SKIN1004 ZOMBIE BEAUTY BY SKIN1004 PUMPKIN PACK (4G*16EA)
SKIN1004 Zombie Beauty Pumpkin Pack is a leave-on, no-rinse overnight gel mask sold as 16 individual 4g sachets, built around a retailer-stated 61% Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract alongside Honey, Propolis, Royal Jelly, Centella Asiatica and Ceramide NP. Applied as the last step of your PM routine, it delivers overnight hydration and a softer, plumper morning texture without needing to be washed off. In Mauritius's air-conditioned nights, this is the "wake up feeling tight" fix rather than a daily driver. It contains added Fragrance and multiple bee-derived ingredients (Honey, Propolis, Royal Jelly), so it is not vegan and is not a fit if you have a bee-product or pollen allergy, are fragrance-sensitive, or are managing active fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis).
At-a-Glance (Is this for you?)
Values You Can Trust: 100% Genuine (Adilsons sourcing guarantee) / Halal-Friendly* (self-assessed) / Cruelty-Free (PETA-listed, brand-wide)*. Not vegan β see Section 26. Not FA-Safe β see Section 30B.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKIN1004 |
| Product Type | Leave-on overnight gel mask (sachet format) |
| Net Volume | 16 x 4g sachets, 64g total |
| Key Ingredients | Pumpkin Fruit Extract (retailer-stated 61%*), Honey/Propolis/Royal Jelly, Centella Asiatica, Adenosine, Ceramide NP |
| Skin Types | Dry, dehydrated, normal, combination; use with caution if oily/acne-prone or fungal-acne-prone |
| Primary Concern | Overnight dehydration and dullness |
| AM/PM Suitability | PM only |
| Routine Complexity | Straightforward |
| MFDS Classification | General Cosmetic (retailer-stated, not independently checked against the MFDS registry) |
*Cruelty-Free: SKIN1004 is listed on PETA's own published "Beauty Without Bunnies" database, which we checked directly rather than relying on a brand claim alone. SKIN1004 also sells through Tmall in mainland China, where post-market animal testing can legally apply; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt, but this has not been confirmed per sales channel.
The AC-Dehydration Reset: Waking up with a tight, papery feeling after a night in air conditioning is not your skin being "naturally dry" β it is transepidermal water loss outpacing what your usual moisturiser replaces overnight. This mask's honey, glycerin, betaine and sodium hyaluronate are humectants layered specifically to hold water in the skin through 6-8 hours of dry indoor air.
Pros: No-rinse convenience, genuinely hydrating humectant stack, individually sealed sachets are hygienic and travel-friendly, soothing Centella base suits reactive skin on non-active nights.
Caveats: Contains added fragrance, is not fungal-acne safe, is not vegan, and the sachet format generates more single-use plastic per application than a jar or tube.
Age and Tween Suitability (Parental Guide)
Classification: YELLOW β appropriate for teens (roughly 14+) once a basic cleanser-moisturiser-SPF routine is already established, not RED. The formula's only MFDS-recognized functional ingredient, Adenosine, is a mild cell-communicating/soothing ingredient at an undisclosed (likely low) concentration, not a clinical-strength exfoliant or retinoid.
The real caution for younger users is the bee-derived trio (Honey, Propolis, Royal Jelly) and added Fragrance β both are more common causes of a first-time reaction in teens than the pumpkin extract itself. Patch-test before full-face use on a teen who has never used a bee-product-containing cosmetic before.
Low-Energy and Burnout Viability (For tough days)
Compatibility checklist: Bedside-compatible (yes β no sink needed), requires rinsing (no), requires precise dosage (no β one sachet is pre-portioned for the full face), usable with unwashed hands in a pinch (yes, though cleansed skin absorbs better), requires wait time (minimal).
On a night when a full routine feels like too much, this can function as a single-product PM routine on its own β it is a real minimum-viable option, not just a "nice to have" layer. The one sensory caveat: the gel can feel tacky on the pillow if applied too close to bedtime, so give it 20-30 minutes before lying down if you skip the wait.
Quick Start (60-Second Essentials)
- When: PM only, as the final step of your evening routine.
- How much: One 4g sachet is a full-face-and-neck dose β do not split or ration it across multiple nights once opened.
- How: Tear open, spread evenly over cleansed (ideally toned) skin, avoiding the immediate eye and lip line, and leave on overnight.
