LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask 60ml

Values you can verify: 100% Genuine (Adilsons sourcing policy) · Fragrance-Free (no Parfum/Fragrance entry in the researched INCI) · Pregnancy-Safe* (no retinoids, salicylic acid, hydroquinone, or chemical UV filters detected) · FA-Conditional* (see Sensory and Chemical Profile section) · Halal-Friendly* / Vegan-Friendly* (self-assessed, see Conscious and Permissible Formulation section).

*Pregnancy-Safe reflects the absence of the specific ingredient classes this skill's safety gate screens for in the researched INCI — it is not a substitute for your own doctor's advice. FA-Conditional means some fatty-acid emulsifiers are present, not that it is guaranteed FA-safe. Halal/Vegan badges are self-assessed, not third-party certified — see the sections below for exactly what was checked.

If your skin feels tight, stings on moisturizer, or looks patchy-red after a day of AC and sun, this product is built for exactly that state — it is a calming, occasional-use treatment rather than a daily-grind serum.

Pros: fragrance-free; a genuinely broad Centella tetraherbal complex (not just one Centella extract); niacinamide and panthenol layered into the same formula; ferment-derived postbiotics; rinse-off format means no pillowcase transfer overnight.
Caveats: the Centella complex sits below our estimated 1% line in the INCI (see Sec 23), so treat it as a supporting layer, not a high-percentage treatment; several fatty-acid emulsifiers make this FA-Conditional, not FA-Safe; the brand positions it as a 1-2x/week treatment, not a nightly staple.

In Mauritius heat, the oily, slightly grimy feeling by midday is usually sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt — washing more than twice a day strips the skin's acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory sebum overproduction, the exact oiliness people are trying to wash away. That cycle also strips barrier lipids, which is what leaves skin reactive, tight, and easily irritated by products that were previously fine.

This mask breaks that cycle from the repair side rather than the cleansing side: Centella Asiatica triterpenes (madecassoside, asiaticoside) support collagen synthesis and calm inflammatory signaling, while Niacinamide and Panthenol support the lipid synthesis your barrier needs to stop losing water. Used after cleansing has already over-stripped the barrier, it is a repair step — it does not undo over-cleansing, but it gives the barrier something to rebuild with overnight.

Step 1 (When): PM only, as the final step of your night routine.
Step 2 (How much): A generous, visible layer over the whole face — thicker than a normal night cream, avoiding the eye and lip area.
Step 3 (How): Smooth on with clean fingers, pat gently so it adheres evenly, and leave it on overnight; rinse off with lukewarm water in the morning.

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.

This is a PM-only product and is rinsed off before your morning routine begins — it plays no direct role in the AM sequence itself. What it changes is the skin you wake up to: 1) Gentle cleanse or plain water rinse (removes the rinsed-residue and overnight buildup) → 2) Hydrating toner → 3) Antioxidant or brightening serum if used → 4) Moisturizer → 5) SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable). In humid Mauritius mornings, humectants like glycerin and beta-glucan in your AM toner perform well because they can draw water from the humid air itself, not only from deeper skin layers.

AM restriction: do not apply this mask in the morning as a substitute moisturizer — it is formulated and positioned as an overnight, rinse-off treatment, and daytime wear under makeup was never tested by the brand for this product.

1) Oil cleanser if wearing sunscreen/makeup → 2) Water-based cleanser → 3) pH-balancing toner (optional) → 4) Hydrating toner layers (optional) → 5) Treatment serum, if not conflicting → 6) Moisturizer → 7) LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask as the final step, applied generously over moisturizer, avoiding eyes and lips. On the 1-2 nights per week you use it, skip your usual occlusive seal underneath it — the mask itself is the seal.

Skin cycling integration: on a 4-night active cycle (Exfoliation / Retinoid / Recovery / Recovery), this mask fits best on a Recovery night, or is swapped in for your usual moisturizer entirely on the nights your barrier feels most reactive.

Technique: Pat/press into skin rather than rubbing — friction degrades gel-cream formulas and increases irritation risk on already-reactive skin. Apply on clean, dry skin after your last treatment step, with a short 1-2 minute wait after moisturizer so it doesn't slide.

Hands vs. jar tool: hands deliver essentially 100% of the product to skin; if the jar includes a spatula, use it to scoop product out to reduce contamination risk before applying with fingers, since repeated finger-dipping into an open jar is the main hygiene weak point of this format (see Sec 43).

