My skin: 28 y.o., combination, some early signs of aging.
I bought these masks as a set that came in an adorable milk carton (cute packaging is a big strong point of Korean beauty). I was very surprised when the mailman brought me a giant box for just a few masks, and turns out that’s because of how the set is packaged. They are all available individually on eBay, Amazon and Cosmetic-love, which is nice if you have specific needs. I like purchasing sets or variety packs to get a good feel for the line of products.
All of the masks contain milk extract, which hydrates and prevents dryness (a great thing in the colder months, but also needed in the summer).
The masks can be bought on eBay, Amazon, and Cosmetic-love
The masks are quite interesting. Of course, the packaging is adorable. The serum (what the masks are saturated with) is in a form of a thick gel. There’s enough for the neck and also arms, and it feels really nice. The manufacturer boasts of “air pocket” technology which allows air flow through the material of the mask. This improves adhesion. That definitely seems to work, as I never had non-hydrogel masks adhere this well. If you are a multi-tasking type, you could probably do dishes or laundry while wearing this. I’m way too lazy for that and believe in the need for relaxation, even if it’s just 15-20 minutes.
How to use:
Apply to a clean face after toner
Relax for 15-20 minutes
Remove and discard the mask, pat in the remaining essence
Follow with the rest of your routine
Sometimes, if I feel like my skin is sticky, I’ll splash on some water between steps 3 and 4. To me, in 20 minutes the skin has absorbed all it needed, and the remainder can be rinsed off guilt free.
A few words about the “flavors” of the masks (ah, this makes me hungry!). I’ll include a list of all ingredients, by type, at the very end of the review.
Banana Milk Sheet Mask (Nourishing)
Contains banana extract to nourish and revive the skin, plus royal jelly extract to soothe and hydrate. Smells superbly like a fresh banana.
Coconut Milk Sheet Mask (Moisturizing)
Contains rich in vitamin B coconut extract plus Tremella Fuciformis extract which hydrates and softens the skin and improves elasticity.
Coffee Milk Sheet Mask (Firming)
Coffee extract improves elasticity and makes the skin smooth and glowing. Hydrolyzed collagen nourishes and prevents sagging. My husband stole this one… sigh… the things we do for love.
Green Tea Milk Sheet Mask (Soothing)
Green tea extract soothes sensitive skin, witch hazel balances oil production for a clear, healthy complexion.
Chocolate Milk Sheet Mask (Smoothing)
Cacao extract gently removes dead skin cells, making the skin smoother. Japanese apricot extract purifies the skin.
Strawberry Milk Sheet Mask (Brightening)
Strawberry extract is rich in vitamin C and makes the skin brighter. Pearl extract effectively combats dullness.
Pure Milk Sheet Mask (Hydrating)
Contains extracts of milk, milk protein and aloe, which exfoliate dead skin cells and hydrate.
The masks are definitely adorable and a great idea if you are trying to introduce someone to Korean skincare. They don’t slide around on the face and don’t drip essence all over the place. The fragrance is quite prominent, which might be an issue for some people, but doesn’t bother me. The smells are pleasant and definitely make me crave some dessert. These masks can be bought on eBay, Amazon, and Cosmetic-love
Banana:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, PEG-40 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Milk Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Ferment Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance
Coffee:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, PEG-40 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract, Milk Extract, Adenosine, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Ferment Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance
Coconut: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, PEG-40 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Milk Extract, Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Ferment Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance
Green tea:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, PEG-40 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Milk Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Ferment Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance
Chocolate: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, PEG-40 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Milk Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Ferment Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance
Strawberry: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, PEG-40 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Fragaria Chiloensis (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Milk Extract, Pearl Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Ferment Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance
Pure: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, PEG-40 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Milk Protein Extract, Milk Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Ferment Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance