ROUND LAB 1025 DOKDO MUD PACK 100ML

100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · FA-Safe (checked against the declared INCI, no fatty esters/oils found) · Pregnancy-Safe (no retinoids, salicylic acid, hydroquinone, or chemical UV filters in the declared list) · Fragrance-Free (no Fragrance/Parfum or named essential oil found).

If you've spent years scrubbing your T-zone raw chasing "clean" pores in Mauritius's humidity, only to watch them look just as visible by afternoon, this is a familiar and frustrating loop — the mask targets the sebum/debris part of that cycle without the raw, stripped aftermath a harsher scrub leaves.

Pros: genuinely high clay content rather than a "clay-scented gel," soothing agents built into the base so it doesn't dry to a cracking crust, dual sea-water/land-mineral sourcing story, straightforward once-or-twice-weekly use. Caveats: exact clay percentage on this specific batch's printed label was not independently confirmed beyond aggregated third-party listings; no independent clinical pore-size data exists (this is a cosmetic mask, not a dermatologist-administered treatment); dry or reactive skin should patch test and limit frequency.

In Mauritius heat, the shine you see by midday is sebum and sweat doing their job, not "dirt" — but the instinct to scrub it away more often strips the skin's acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5), which triggers compensatory oil production and makes the next day's shine worse, not better.

This mask breaks that cycle differently from a harsh scrub or a third daily cleanse: Kaolin and Bentonite physically bind and lift excess sebum and surface debris from pores during a single, time-limited application, while Panthenol and Allantoin sit in the same formula to reduce the tight, stripped feeling a clay mask can otherwise leave. Used as a weekly reset rather than a daily habit, it addresses the oil buildup without adding to the over-cleansing pattern that causes it.

Step 1 (When): AM or PM, 1-2x per week, on cleansed skin. Step 2 (How much): A thin, even layer over the T-zone or full face — enough to see the clay color, not a thick cake. Step 3 (How): Leave 10-15 minutes until just set (not fully hard-cracked), then rinse with lukewarm water using circular fingertip motions.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1) Cleanser → 2) 1025 Dokdo Mud Pack (only on your 1-2 mask days, before toner) → 3) rinse → 4) Toner → 5) Serum/Ampoule → 6) Moisturizer → 7) Sunscreen. In Mauritius's humid mornings, apply your hydrating toner immediately after rinsing off the mask — humectants like glycerin and Betaine draw moisture from the humid air rather than pulling it from deeper skin layers, which offsets any post-clay tightness.

1) Oil cleanser (if wearing SPF/makeup) → 2) Water cleanser → 3) 1025 Dokdo Mud Pack (mask nights only) → 4) rinse → 5) Toner → 6) Serum → 7) Moisturizer. Because this is a weekly treatment rather than a nightly step, it does not occupy a lane in a 4-night skin-cycling schedule — schedule it on a night with no other exfoliating acid or retinoid to avoid compounding dryness.

Technique: Apply with clean fingers or a mask brush in a thin, even layer — avoid the eye area and lips. Do not let it fully crack and flake before rinsing; that stage pulls more moisture out than the pore-clearing benefit justifies.

Wait time: 10-15 minutes, or until the mask feels set but still slightly tacky to the touch — this is when clay's absorbency peaks without over-drying. Skin state: apply to clean, dry or slightly damp skin. Hands deliver 100% of product; a cotton pad is not used for a mask format.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global execution rules: viscosity ladder runs thinnest to thickest (water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals); wait-time defaults are 10-20s for watery layers, 30-60s for serums, 10-15 minutes before sunscreen if heading outdoors; default amounts are 5-8 drops for toner/essence, 2-3 drops or 1 pump for serum, 1-2 peas for cream, and the two-finger rule for sunscreen. If a routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than adding more.

