, nutrition and deep cleansing all together in addition to aiding in anti-aging. This OV in Nature 24 Nutritive Deep Cleanser features various natural and herb fermented ingredients that can cleanse, hydrate, and provide the skin with necessary nutrition. It's made with mild formula and can be used for all skin types. 

Orgavalley is a relatively new name in the game of korean skincare. It focuses on natural ingredients and traditional fermentation with the modern nano-technology. Orgavalley is free from chemicals and focuses on minimal ingredients in it's products. 

Packaging

I really love the design for the Orgavalley Deep cleanser with it's beautifully carved wooden cap. However, since my bathroom tends to be especially humid, I've taken off the wooden cap so it won't risk getting moldy.

The pump bottle design is simplistic and effective, though the fact that I have to take off the cap to protect it from getting moldy isn't ideal, since it has resulted in the bottle being exposed to the humidity in the bathroom. I actually put the cap back on and have my fingers crossed it'll be alright. There's 120ml of the product, which isn't much at all but only a single pump is necessary for cleansing.

At the price point of $34, it puts the cleanser with the higher end brands, so I actually expect the design to be a bit more... high end. The taped on paper on the bottle ruins that effect somewhat, something which Orgavalley have taken into consideration. It's all just aesthetics though, which shouldn't matter as long as the product works, which is definitely does!

Ingredients

Ingredients, according to this reviewer, are only water, olive oil, Rosemary leaf water, Peppermint leaf water, Aloe ferox leaf extract, lavender leaf extract, glycerin, potassium hydroxide, Lavender oil, lemongrass oil.

The key ingredient here is olive oil, which is an antioxidant that can help with anti-aging. It's brochure also lauds it's ability to lower bad cholestrol, but that's only if you're ingesting olive oil, which I wouldn't suggest eating this cleanser. Lol. 

Rosemary leaf water can increase skin elasticity while peppermint provides antibacterial properties. Lavender and lemongrass oil adds a distinct herbal scent to the cleanser but also provides soothing and healing properties. In the skin, lavender has been shown be antioxidant and reduce eczema and moderate psoriasis according to this article. 

There's a lack of preservatives in the product, so I would suggest using this up within a few months of opening, which is good advice for every skincare item anyhow. ^^

The addition of potassium hydroxide is what allows the product to foam and it is a pH adjuster. The ingredients looks pretty good on cosdna. 

Performance

This smells like ginger, which is a nice scent, imo. It's not low pH, but it's not stripping either. I did a quick test with a lipstick. If I remember correctly, it's my Choonee Lip Balm, which isn't super long lasting.

The cleanser doesn't exactly clear makeup. There's still a faint hint of red in the bottom picture. A first cleanser is definitely necessary, but this makes a good cleanser in the morning. ^^ It foams pretty well, but doesn't product a rich lather. A single pump is enough for my entire face.

Almost a month into using this, my skin has gotten so much better. The red, inflamed parts of my skin have gotten better, no more new pimples, and my skin is just slowly healing from the many breakouts. Ahh. Thank goodness. I've been struggling with the painful skin irritation for a few weeks and this was exactly what my skin needed.

The only reason why it's not getting full points is because it's really pretty expensive, at $34 for only 120ml, which is quickly dwindling. I might repurchase this, but only once I've finished a few other cleansers that I'm eager to try out, particularly the Cosrx Low pH cleanser and a Neutrogena Acne Foaming Cleanser... or those Neutrogena Oil to Foam cleansers that have been catching my eye. ^^

Price: $34.00 on BBCosmetic.com

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Verdict: 9/10
Repurchase: Maybe

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[Elizavecca Mask Review] Elizavecca Milky Piggy 24K Gold Waterdew Snail Mask Pack Sheet

Shop: 16,000 won at Elizavecca

 or $13.20 on BBCosmetic (with code C10T190S3 for 8% off)

Verdict: 10/10

Repurchase: Yes

Product & Shop

I was sent this  Elizavecca  Milky Piggy 24K Gold Waterdew Snail Mask Pack Sheet in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts are my own, as always.

Elizavecca has been developing and selling products for more than 20 years. Elizavecca isn't a new brand for me. I've tried a few products of theirs, including plenty of their assorted Power Ringer masks, Green Piggy Collagen Jella Pack Pig Mask, Elizavecca Donkey Piggy Steam Cream Mask Pack, and Elizavecca Kangsi Pack earlier.  Elizavecca products are manufactured and sold by MIZ Tread Co., LTD.

The mask claims to contain 24k gold and snail mucin filtrate along with hazel extra and galactomyces fermentation filtrate which can moisturize the skin in addition to healing and calming skin problems.

Ingredients and Texture

Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Betaine, Allantoin, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Snail Secretion Filtrate (1000ppm), Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Propolis Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Citrate, Adenosine, Fragrance, Ubiquinone, Colloidal Gold (CI77480)

The only product showing up as a possible acne trigger is butylene gylcol on cosdna, though it does contain citrus extract and snail secretion, which some people may react badly to. In addition, it also has galactomyces ferment filtrate and propolis extract as well as alcohol. There's plenty of notable ingredients in this mask in addition to the ones mentioned. snail is good for healing while galactomyces works as an antioxidant that can also help brighten the skin tone. The propolis acts as an antibacterial and antioxidant and can aid in anti-aging treatments in addition to being moisturizing. Adenosine helps reduce wrinkles. Gold is supposedly able to be antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, but there's no scientific background to it, so it's just in it for the fun-factor. XD There's really a healthy amount of good ingredients in this mask, which surprised me a little since the price is pretty good!

I'm more than a little disappointed to find that this mask isn't actually gold. Lol. Probably too much to ask for. The essence is a watery gel that adheres well to the cotton sheet mask, though there's enough in the package for my body as well. It's an odd cotton material though, cause I actually really liked it. I usually prefer thinner fabric on my masks, but this was really comfortable.

It doesn't really absorb all the essence enough to not drip all over me. I find the cutting perfect, to be honest. ^^ Fragrance is added, so this mask smells pretty nice, but the scent isn't too overwhelming and disappears upon application.

Performance

I used this mask while my skin was acting up due to a particularly harsh face cleanser that turned my skin , inflammed, flaky and itchy. >.< This good is good for acne/sensitive skin, which is what I was dealing with when I used the mask and I was pretty impressed with the effects! The mask stayed moist for an hour after application and I was almost sad to remove it.

I yolo-ed it with this snail mask because it's too shiny to pass up. I sometimes react badly to masks containing snail and I've actually tried some other Elizevecca (Power Ringer Masks) and weren't particularly impressed, so expectations weren't too high for this mask. However, I'm happy to report that I'm really pleased with this mask!

My skin was much less inflamed after using the mask and my skin was somewhat brightened! The snail didn't react badly to my skin, which is awesome. ^^ I also found that the red spots on my forehead was less so and my skin wasn't as itchy. All in all, it's a pretty great mask with really good ingredients at a decent mask. What's not to love?  

Shop: 16,000 won at Elizavecca

 or $13.20 on BBCosmetic (with code C10T190S3 for 8% off)

Verdict: 10/10

Repurchase: Yes

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[Elizavecca Mask Review] Elizavecca Donkey Piggy Steam Cream Mask Pack

Shop: 18,000 won at Elizavecca

 or $15.69 on BBCosmetic (with code C10T190S3 for 8% off)

Verdict: 9/10

Repurchase: Yes

Product & Shop

I was sent this Elizavecca Donkey Piggy Steam Cream Mask Pack in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts are my own, as always.

Elizavecca has been developing and selling products for more than 20 years. Elizavecca isn't a new brand for me. I've tried a few products of theirs, including plenty of their assorted Power Ringer masks, Green Piggy Collagen Jella Pack Pig Mask, and Elizavecca Kangsi Pack earlier. Elizavecca products are manufactured and sold by MIZ Tread Co., LTD.

This mask pack is meant for those with dry skin and contains donkey milk water cream in order to moisturize and maintain skin texture as well as skin elasticity and flexibility. 

