While I’m a fan of pretty much every skincare product out there, masks hold a special place in my heart. For years, I treated my skin to exfoliating masks, charcoal formulas and clay variants but I’ve only tried one hydrating mask out. Crazy, right? Since my skin has been particularly dry and finicky this year, I decided to purchase the famed Laneige Water Sleeping Mask. Here is my review.

The mask comes in an ombré, blue jar with a screw-on cap. Usually, jars put me off as it requires one to dip their hands into the formula (which causes so much contamination!) but this mask comes with a tiny spatula to prevent that issue. The packaging is double-walled and weighted, which makes it seem luxurious and sturdy at the same time. The ingredients and directions for use are mentioned on the back of the jar as well as on the accompanying box.

Speaking of the ingredients, this formula is jam-packed with some incredible ones. Sodium hyaluronate and glycerin work to hydrate the skin, while beta-glucan tackles signs of irritation. Cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone, which are silicones, prevent water loss and are responsible for the texture of the mask. The formula also contains ascorbyl glucoside, a water-soluble form of vitamin C that helps with pigmentation, and zinc sulfate, which has proven to be effective for mild-to-moderate acne. The only downside to the entire ingredient list is the addition of fragrance.

Since this is a sleeping mask, I applied it as the last step in my nighttime routine. While I expected the formula to be thick and occlusive, it was surprisingly lightweight. The gel-like consistency allowed the mask to spread easily across my skin and imparted a cooling sensation. In a few minutes, it dried down completely to a matte finish, without leaving behind a sticky film as many masks do. I truly appreciated this as I hate it when my skincare ends up more on my pillowcase than on my face! A little goes a long way with this formula so be sure to only scoop out a small amount. The added fragrance is definitely noticeable at first but dissipates quickly.

As instructed, I left the mask on overnight and woke up to healthier skin. In just one use, my skin looked plumper and felt more hydrated. Over time, I’ve noticed that I no longer wake up to flaky patches on my cheeks, which is a big win. Another major plus point is that this mask hasn’t triggered my acne at all. I would still recommend carrying out a patch test before applying it all over but hopefully, you shouldn’t face a problem. It hasn’t really helped with my hyperpigmentation but honestly, I wasn’t expecting it to.

Weightless, hydrating and refreshing, this sleeping mask is one that will work for most skin types, barring those that are sensitive to fragrance. Those with combination-to-oily skin can use it in place of their nighttime moisturiser, while dry-skinned folks like me can layer it over their hydrating serums and creams. I’ve been applying it twice a week and have no regrets about this purchase!

Price: USD 25.00 /INR 1850.00

Key Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Ascorbyl Glucoside and Zinc Sulfate

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