The One Rule: 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.
AM Routine Guide (Morning sequence)
This product does not have an AM role. It is a PM-only overnight mask; using it in the morning under makeup or sunscreen wastes product, since it is formulated to sit undisturbed for hours, not to be layered under SPF and cosmetics.
Your AM routine should instead close with a real UV filter. If you don't already have one from SKIN1004, the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ML shares the same Centella base and layers well under makeup in Mauritius humidity.
PM Routine Guide (Evening sequence)
- Cleanser (double-cleanse if wearing sunscreen or makeup).
- Hydrating toner or essence (optional).
- SKIN1004 Zombie Beauty Pumpkin Pack β final step, in place of your usual night moisturiser.
Because this mask has no acids, retinoids, or Vitamin C, it does not need to sit in a skin-cycling rotation the way an active product would β its main scheduling rule is frequency (2-3 nights/week), not lane conflicts. Avoid using it on the same night as a strong exfoliant or retinoid product from elsewhere in your routine simply to reduce total irritation load, not because the ingredients chemically fight each other.
How to Use (Amounts, technique, and tips)
| Area | Amount |
|---|---|
| Full face + neck | One 4g sachet (do not split) |
Technique: Spread in an even layer using fingertips, patting rather than rubbing into the skin β rubbing generates friction that can irritate a soothing-focused formula without adding any benefit.
Required skin state: Clean, ideally toned skin. Apply 20-30 minutes before lying down so the gel has time to absorb and won't transfer heavily to your pillowcase.
Hands vs. tools: Hands deliver essentially all of the product to your skin. If the box you receive did not include an application brush, using clean fingertips is equally effective β a brush is a convenience, not a requirement for results.
Routine Encyclopedia (Where every product type fits)
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 rules: viscosity ladder runs thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20 seconds, serum layers 30-60 seconds, before sunscreen 10-15 minutes if heading outdoors. 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 (1-3, optional), (4) Essence (optional), (5) Mist (optional), (6) Soothing Serum (optional), (7) Antioxidant lane β pick one, (8) Pigment-support lane β pick one, (9) Hydration-serum lane, (10) Oil-control lane β pick one, (11) Peptide/repair lane, (12) Eye product, (13) Moisturizer, (14) Optional sealing layer, (15) Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable), (16) Lip SPF. In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking β 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) pH-Prep Toner (optional), (5) Hydrating Toner layers (optional), (6) Essence (optional), (7) Soothing/Barrier serum (optional), (8) Anchor product β this is where the Pumpkin Pack sits, used as a thin-to-medium gel layer with no fixed wait time before sleep since nothing else is layered on top, (9) Targeted serum (skip if using this mask, since it replaces the moisturizer step), (10) Moisturizer (skip if using this mask), (11) Sleeping mask (this product), (12) Occlusive seal (skip β redundant with this mask), (13) Spot treatment (as needed), (14) Lip sleeping mask (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.
Lane strictness: one-lane rule β Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration modules like this mask can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane (barrier/hydration) and reduce layers.
Viscosity and Layering Science (Where it fits)
This mask sits at the medium gel-cream tier β thicker than a toner or essence, comparable to or slightly lighter than a standard night cream. Apply it after any toner or serum step and before nothing else; it is designed to be the final layer of your PM routine.
The formula is thickened with a blend of acrylate-family polymers (Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate) rather than heavy waxes or silicones, which is why it feels like a gel rather than a rich cream despite its nourishing ingredient list.
Weekly Planner (Scheduling use)
| Day | PM |
|---|---|
| Mon | Standard moisturiser |
| Tue | Pumpkin Pack |
| Wed | Standard moisturiser |
| Thu | Pumpkin Pack |
| Fri | Standard moisturiser |
| Sat | Pumpkin Pack (or another gentle option) |
| Sun | Standard moisturiser |
Rest days: using it nightly is not dangerous, but it is not necessary either β the nourishing texture is designed for intermittent overnight recovery, not daily maintenance. Overuse warning: using it every single night does not accelerate results; it just increases the odds of feeling greasy on waking, especially for combination or oily skin.