Ingredients and Texture

Ingredients:  Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cyclopentasilxane-Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone/Crosspolymer-Dimethicone, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Caulerpa Lentillifera (Sea Grapes) Extract, Laminaria Japonica (Brown Seaweed) Extract, Human Oligopeptide-1, Chlorphenesin, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Arginine, Donkey Oil (100ppm), Fragrance

The ingredients are pretty good, with cosdna showing only butylene glycol and cetearyl alcohol, dimethicone as possible acne triggers and carbomer and cetearyl alcohol as possible irritants. There's also shea butter, which may be too thick for some. Notable ingredients are witch hazel extract, centella asiatica extra for anti-inflamatory, hydrolyzed collagen as an emollient, pomegranate extract as an astringent and seaweed extra for it's anti-inflammatory and antioxident properties. 

The mask is formulated as a heavy moisturizing mask that focuses on helping extremely dry skin. It contains 25ml of essense and the essence is an incredibly thick, opaque cream that leaves somewhat of a white residue, even on my hand, though I noticed it does absorb after a while. The mask material is an odd cotton material that adheres quite well. I usually don't like material that's too thick, but I was quite happy with this mask. The usual thin masks wouldn't be able to keep as much of the thick, creamy essence.

I had enough leftover of the 25g essense to apply on my body.

Performance

This is one mask I would not have purchased on my own, since my skin is oily/combo and pretty clog-prone. Anything too heavy tends to break out my skin, so a creamy mask is not something I'm keen on trying. Yet, I find myself really enjoying this mask. The fit was perfectly fine on my skin and I actually enjoyed it enough to keep it on my face for a little more than half an hour before taking it off.

Perhaps what also helped it's case was that my skin was suffering from an allergic reaction that made my skin somewhat dry and flaky and this mask was a true lifesaver. I truly loved it. It had enough essense leftover for pretty much my entire body and while the essence didn't really soak in completely, it was absorbed enough to leave my skin soft and bouncy. After I woke up the next morning, my skin was kind of oily, so it is actually a little too moisturizing for my skin type. On the other hand, after washing my face, my skin was so soft and calmed, so this inadvertently worked as a great sleeping mask!

Elizavecca has this cream in tube form, which I'm curious if it works as well. But, I definitely suggest this mask only for emergency hydration and moisturization for those of us with combo/oily skin. Perhaps this would work best for those of you with dry skin types. ^^  I'd repurchase this for emergency use though, or get a tube of that donkey steam cream that should work as well! ^^

Shop: 18,000 won at Elizavecca

 or $15.69 on BBCosmetic (with code C10T190S3 for 8% off)

Verdict: 9/10

Repurchase: Yes

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[Jolse Review] Rivecowe Bubble Mask Pack review

Shop: $8.98 at Jolse

Verdict: 9/10

Repurchase: Maybe.

Product & Shop

I got to try my very first bubble sheet mask thanks to Jolse. This mask was sent to me from Jolse.com in exchange for an honest review, but all thoughts are my own. I've used several bubble packs before, but none in mask form, so I was very keen on trying this out!

Jolse is one of the first korean skincare stores I've shopped from and they've been consistently amazing. ^^ Shipping is free with any purchase (no minimum) and you get $3 store credit towards your first purchase if you reach a minimum purchase of $20. In addition, reviewing the items you've purchased on the site also adds credit.

Anyways, this Rivecowe Bubble Mask Pack is a bubble carbonic mask pack that claims to eliminate body wastes while keeping skin moisturized. The mask retails for $8.98 at Jolse for a pack of 5, though they're discounted to a little over $7 at the moment. It's a little pricy for skintertainment, so I'm keen to see how it works. 

Packaging & Ingredients

It's packaged like any other mask, which has me intrigued, since most of the bubble masks I've tried are somewhat creamy and the reason why it bubbles is because of the reaction with the humid air. I'm curious how a bubble sheet mask would work since the mask is basically suffocated to my face. If the only part that bubbles is the outer layer of the mask, that kinda makes it useless, doesn't it?

Ingredients: Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Dipropylene Glycol, Disiloxane, Methyl Perfluorobutyl Ether, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Methyl Undecenoyl Leucinate, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil, Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil, Camiellia Japonica Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance

Ingredients are fairly unimpressive with Persea gratissima oil(avocado pear oil/moisturizer) and Isopropyl Myristate(synthetic ester) showing up as a 2 and 5 as possible acne-triggers on cosdna. The second ingredient, cocoamidopropyl betain, is a cleaning agent and a foam booster, which is one of the ingredients that allows the mask to bubble as much as it does. That, along with phenoxyethanol ranks 4 on safety. 