AM Maximum Stack: 1. Rinse/Gentle Cleanse (optional) → 2. pH-Prep Toner (optional) → 3. Hydrating Toner Layers (optional, 1-3) → 4. Essence (optional) → 5. Mist (optional) → 6. Booster/Soothing Serum (optional) → 7. Antioxidant Lane (optional, choose one) → 8. Pigment Support Lane (optional, choose one) → 9. Hydration Serum Lane (optional) → 10. Oil-Control Lane (optional, choose one) → 11. Peptide/Repair Lane (optional) → 12. Eye Cream (optional) → 13. Moisturizer → 14. Optional Sealing Layer (dry/AC only) → 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → 16. Lip SPF (optional). This mud pack sits as an occasional pre-toner treatment, not a daily-stack member. In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional) → 2. Oil Cleanser/Balm (if SPF/makeup) → 3. Water Cleanser → 4. Mud Pack (mask nights only, here) → 5. pH-Prep Toner → 6. Hydrating Toner Layers → 7. Essence → 8. Soothing Serum → 9. Anchor active/treatment → 10. Targeted Serum (if non-conflicting) → 11. Moisturizer → 12. Sleeping Mask (optional) → 13. Occlusive Seal (optional) → 14. Spot Treatment (as needed) → 15. Lip Sleeping Mask (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night. One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

This is a thick, spreadable clay paste — the heaviest-viscosity item in a routine, but it is rinsed off rather than layered under anything, so standard "thin-to-thick" layering rules don't apply to it the way they do to a leave-on cream.

It occupies its own standalone slot before toner, not stacked with any other product. Phase compatibility: water-phase clay/mineral suspension — no oils, so it rinses cleanly without residue.

Rest days: at least 2-3 days between uses so the skin barrier can recover from the clay's absorbency. Overuse warning: using it daily or on consecutive days does not clear pores faster — it strips the barrier and typically increases compensatory oiliness within a week.

Before starting this mask, your routine should already include a gentle daily cleanser and a moisturizer — a clay mask on top of an already-stripped, moisturizer-free routine compounds dryness rather than helping.

If your skin stings on moisturizer or shows visible flaking, your barrier is below the threshold for a clay mask — start with a plain barrier moisturizer for a week first.

Enlarged/congested pores: Kaolin and Bentonite absorb sebum and loosen surface debris sitting in the pore opening, giving a temporary visual tightening. Excess shine: the clay's oil-absorbing action reduces surface sebum for several hours after rinsing.

Secondary benefit: Panthenol and Allantoin provide mild soothing during the treatment itself. What this cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pore size (pore appearance is governed by structure and elasticity, not a wash-off mask), cannot "detox" the skin in a medical sense, and cannot replace consistent gentle cleansing as the primary oil-control step.

Primary pick — hydrating toner to use right after rinsing: ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner (500ml) replenishes the deep-sea-water hydration this mask's clay draws down. Alternatives: APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Facial Toner, ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Pad (120ml), or a plain water-based toner from your existing routine.

Primary pick — gentle daily cleanser to use before masking: ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleanser (150ml). Alternatives: Anua Heartleaf Succinic Cleansing Foam, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam, Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Gentle Gel Cleanser.

Pilling pairs: not applicable — this is rinsed off before any other product is applied, so it does not pill with anything.

MYTH: "A clay mask pulls toxins out of your skin." REALITY: it absorbs surface sebum and loose debris sitting in the pore opening — there is no clinical mechanism by which a topical clay mask removes systemic "toxins."

MYTH: "Leaving it on until it's fully cracked and dry gives better results." REALITY: fully dried clay pulls water from the skin itself, not just sebum, which is why it can leave skin feeling tighter and more irritated, not cleaner.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November) increases airborne PM2.5; since this mask is rinsed off rather than left on skin, it does not trap particulate the way a tacky leave-on product would. Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region — hard water can leave a mineral film after rinsing off the clay, so following with a toner helps counteract any residual tightness.

*Emerging: brand-stated mineral benefits of sea water/sea salt in this exact formula are not independently confirmed by a published clinical study found during this research pass.

Full INCI list (aggregated from third-party ingredient-listing sites; ROUND LAB's own page and INCIDecoder could not be directly fetched in this environment, so treat this as medium-confidence): Kaolin, Glycerin, Water, Bentonite, Trehalose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sea Water, Sea Salt, Allantoin, Panthenol, Lactobacillus, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum.