What to Expect (Results timeline)
| Phase | Timeframe | What You Will Notice |
|---|---|---|
| Immediate | 0-24h | Skin feels visibly softer and more hydrated on waking; this is surface humectant effect, not structural change. |
| Adjustment | Week 1-2 | Most people notice no adjustment period since there are no exfoliating actives; discontinue if you see redness or itching, which points to a fragrance or bee-product sensitivity rather than "purging." |
| Consistent Use | Week 4-6 | With 2-3x/week use, skin texture and radiance may look more consistently even, driven by ongoing hydration rather than any single dramatic change. |
| Maintenance Plateau | Ongoing | Results stabilize with continued use; using more sachets per week than recommended does not add further gains, only more risk of a heavy, tacky finish. |
Who Should Use This (Clinical triage)
Before starting this product, your routine should already include: a gentle cleanser and a daily moisturiser. This mask is a supplemental overnight treatment, not a foundation-level step, and adding it before those basics are in place skips the moisturising habit that actually matters most.
| Tier | Condition |
|---|---|
| PROCEED IF | Barrier intact, no known bee-product/pollen allergy, not currently managing active fungal acne, comfortable with added fragrance. |
| PAUSE IF | Currently purging or reacting to a different new product β isolate variables first. |
| STOP/CONSULT IF | Known allergy to honey, propolis, or bee stings; active eczema flare; diagnosed fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis). |
Skin Type Compatibility
| Skin Type | Compatibility | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dry / Dehydrated | Excellent | The primary intended use case β humectant-plus-lipid stack addresses both water loss and lipid depletion. |
| Normal | Good | Works well as an occasional overnight treatment rather than nightly staple. |
| Combination | Good, with a caveat | Apply a thinner layer on the T-zone or reserve for dry cheek areas only. |
| Oily / Acne-Prone | Use with caution | The gel is lighter than a cream but still nourishing; a thin layer or 1-2x/week frequency is safer than the full 2-3x/week default. |
| Fungal-Acne-Prone | Not recommended | Contains Olive Fruit Oil, Shea Butter, and other lipids flagged as Malassezia-feeding β see Section 30B. |
Targeted Concerns (What it treats)
- Dehydration: Glycerin, Betaine, Trehalose, and Sodium Hyaluronate draw and hold water in the upper skin layers.
- Dullness: Well-hydrated skin scatters light more evenly, which reads as "glow" β this is a hydration effect, not a pigment-correcting one.
- Barrier support (secondary): Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, and Phytosphingosine are skin-identical lipids that help reinforce the barrier alongside the humectants.
What this product cannot do: it cannot fade dark spots or even out uneven tone (no niacinamide, Vitamin C, or arbutin at any disclosed concentration), cannot exfoliate in any clinically meaningful way despite marketing language about pumpkin enzymes, and cannot replace a dedicated barrier-repair product if your barrier is already compromised β see the Barrier Index Gate above.
Best Paired With (Synergistic pairings)
- SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ML β removes sunscreen and makeup as your first PM step so the mask isn't applied over residue. Use PM only, before your water-based cleanser.
- Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250ml β a hydrating base layer that primes skin before the mask seals moisture in. Use PM, 5-8 drops, 10-20 seconds before the mask.
- SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ML β protects the hydration this mask builds overnight from being undone by daytime UV exposure. Use AM only, as your final step.
Pilling pairs: avoid applying a heavy occlusive balm or a silicone-based primer-style product underneath this mask β two thick, film-forming layers stacked together are the most common cause of pilling on skin. If you must layer, wait a full minute between the two and pat rather than rub.
Stress, Cortisol and Your Skin
Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which breaks down collagen, increases transepidermal water loss, and can trigger inflammatory breakouts β all of which compound the dehydration this mask is designed to counter. Centella Asiatica's documented calming effect on irritated skin makes this a reasonable choice specifically on nights following a stressful or high-cortisol day, when skin tends to look duller and feel tighter than usual.
Wudu and Prayer Compatibility
Assessment: Water-Permeable (Wudu-Compatible). This is a water-based gel, not a wax- or silicone-heavy occlusive film β water can reach the skin surface through it during ablution without needing to be removed first.
Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.
Myth Replacement (Common misconceptions)
MYTH: "A DIY pumpkin face mask from kitchen pumpkin does the same thing." REALITY: Fresh pumpkin puree has an unstable, unmeasured pH and no preservative system, which means inconsistent results at best and irritation or microbial contamination risk at worst β this formulated version stabilizes the extract alongside a proper preservative and humectant system.
MYTH: "61% pumpkin extract means this is basically pure pumpkin." REALITY: The 61% figure is the brand/retailer's stated concentration for the named extract, not a claim about the finished product's total composition β Water and other functional ingredients still make up meaningful portions of the formula. See the ingredient-ordering note in Section 23.
Climate Fit for Mauritius
| Season | Conditions | Adjustment |
|---|---|---|
| Humid Summer (Dec-Mar) | High ambient humidity, but AC bedrooms are still dehydrating | Use 1-2x/week if your bedroom is air-conditioned overnight; skip it on nights you sleep with natural ventilation and already feel humid/oily on waking. |
| Drier Winter (Jun-Sep) | Lower ambient humidity | The full 2-3x/week frequency is appropriate for most dry-to-normal skin. |
| Cyclone Season (Jan-Mar) | Humidity swings, indoor confinement | No specific adjustment needed beyond the general AC note above. |
AC environment warning: in an air-conditioned room, humectants like Sodium Hyaluronate and Glycerin can draw moisture from your own deeper skin layers rather than from the (dry) surrounding air if nothing seals them in. This mask's own gel-cream texture partly serves that sealing role, which is one reason it performs better in AC bedrooms than a plain hydrating toner used alone.
Complete Ingredient Transparency (Key actives + full INCI)
| Ingredient | Evidence Grade | Mechanism |
|---|---|---|
| Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract (retailer-stated 61%*) | Traditional / Emerging | Vitamin- and antioxidant-rich plant extract used for hydration and softening; the marketed exfoliating effect from natural enzymes is a mild, cosmetic-level claim, not equivalent to a chemical exfoliant. |
| Honey / Honey Extract | Traditional / Moderate | Natural humectant with documented antibacterial properties in wound-care literature. |
| Propolis Extract | Traditional / Moderate | Resin-based bee product with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties; also a recognized contact allergen for a minority of users. |
| Royal Jelly Extract | Traditional / Emerging | Amino-acid- and vitamin-rich bee product; robust human clinical data for topical use is limited. |
| Centella Asiatica Extract | Strong | Well-documented soothing and wound-healing actions via madecassoside and asiaticoside compounds; concentration for this SKU not disclosed. |
| Adenosine | Moderate | MFDS-recognized functional (anti-wrinkle) ingredient generally; concentration in this formula is not disclosed. |
| Ceramide NP / Cholesterol / Phytosphingosine | Strong | Skin-identical lipids supporting barrier structure; exact ratio not disclosed for this formula. |
*Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract concentration is a brand/retailer-stated figure repeated across multiple third-party retail and ingredient-reference listings we cross-checked this run, not an independently lab-audited percentage.
Ingredient-ordering note: the full INCI list below places the named Pumpkin Extract before Water. Under the strict descending-concentration convention used in the EU/US, Water would normally be listed first in an aqueous gel. Korean cosmetic labeling permits a brand to declare one "representative" ingredient's stated content ahead of the standard order; this SKU's listing across multiple retailers consistently uses this same ordering, which is consistent with that convention rather than a simple transcription error β but we could not independently confirm this against SKIN1004's own regulatory filing this run.
Full INCI List (cross-referenced across multiple third-party retailer and ingredient-decoder listings during this run; a direct fetch of the brand's own product page was blocked by network restrictions, so treat this as corroborated-but-not-primary-sourced): Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract (61%), Water, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Trehalose, Arginine, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Xanthan Gum, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Fragrance, Honey Extract, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Adenosine, Coco-Glucoside, Honey, Royal Jelly Extract, Disodium EDTA, Caramel, Propolis Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cholesterol, Ceramide NP, Acetylphytosphingosine, Phytosphingosine.
*The 1% line above is our estimate based on typical usage levels for ingredients of these types (gums and chelators like Xanthan Gum and Disodium EDTA are conventionally used well under 1%), not lab-confirmed data. Adenosine, Honey, Propolis Extract, and Royal Jelly Extract all appear below this estimated line despite being marketed as key actives β their inclusion may be present at a trace-to-modest concentration rather than a headline-level one.
Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin function as the primary preservative/antimicrobial system, a common multifunctional-preservative pairing in K-beauty formulas that avoids traditional parabens.
Allergens and Fragrance Disclosure
Fragrance status: Contains added Fragrance (Parfum), plus a naturally-scented Rosa Damascena (rose) Flower Water. This is not a fragrance-free product.
Scent: Described by the retailer and in aggregated online sentiment as honey-like and pleasant; intensity light to moderate.
EU 26 allergen screen: no individual named EU-26 allergen molecule (e.g. Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol) is separately declared in the INCI or disclosed by the brand.
*Based on brand-declared INCI. The term "Fragrance" in the ingredient list may contain undisclosed allergens. Patch test advised for sensitive individuals.
Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free β no SD Alcohol, Alcohol Denat., or ethanol appears in the declared INCI.
Cross-Reactivity and Drug Interactions
This formula contains Honey, Honey Extract, Propolis Extract, and Royal Jelly Extract β all bee-derived. If you have a known allergy to bee stings, bee products, or pollen, patch-test carefully or avoid this product; propolis in particular is a recognized topical contact-allergen for a minority of users, independent of any fragrance sensitivity.
No prescription-drug interaction (tretinoin, isotretinoin, blood thinners) applies to this formula, since it contains no acids, retinoids, or blood-thinning-adjacent botanicals at meaningful concentration.
Conscious and Permissible Formulation
Halal Status: Halal-Friendly*. Honey, propolis, and royal jelly are generally considered permissible bee products in Islamic dietary and cosmetic guidance, and the declared INCI shows no ethanol/denatured alcohol or other haram animal-derived ingredients.
*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.
Vegan Status: Not Vegan. This product contains Honey, Honey Extract, Propolis Extract, and Royal Jelly Extract, all bee-derived. This is worth flagging specifically because SKIN1004 as a brand is covered by PETA's vegan program overall β that brand-wide coverage does not extend to every individual SKU, and this is one of the exceptions.
Cruelty-Free Status: SKIN1004 is listed on PETA's own published "Beauty Without Bunnies" cruelty-free database, which we verified directly rather than relying on a brand claim.* SKIN1004 also sells through Tmall in mainland China, where post-market animal testing can legally apply to a brand's products; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt, but which channel supplies any specific Adilsons unit has not been confirmed.
Microplastic-Free: the acrylate-family thickeners in this formula (Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer) are water-swellable gel-forming polymers, not the solid, insoluble microbead particles (Polyethylene, Nylon-12) that microplastic regulations target β no classic microbead ingredient appears in the declared INCI.
Evidence, Regulation and Claims
MFDS Classification: General Cosmetic, per the retailer's own listing β this SKU's actual MFDS filing was not independently checked against the Korean MFDS registry this run. Adenosine is a well-established MFDS-recognized functional (anti-wrinkle) ingredient in general, but that does not mean this specific product is registered or marketed as a Functional Cosmetic.
Clinical evidence: no product-specific clinical trial, sample size, or named research institution was found for this exact SKU. The benefits described rest on the generally well-documented properties of Centella Asiatica, honey, and ceramide-family lipids as ingredient classes, not a study of this finished formula.
*Evidence Confidence: Medium for the general ingredient science (Centella, ceramides, honey humectancy are well-studied categories); Marketing-Only for the specific "61%" and functional-exfoliation framing, since no independent lab data or clinical trial for this exact product was located.
Product Identity and Provenance
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| English Name | SKIN1004 Zombie Beauty Pumpkin Pack |
| Korean Name | μ€ν¨μ²μ¬ μ’λΉλ·°ν° νν¨ν© (romanized: Seukin-cheonsa Jombi-byuti Peomkin-paek) β per the retailer listing, not independently re-verified against a Korean-language brand source this run |
| Brand / Line | SKIN1004 / Zombie Beauty |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
| Net Volume | 16 x 4g sachets (64g total) |
| Period After Opening | Use immediately β each sachet is single-use and not designed to be resealed |
Whether Zombie Beauty is a permanent SKIN1004 line or a limited/seasonal release (the pumpkin-and-zombie naming suggests a Halloween-adjacent theme) was not confirmed this run β worth keeping in mind if you are planning to repurchase.
Sensory and Chemical Profile
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Texture | Silky, medium-weight gel |
| pH | Not publicly disclosed by any source we could verify this run |
| Absorption | Moderate β needs 20-30 minutes to settle before it stops feeling tacky |
| Finish | Moisturised, slightly glowy, non-matte |
| Scent | Honey-like, light to moderate intensity |
30B FA Safety: FA-Conditional, leaning Unsafe. Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil and Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter are commonly flagged on fungal-acne-safety trackers as ambiguous-to-risky lipids for Malassezia-prone skin. Arginine (in the presence of other lipids) and Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate (a C12/lauric-acid-chain emulsifier β Malassezia yeast preferentially feeds on C11-C24 fatty-acid esters) add further conditional risk, per a search-engine summary of a fungal-acne ingredient-safety reference site this run (the source page itself could not be directly fetched to double-check the summary). Squalane, also present, is broadly considered FA-safe on its own β but it does not offset the other flagged ingredients in the same formula.
Pilling Risk and Texture Mechanics
Assessment: Low-to-Medium. On its own, over a properly absorbed toner/essence base, this mask should not pill. Risk rises if you apply it over a heavy silicone-based product or before it has fully absorbed.
Mitigation: apply to lightly damp (not wet) skin, wait a beat after any prior serum step, and pat rather than rub.
Stability, Spoilage and Oxidation
Color baseline: expect a light, translucent gel typical of Centella/honey-based formulas. A significant color darkening or a sour, "off" smell (distinct from the normal honey scent) signals oxidation or microbial spoilage β discard that sachet rather than using it.
Storage: keep the outer box away from direct heat and humidity (avoid storing loose sachets in a steamy bathroom); the individually sealed sachet format protects unopened units well against contamination between uses, which is one of the genuine advantages of this packaging.
Spoilage signs: any sachet with a punctured or bulging seal, a noticeably different color from the rest of the box, or a rancid smell should be discarded β when in doubt, discard.
Safety and Patch Test Protocol
Patch test: apply a small amount from one sachet to your inner forearm or behind your ear and wait 24 hours before your first full-face use, given the bee-derived ingredients and added fragrance.
72-hour barrier reset (if you react): stop all actives. For 72 hours, use only a gentle cleanser, a plain moisturiser, and mineral SPF β no acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce one product at a time, waiting 14 days between each.
Emergency stop signals: hives, facial swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty warrant discontinuing immediately and seeking medical care β these can indicate a genuine bee-product or fragrance allergy rather than routine irritation.
Troubleshooting Guide
| If You Experience | Likely Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Sticky pillow / bedding | Applied too close to bedtime or too thick a layer | Apply 20-30 minutes before lying down and use one thin, even layer. |
| Skin feels too rich in the morning | Overnight nourishing gel is doing its job, possibly on skin that didn't need it that night | Use a thinner layer, or reserve use for nights skin genuinely feels dehydrated. |
| Redness or itching after first use | Bee-product or fragrance sensitivity, not "purging" | Discontinue and follow the 72-Hour Barrier Reset above. |
| Small bumps in usual breakout areas | Possible congestion from the lipid/oil content, especially on oily/combo skin | Reduce to 1x/week or switch to a lighter, non-oil-containing overnight option. |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Splitting one sachet across two nights β the pre-portioned amount is calibrated for a single full-face application, and an opened sachet is not designed to be resealed.
- Using it every single night out of a "more is better" instinct β 2-3x/week is the intended cadence.
- Applying it as an AM step under makeup β it is formulated to sit undisturbed overnight, not to wear under cosmetics.
- Skipping the patch test because "it's just a mask" β bee-derived ingredients and added fragrance are two of the more common cosmetic-allergy triggers, regardless of product format.
- Assuming the "brush" some third-party listings mention comes in every box β Adilsons' listing is 16 sachets in a box; if a brush isn't included, clean fingertips work just as well.
Usage Economics (How long it lasts)
Volume: 16 x 4g sachets, one sachet per full-face application.
Lifespan: at the recommended 2-3x/week frequency, one box lasts roughly 5-8 weeks. Using it nightly instead of the recommended cadence would use up the whole box in just over two weeks, without producing faster or better results.
Reorder timing: plan to reorder when you have 2-3 sachets left, since delivery in Mauritius typically takes several business days.
Complete Your Routine (Exact routine + pairings)
Soothing overnight PM routine: (1) SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ML to remove sunscreen/makeup β massage on dry skin, emulsify with water, rinse; (2) Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250ml, 5-8 drops, wait 10-20 seconds; (3) SKIN1004 Zombie Beauty Pumpkin Pack as your final step, one sachet, no wait time needed since nothing layers on top.
If you are in AC all night: use the mask 2-3x/week rather than 1x, since AC air pulls moisture out of skin faster than a naturally humid room does. If your skin currently stings on your regular moisturiser: pause and address barrier repair first β see the Clinical Triage section above β rather than adding a nourishing mask on top of already-compromised skin. If you already own a rich night cream or another sleeping mask: finish that one first; running two overnight treatments in parallel is redundant, not additive.
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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with the Pumpkin 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.
Is This the Best Choice? (Mindful alternatives)
This pumpkin-and-honey mask is a strong pick for occasional intensive hydration with a fragranced, nourishing feel. If your priorities differ, consider these verified in-catalog alternatives:
- For a barrier-focused, fragrance-considered option: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Sleeping Pack 100ML β built on the same brand's Centella base without the bee-derived ingredients, better suited if you have any bee-product sensitivity.
- For overnight brightening focus: COSRX Ultimate Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask β rice-extract-led formula aimed more at tone evenness than pure hydration.
- For a firming, peel-off-film texture: Medicube Collagen Night Wrapping Mask 75ml β a different application experience (gel that sets into a film) if you want a firming angle alongside hydration.
Why Choose This Over the Alternative?
Choose the Pumpkin Pack over the Hyalu-Cica Sleeping Pack if you specifically want the honey/propolis humectant profile and don't have a bee-product sensitivity β the trade-off is losing the fragrance-considered, bee-ingredient-free simplicity of the Sleeping Pack.
| Upgrade Axis | Better in Pumpkin Pack | Trade-off | Who Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humectant density | Honey + Betaine + Trehalose + Sodium Hyaluronate stack | Added fragrance, bee-allergen risk | Very dehydrated skin with no bee-product sensitivity |
| Format convenience | Single-use sachets, hygienic and travel-ready | More single-use plastic waste per application than a jar | Frequent travellers or shared-bathroom households |
Don't upgrade to this product if: you have any known bee-product or pollen allergy, you are fragrance-avoidant, you are currently managing active fungal acne, or you already have an unopened, comparable overnight mask at home. If none of those apply and you want the honey-forward sensory experience, this is a reasonable choice; if any do, the Hyalu-Cica Sleeping Pack is the safer default.
The No-Buy Redundancy Check
This product's primary function is overnight humectant hydration plus mild barrier-lipid support. You do not need this if you already own a rich night cream or another sleeping mask you haven't finished β buying a second overnight treatment before your current one is used up is unnecessary duplication, not added benefit.
Stacking assessment: No Benefit if you already run a Centella-based sleeping pack or night cream from any brand (same mechanism); Marginal Benefit if your current night product is a plain moisturiser with no humectant focus; Significant Benefit only if you currently use no PM moisturising step at all.
Sourcing and Authenticity
This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors β 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 verification tips for this SKU: the outer box should show a mix of Korean and English text and 16 individually sealed, intact sachets β a torn or resealed-looking sachet is a red flag. Any printed batch code can be checked at CheckFresh to confirm manufacture date; if the barcode is visible, it should begin with the GS1 prefix 8809576 (Craver Co., Ltd).
About SKIN1004
Parent Company: Craver Corporation. Founded: 2016. Headquarters: South Korea. Hero Ingredient: Madagascar Centella Asiatica, used as a shared base ingredient across most of the brand's catalog.
SKIN1004 built its identity around sourcing Centella Asiatica from Madagascar specifically, positioning it as a soothing, non-comedogenic staple rather than a high-actives clinical brand β the Zombie Beauty line (this product included) is a more playful, novelty-adjacent side line built on bee-derived and fruit-extract ingredients rather than the brand's core Centella-only formulas. The brand also runs "Lab In Nature," a more clinically-positioned sub-line (retinol, niacinamide, azelaic acid) built on the same Centella base. It is not currently confirmed whether SKIN1004 manufactures in-house or through contract manufacturers.
Genuine Community Experiences (Unbiased, real-user feedback)
Honesty note: a prior version of this listing quoted specific attributed reviews (dated Reddit r/AsianBeauty and "Ksisters review" posts) with no verifiable thread or post ID. We could not confirm any of those quotes this run and have removed them rather than repeat them.