According to this scientific research available on ncbi.nlm.nih, cocoamidopropyl betaine is a synthetic detergent that's been increasingly used in personal and hygiene products. Unfortunately, it can induce mild skin irritation, especially in sensitive skin. This is a coconut-based cleanser and is used as a surfacant, thickener and foaming agent, particularly in bubble baths and the like.  It can potentially cause irritation and allergic contact dermatitis. Like any other ingredient, it's really a matter of ymmv. It may be alright for some and not for others. Thankfully, my skin is perfectly fine with this ingredient. ^^

The main culprit for the bubbly is methyl perfluorobutyl ether,  which is a stable, unreactive carbon-based compound that can dissolve 20 times more oxygen than water, according to labmuffin. It's present in Elizavecca carbonated bubble clay mask, and caolin premium blackhead bubble pore pack as well as several other bubbly masks. 

They've included some oil in the mask such as chamomile flower oil, rose flower oil, camellia seed oil, rice bran oil, and avocado oil, perhaps to counteract the potentially drying ingredients.

Directions & Performance

I really like it when masks are black for purely aesthetic reasons. The bubbles start to form the moment I had the mask out of the package, so I was quick to slap this to my face. XD 

Instructions says to attach the mask on your skin for 3-5 minutes and then was the face. This should work as an effective cleanser, so I applied this right after waking up one morning and waited for it to do it's magic.

The scent is kind of sweet, but nothing too heavy. In fact, I couldn't really smell it unless I was really trying. I really like that this sheet mask eliminated my problem with bubble masks that foams too quickly for me to apply an even layer on my skin. I tend to be a bit uneven with distribution, so having the sheet mask evens out the amount of bubble my skin is getting. 

The bubbly started immediately and every time I think it's reached it's saturation point, it continues to proof me wrong. It was tingly, but not uncomfortably so. I could actually ignore the mask bubbling for the most part, which is nice since some masks tend to be somewhat annoyingly itchy when it does that.

I took it off after 5 minutes cause I stopped being able to see. I also looked really ridiculous. XD

This was very fun and I had a good laugh. My skin wasn't all that bubbly, with most of the bubbles outside the mask, so I just took the mask and washed my skin with the bubbles on the outside. My skin was clean after washing and it's not too stripping, so it does work as a cleanser.

There was actually so much bubbles and soap from the single sheet mask that I could wash my entire body with this and since I normally plan it so that I use bubble masks prior to baths, this was perfect. I'd actually imagined this to be perfect for short trips, where you don't want to use the hotel's soap and this can double as a face/body cleanser!

It does a good job cleansing, washing my skin perfectly, but it's a little expensive for just that. I mean, it's basically a glorified cleanser... that bubbles. It doesn't really claim to be anything other than that though, so I can't dock points for that. I suppose the extra points come for the entertainment factor, but if you're not into bubbly masks, you won't be into this either. 

Shop: $8.98 at Jolse

Verdict: 9/10

Repurchase: Maybe.

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[Elizavecca Review] Elizavecca Kangsi Pack 24K Gold Pack Wash Off Mask Review

Shop: Elizavecca

Verdict: 9/10

Repurchase: Maybe!

Product & Shop

I was sent this Elizavecca Kangsi Pack 24k Gold Content Kangsi Pack in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts are my own, as always.

Elizavecca has been developing and selling products for more than 20 years. Elizavecca isn't a new brand for me. I've tried a few products of theirs, including plenty of their assorted Power Ringer masks and their Green Piggy Collagen Jella Pack Pig Mask. I've also tried their carbonated bubble pack, though I haven't sat down and prepared a review for that since I have mixed feelings about it. On one hand, it's a really fun product that bubbles on my face. On the other hand, it can be a little bit too stripping and is ridiculously hard to wash off completely. It's worth a look though, and is definitely fun to play with.

I have mixed feelings about Elizavecca because they offer pretty decent products for really reasonable prices, but at the same time, I haven't found a product that's HG for me, so I approached this Kangsi Pack with caution. 

This Elizavecca pack is a steady seller for the brand. It helps in pore management, exfoliating, and evening skin tone and texture. 