The exact printed order past the clay/humectant block is a formulation-convention estimate, not read directly off the physical tube — treat the 1% line placement as approximate.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, and Ethylhexylglycerin form a paraben-free, glycol-based preservative/booster system commonly used across the ROUND LAB catalog.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no Fragrance/Parfum entry or named essential oil found in the aggregated INCI. Scent: a faint, mineral/earthy clay smell typical of kaolin-bentonite masks, not a spoilage sign.

Intensity: 1/5, dissipates within seconds of rinsing. EU 26 allergen screen: none detected in the declared INCI checked this pass. Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no ethanol or denatured alcohol found.

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body. (Note: the Lactobacillus listed is a bacterial ferment ingredient, not an animal-derived one.)

Cruelty-Free: ROUND LAB's cruelty-free status carries genuinely conflicting third-party reporting — some cruelty-free directories describe the brand as cruelty-free, others report the brand did not respond to certifier outreach and no formal certification could be confirmed.* *This is not a resolved claim either way; Adilsons is not presenting it as certified or as a confirmed brand-stated policy.

Reef safety: not a UV-filter product, so this section is not applicable in the sunscreen sense; the formula contains no oxybenzone/octinoxate. Microplastic-Free: Yes — Cellulose Gum and Xanthan Gum are plant-derived thickeners, not synthetic microplastic polymers.

MFDS classification: General Cosmetic — no evidence found of Functional Cosmetic registration for pore/sebum claims on this SKU. Clinical evidence: brand markets "40% high mud content" and mineral-richness from Ulleungdo/Dokdo sea water; no independently published clinical study on this exact formula was found during this research pass.

Evidence confidence: Medium for the clay mechanism itself (kaolin/bentonite oil absorption is well-established cosmetic chemistry); Marketing-Only* for specific "72 types of minerals" claims tied to the sea water. *Brand-marketed ingredient-count claims of this kind are not independently verified per-batch.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Safe — no fatty esters, fatty alcohols, or oils typically flagged on Malassezia-feeding ingredient lists were found in the declared INCI.

Assessment: None — this product is rinsed off before any subsequent step is applied, so it cannot pill against another product.

Fresh color is an earthy grey-brown from the kaolin/bentonite blend; a color shift toward very dark grey/black, or a sour smell replacing the mild mineral scent, are spoilage signs, not normal variation. Store away from direct bathroom heat and humidity with the cap tightly closed between uses — clay masks can dry out at the tube opening if left uncapped.

If the texture separates into a watery layer on top and hardened clay below and no longer remixes with shaking or stirring, discard it. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before your first full-face application. If adverse reaction occurs: stop all actives, use only a gentle cleanser and plain moisturizer for 72 hours, then reintroduce one product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning — seek medical care if these occur.

Applying to freshly-exfoliated or actively irritated skin; letting it dry to a hard, cracking crust before rinsing; using it more than 2-3x per week chasing faster pore results; skipping moisturizer afterward because skin "already feels less oily"; applying too close to the eyes and lips where skin is thinner.

Overuse threshold: more than 3x weekly consistently strips the barrier and typically worsens oiliness within 1-2 weeks as skin overcompensates.

At a thin, dime-to-quarter-size layer per use, a 100ml tube provides roughly 25-35 applications. Used at the recommended 1-2x weekly, that's approximately 3-4 months of use; using it daily instead would burn through the tube in under 5 weeks while also over-stripping the skin.

Consider reordering about 2-3 weeks before you expect the tube to run out, to allow for delivery time.

This mask does one job well — mechanical sebum/debris removal from pores — and works best as a weekly reset layered into an otherwise gentle, hydration-forward routine, not as the routine's centerpiece.

If you're in AC most of the day, shorten wear time to 5-8 minutes since AC-dried skin has less moisture reserve to spare. If you just started a new acid exfoliant elsewhere in your routine, skip masking that week — stacking two sebum-targeting/exfoliating steps risks over-stripping. If your T-zone is oily but cheeks are dry, spot-apply to the T-zone only rather than the full face.

Bundle 1 — Pore & Oil Control Routine: 1025 Dokdo Cleanser (AM/PM cleanse) → 1025 Dokdo Mud Pack (1-2x weekly, post-cleanse) → 1025 Dokdo Toner (replenish) → 1025 Dokdo Ampoule (hydration serum).