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 thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, sunscreen 10-15 min before going outdoors. Amount defaults unless brand guidance overrides: toner/essence 5-8 drops per layer, serum 2-3 drops or 1 pump, eye product ½ rice-grain per eye, gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas, occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size, sunscreen 2-finger rule for face. Hydrators go on slightly damp skin, retinoids on fully dry skin, acids on dry or lightly damp — keep one lane at a time. Hard cap rule: if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack: 1. Rinse/gentle cleanse (optional) → 2. pH-prep toner (optional) → 3. Hydrating toner layers (optional) → 4. Essence (optional) → 5. Mist (optional) → 6. Booster/soothing serum (optional) → 7. Antioxidant lane, choose one → 8. Pigment support lane, choose one → 9. Hydration serum lane (optional) → 10. Oil-control lane, choose one → 11. Peptide/repair lane (optional) → 12. Eye serum/cream (optional) → 13. Moisturizer → 14. Optional sealing layer if dry/AC → 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → 16. Lip SPF (optional). 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. pH-prep toner (optional) → 5. Hydrating toner layers (optional) → 6. Essence (optional) → 7. Soothing/barrier serum (optional) → 8. [Anchor step: your active treatment, or this mask on a rinse-off night] → 9. Targeted serum (optional, non-conflicting only) → 10. Moisturizer → 11. Sleeping mask (this product, thin-to-generous layer depending on texture) → 12. Occlusive seal (optional; usually skipped on mask nights) → 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: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

This sits at the thick gel-cream / occlusive tier of the viscosity ladder — apply it after every watery, thin, or serum-textured product, and after your regular moisturizer, since it functions as the night's final seal rather than a treatment layer beneath one.

Layering rule: thinnest to thickest, water-phase to oil-phase. This product is the last, thickest layer of the night on the nights you use it — nothing else should go on top of it except a spot patch if needed.

Phase compatibility: oil-in-water emulsion (water-phase base with emollient esters like Dicaprylyl Carbonate and Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate) — layering implication is that it can sit comfortably over water-based serums but will not mix well applied underneath an oil-based facial oil; if you use a facial oil, apply it before this mask, not after.

Rest days: five nights per week without the mask, so the skin's own barrier does the work most nights and the mask stays a genuine "intensive treatment" rather than a substitute for a daily moisturizer.

Overuse note: using this nightly instead of the brand-recommended 1-2x/week does not produce faster barrier repair — it mainly increases the odds of film-forming buildup and clogging for anyone prone to congestion, since several of its emulsifiers are FA-conditional (see Sec 30B).

Prerequisites: before starting this product, your routine should already include a gentle, low-pH cleanser and a daily SPF habit — a barrier-repair mask cannot compensate for a stripping cleanser used every day or unprotected UV exposure.

Primary targets: Barrier compromise/redness — the Centella triterpene complex (madecassoside, asiaticoside, madecassic acid, asiatic acid) supports collagen synthesis and calms inflammatory signaling in stressed skin; Niacinamide supports ceramide synthesis in the outer barrier layer.

Secondary benefits: mild overnight hydration from glycerin, squalane, and beta-glucan; postbiotic support from Lactobacillus Ferment/Ferment Lysate.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pores, cannot treat active acne (no BHA/BPO/retinoid), and cannot substitute for a prescribed eczema/dermatitis treatment — it is a supportive calming layer, not a medical treatment.

Every pairing below was verified as status:active with real current inventory via a live Adilsons stock check on 2026-09-10. Each slot lists one primary pick plus three alternatives, since stock changes constantly.

Gentle cleanser (primary + 3 alternatives) — Primary: Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Gentle Gel Cleanser (low-pH, won't re-strip what the mask just repaired). Alternatives: Anua 8 HA Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser, COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cleanser, Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser.

Centella toner (primary + 3 alternatives) — Primary: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Brightening Toner (same active family, layers before the mask). Alternatives: Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner, Anua Peach 77% Niacin Essence Toner, COSRX One Step Moisture Up Pad.

Barrier-support serum (primary + 3 alternatives) — Primary: Beauty of Joseon Calming Serum: Green Tea + Panthenol (same soothing lane, no conflict). Alternatives: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule, Anua Peach 77% Niacin Conditioning Milk, Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: Propolis + Niacinamide.

Daily SPF for the morning after (primary + 3 alternatives) — Primary: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+. Alternatives: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics, Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream, LANEIGE Radian-C Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++.

Pilling pairs: layering this mask over multiple film-forming serums (several silicone-heavy primers or heavy peptide gels) can pill. Mitigation: apply on slightly damp skin, wait 60 seconds after your last treatment step, and pat rather than rub it on.

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which breaks down collagen, increases transepidermal water loss (TEWL), triggers inflammatory acne, and compromises barrier function — the same barrier this product is formulated to support.

On a high-stress or poor-sleep week, this is a reasonable night to reach for this mask rather than skip skincare entirely: Centella triterpenes and niacinamide target the same inflammatory and barrier-lipid pathways that cortisol disrupts, even though topical skincare cannot lower cortisol itself.

Permeability: Film-Forming (uncertain) while worn overnight — the emulsion base and film-forming polymer (Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer) can leave a light surface film during the hours it's on.

Because this product is applied at night and rinsed off with cleansing water each morning, it is typically already removed well before Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha prayers; the only prayer where it might still be on skin is Fajr, if performed before the morning rinse.

If praying Fajr before your morning cleanse, a quick water rinse over the treated areas before wudu is the simplest way to remove any residual film.

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: "A 'sleeping mask' should be worn every single night for it to work." REALITY: this specific product's brand instructions say 1-2 nights a week — more frequent use does not accelerate barrier repair and mainly increases exposure to its FA-conditional emulsifiers.