Packaging & Ingredients

I really like the packaging for the product. Most face packs opt for jars or tubes or completely unsanitary containers. Having this in a squeeze tube means I'll just squeeze out however much I need, and the rest of the product stays safe and nestled inside the container. 

Ingredients: Water, silica, alcohol, maltose, glycerin, polyvinyl alcohol, cyclopentasiloxane, polysorbate 60, lavan dula angustifolua (lavender) extract, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract, origanum vulgare leaf/flower/stem extract, thymus vulgaris (thyme) extract, phyllanthus emblica fruit etract, aristotelia chilensis fruit etract, euterpe oleracea fruit extract, rubuus idaeus (raspberry) fruit extract, vaccinium angustifolium (blueberry) fruit extract, vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract, vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) fruit extrac, propolis extract, glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract, portulaca oleracea extract, hydrolyzed collagen, adenosine, ceramide 3, goly synthetic fluorphlogopite, tin oxide, titanium dioxide, iron oxide, carbomer, tromethamine, fragrance.

There are plenty of beneficial ingredients in the list, such as propolis extract for it's anti-inflammtory and anti fungal properties to speed up healing process. Propolis is used as a sealant in the bee's hive to protect the colonyfrom viruses, diseases and other intruders. In the hive, it acts to inhibit fungal and bacterial growth. In skincare, it's for moisturizing and trouble-care.

Adenosine in skincare is lauded for it's anti-aging properties. Adenosine Triphosphate is a molecule in the body that is responsible for being the leading source of energy for the majority of our cellular and muscular functions (source). It has anti-wrinkle properties that is a good soothing and skin-restoring agent.

There's also lavender and rosemary, with lavender helping regulate sebum production and rosemary for it's antimicrobial effects. In addition they've included only like, a billion fruit extracts. ^^ I'm not quite sure what half of them is for, but I'll trust the researchers behind Elizavecca that they didn't just add them for the laughs.

The gold, however, is another matter. Even though people in cosmetic claims it has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, their claims aren't really backed by scientific research. I'm fine with it being in the pack for it's fun factor though. :)

Do take note that alcohol is the third ingredient, which may be triggering for some.

Texture and Directions

The pack has a seal foil upon opening. Once peeled off, it's just the matter of squeezing it out and applying it. Instruction says to squeeze out a generous amount and apply evenly over clean face, then let dry for 15 to 20 minutes before washing it off. It's recommended use is 2 - 3 time a week.

I tried this on the back of my hand first and the shimmery gold is really very fun! Texture-wise, it applies really smoothly, creating a nice layer over my skin. The fragrance on this is quite strong, which is a given for most Elizavecca products that I've tried. 

Performance

TIL my skin tone is gold. Muahaha. It's mostly to do with my phone camera though. XD I enjoyed applying the mask pack over my skin. It didn't dry out too quickly too, which allowed me to apply a somewhat film layer all over my skin. 

After about 20 minutes, my skin had turned really white! It dried to a white, powder-like texture that kinds of flake a little.  I really wasn't expecting the mask to have a clay-mask like texture when it dried. It also didn't suck of any moisture from my face as it changed color, which was an odd thing! I really enjoyed having the mask on my face and I didn't feel like my skin was cracking (looking at you Innisfree clay masks). Lol. 

After washing it off, I noticed that my skin tone was kinda evened out, which was very nice. I was dumb and didn't do a before-after shot though. My pores were also clean and my face felt more refreshed. I didn't need to follow this up with a second cleanser since it washed off easily with water.

This Elizavecca Kangsi Mask is supposed to manage pores and exfoliate for clean skin texture. It helps by flushing out environmental toxins, dirty and debris that can clog pores and brighten and reduce hyperpigmentation while evening out skin tone. It also claims to balance the skin's natural hydration levels.

Does it do what it promises? Well, sorta! It helps tighten pores (temporarily) and exfoliates and removes dead skin. It's brightening effect is only temporary though, but I wasn't really expecting it to clear up my hyperpigmentations within just one use! I've been using this once a week for a few weeks and my opinion of this is quite positive! I actually enjoy this out of everything else from the brand I use. Definitely one of my favorite masks now! ^^ Now I just got to find a place that sells this and ships to Malaysia!

Shop: Elizavecca

Verdict: 9/10

Repurchase: Maybe!

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