Bundle 2 — Budget Pore-Care Alternative: SKIN1004 Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam → this mud pack → SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum (AM finish).

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth. The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with this Mud Pack, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you want a gentler wash-off clay option with added soothing botanicals rather than a mineral-forward story, Anua Heartleaf Pore Clay Pack (100ml) pairs 20% Kaolin/3.5% Bentonite with Heartleaf extract for a calmer finish. For a no-mess, single-use format, SKIN1004 Poremizing Quick Clay Stick Mask applies directly from a stick and rinses off in 3 minutes. SOME BY MI Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask is a third alternative built on Kaolin plus matcha leaf water for an antioxidant angle.

This product's PRIMARY function is: mechanical sebum/debris absorption from pores via clay. You do NOT need this if you already own another clay/mud mask you're actively using — finish it first, since clay masks have a shelf life once opened and buying a second one while the first sits unused is wasted spend.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit if run alongside another kaolin/bentonite clay mask (same mechanism); Significant Benefit if your current routine has no dedicated pore-care step at all.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick check for this SKU: genuine ROUND LAB tubes show crisp, evenly-aligned printing with no smudging on the batch code; be cautious of any listing priced well below typical retail, a common counterfeit signal reported for this brand.

ROUND LAB's positioning is unusual among K-beauty brands in that it names a real geographic source for each sub-line rather than leaning on one umbrella "hero ingredient" across the whole catalog. The 1025 Dokdo line specifically draws its name and marketing from the Dokdo/Ulleungdo island area deep-sea water, framed as rich in naturally-occurring minerals.

Community reviews for this specific product (the 1025 Dokdo Mud Pack, 100ml) were not yet findable on Reddit, Amazon, or YesStyle at the time of this research pass — the only descriptions of this exact SKU found were brand and retailer product-page copy, not independent customer reviews. We are stating that plainly rather than inventing plausible-sounding quotes.

What is documented is the brand's own positioning: a high (~40%) mud content aimed at deep pore cleansing without excessive stripping, drawing on the same deep-sea-water sourcing story as the rest of the 1025 Dokdo line.

Sustainability: rinse the tube empty and check local recycling guidance for mixed-plastic tube packaging; not a refillable format.

Can I use this every day? No — daily use strips the barrier and typically increases oiliness within a week or two; 1-2x weekly is the ceiling for most skin types.

Will this shrink my pores permanently? No — pore size is structural; the mask gives a temporary tightened appearance by clearing debris and sebum, not a lasting size change.

Can I use it on dry skin? With caution and a shorter wear time (5-8 minutes) — clay's absorbency competes with the moisture dry skin needs to retain.

Does it have a scent? A faint, mild mineral/earthy clay smell is normal; a strong sour or chemical smell is not.

Is it the same formula as other ROUND LAB Dokdo masks (e.g. the Dokdo Sleeping Pack)? No — this is a wash-off mud/clay mask, distinct from a leave-on overnight sleeping pack; check the exact product name before assuming interchangeability.

Kaolin

A mild, absorbent white clay commonly used in cosmetics to draw up excess oil.

Bentonite

A stronger-absorbing volcanic clay, often paired with kaolin for oil control.

Sebum

The natural oil your skin produces; not the same as dirt.

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally slightly-acidic protective surface layer (pH 4.5-5.5).

Panthenol

Pro-Vitamin B5, a common soothing and moisture-supporting ingredient.

Allantoin

A calming, skin-conditioning ingredient often paired with clay to offset dryness.

Ferment/postbiotic

Beneficial byproducts of fermentation, distinct from live bacteria.

PAO

Period After Opening — the printed jar symbol showing months of safe use once opened.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: oily/combination skin in Mauritius's humidity who wants a weekly pore-and-oil reset without a harsh scrub. Not ideal as a first purchase for dry, sensitive, or barrier-compromised skin.

Key benefits: genuinely high clay content, a soothing base (Panthenol/Allantoin) built in rather than added as an afterthought, straightforward once-or-twice-weekly use, fragrance-free formula.

Keep in mind: no independently published clinical data on this exact formula; findable customer reviews for this specific SKU were sparse at the time of writing; overuse works against you, not for you.