Live web search this run surfaced general aggregate sentiment across several third-party K-beauty retailer and review-aggregator listings for this exact product (including gopicky.com and kbeautyhobbit.com), but a direct fetch of the individual review pages was blocked by network restrictions, so we cannot attribute a specific quote, username, platform, or date with confidence. The recurring themes across that aggregate sentiment were: a pleasant, honey-scented gel texture that absorbs reasonably well, skin described as feeling notably soft and smooth the next morning, and an occasional complaint that the box feels like a lot of individually-wrapped plastic for the amount of product.
Because we cannot verify any single quote to the standard this store now holds itself to, we are presenting this as aggregate, unattributed sentiment rather than as sourced reviews β a future run with unrestricted fetch access should re-verify specific reviews directly on Reddit, Amazon, or YesStyle before quoting anyone by name or date.
Packaging and Practical Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Primary Packaging | 16 individually sealed 4g triangular sachets in an outer cardboard box |
| Closure Type | Tear-open single-use sachet, not resealable |
| Hygiene Rating | Excellent β single-use format eliminates jar-dipping contamination |
| Travel-Friendly | Yes β lightweight individual sachets, easy to pack a few rather than a full jar |
Sustainability: the outer box is recyclable cardboard; the individual sachets are single-use plastic film, which is not easily recyclable through most household recycling streams and generates more packaging waste per application than a jar or tube format. Dispose of used sachets with general waste unless your local facility explicitly accepts flexible plastic film.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to rinse this mask off?
- No. It is a leave-on overnight mask β apply as your last PM step and wash your face normally the next morning.
- Is this product vegan?
- No. It contains Honey, Honey Extract, Propolis Extract, and Royal Jelly Extract, all bee-derived, even though the SKIN1004 brand overall participates in PETA's vegan program.
- Is it safe if I'm prone to fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis)?
- Not recommended. Olive Fruit Oil, Shea Butter, and a couple of the emulsifiers in this formula are commonly flagged on fungal-acne ingredient trackers.
- Is the 61% Pumpkin Extract figure independently verified?
- It is a brand/retailer-stated figure repeated consistently across multiple third-party listings we cross-checked, but we could not fetch and confirm it against SKIN1004's own primary product page this run β treat it as corroborated, not independently lab-audited.
- Does the box come with an application brush?
- Adilsons' listing for this SKU is 16 sachets in a box; we found no confirmation that a brush is included. Clean fingertips apply the product just as effectively.
Glossary
- Sleeping Pack / Mask
- A leave-on overnight treatment used as the last PM step to seal in moisture while you sleep, without needing to be rinsed off.
- Humectant
- An ingredient (like Glycerin, Betaine, or Sodium Hyaluronate) that draws water into the skin's surface from the air or from deeper skin layers.
- Centella Asiatica
- A soothing, wound-healing botanical extract widely used in K-beauty, backed by published research on compounds like madecassoside and asiaticoside.
- Propolis
- A resin-like substance made by bees, valued in skincare for antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, but also a known contact-allergen for some people.
- Fungal Acne (Malassezia Folliculitis)
- Small, uniform bumps caused by yeast overgrowth in hair follicles, worsened by certain fatty-acid-rich oils and esters β different from bacterial acne and requiring different ingredient avoidance.
- MFDS
- South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which classifies cosmetics as General or Functional and recognizes specific ingredients (like Adenosine) for defined functional claims.
The Adilsons Promise
Every product sold by Adilsons Beauty is 100% genuine, sourced through authorized Korean distribution channels. Full details on our verification system: Authenticity and Trust.
Our team is available to help you build a routine, troubleshoot reactions, and answer ingredient questions. WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.
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Delivery and Returns β Mauritius
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).
Source of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.
Store Policies: For the most up-to-date information, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.
The Final Verdict
Best for: anyone with dry-to-normal, non-fungal-acne-prone skin who sleeps in air conditioning and wants an occasional, no-rinse hydration boost with a honey-forward sensory experience.
Key benefits: genuinely humectant-rich formula, hygienic single-use sachet format, soothing Centella base, no acids or retinoids to schedule around.
Keep in mind: contains added fragrance and bee-derived ingredients (not vegan, and a real consideration for bee-allergy sufferers), is not fungal-acne safe, and generates more single-use plastic waste per use than a jar-format mask.