MYTH: "If it has Centella in the name, it must be a high-percentage Centella treatment." REALITY: the Centella complex sits below our estimated 1% line in the researched INCI — potent triterpenes like madecassoside can work at low concentrations, but this is a supporting calming layer, not a concentrated Centella serum.

MYTH: "You can skip your moisturizer if you're using a sleeping mask." REALITY: this mask is applied over moisturizer, not instead of it — skipping moisturizer and going straight to the mask leaves out the lighter, faster-absorbing hydration layer underneath.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): since this is a PM-only, indoor-worn, rinse-off product, particulate/PM2.5 adhesion during the burn season is not a practical concern the way it is for a daytime leave-on product.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; the morning rinse for this mask uses the same water as your regular cleanse, so if your area has hard water, follow with a pH-adjusting toner afterward to counteract any calcium-stearate residue tightness, same as you would after a normal cleanse.

*"Strong" for the Centella complex reflects a genuinely well-studied ingredient class in the wider literature, not a claim about this specific formula's own clinical testing. "Emerging" means fewer large, independent human trials exist for this specific ingredient than for well-established actives like Niacinamide — not that it doesn't work, only that the evidence base is thinner.

Full INCI list (source: WebSearch synthesis of an INCIDecoder-indexed listing titled "LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask With Centella Asiatica For Moisture Barrier Support," corroborated across two independent research passes; the page itself could not be directly fetched in this sandbox — see confidence note below):

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Cetearyl Glucoside, Lactobacillus Ferment, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Propanediol, Niacinamide, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Allantoin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Metaphosphate, Madecassoside, Ectoin, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Beta-Glucan, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Tocopherol, Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, 7-Dehydrocholesterol, Inonotus Obliquus (Mushroom) Extract.

*The Centella complex and the Centella Asiatica extract itself appear below this estimated 1% line, meaning this is not a high-percentage Centella treatment despite the marketing name — published research shows some of these triterpenes are active at low concentrations, so this is a caution about positioning, not necessarily about efficacy. A second, shorter INCI listing exists online under the same product name without this Centella-forward profile; we could not confirm which formula is inside this specific 60ml Adilsons SKU, and note that discrepancy here rather than silently picking one.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin — a glycol/booster-based system; no parabens or phenoxyethanol detected in the researched INCI.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no Parfum/Fragrance entry found in the researched INCI.

Scent: Any scent should be faint and herbal-fermented (from the Centella and Lactobacillus ferment ingredients), not a added perfume note; treat any strong sweet or floral smell as a possible authenticity red flag.

EU 26 allergen screen: None of the 26 EU-regulated fragrance allergens (e.g. Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol) were detected in the researched INCI.

Alcohol disclosure: Fatty Alcohol Only — Cetearyl Alcohol is present (moisturizing/emulsifying, not the drying kind); no denatured or drying alcohol (Alcohol Denat.) detected.

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 — Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein is plant-sourced. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-free: *Brand-stated policy (Amorepacific's own Declaration of Animal Testing Prohibition, voluntary since 2008 except where required by local law). Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. Brand states cruelty-free, but LANEIGE sells in Mainland China retail, where post-market animal testing may be legally required; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt, and it is not confirmed which channel supplies Adilsons' stock.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no polyethylene, polypropylene, or nylon microbead/film-forming microplastic entries detected in the researched INCI.

MFDS classification: General Cosmetic — no evidence found of Functional Cosmetic registration (the additional testing tier Korean regulation reserves for whitening, wrinkle, and UV-protection claims specifically).

Hypoallergenic claim: *Brand markets this as "Hypoallergenic Mask for Sensitive Skin," but no publicly available study data, sample size, or testing protocol has been disclosed for that specific claim.

Evidence confidence: Medium — the Centella/Niacinamide/Panthenol ingredient class is well-studied in the wider dermatology literature, but no product-specific clinical trial for this exact formula was found.

Reformulation note: two different INCI listings circulate online under this exact product name — a shorter formula and the longer Centella-forward "With Centella Asiatica For Moisture Barrier Support" formula used in this description. This may reflect a genuine reformulation over time, or two differently-labeled regional/size variants; we did not find a dated changelog confirming which.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional — the formula contains several C16-C18 fatty-acid emulsifiers documented on fungal-acne-safe ingredient trackers: Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, and Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate. If you're Malassezia-prone, patch test on the jawline first and keep strictly to the 1-2x/week cap.

Lipid support: contains 7-Dehydrocholesterol (a cholesterol precursor) and Squalane, both barrier-lipid-relevant, but the brand does not disclose a formal ceramide:cholesterol:fatty-acid ratio — treat this as general lipid support, not a precisely engineered barrier-repair ratio.

Assessment: Low-to-Medium.

Pilling is most likely if applied over multiple heavy silicone-forward primers, thick peptide gels, or without enough wait time after your last treatment serum — the film-forming polymer in this formula (Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer) can ball up against other film-formers.

Mitigation: apply on slightly damp (not wet) skin, wait 60 seconds after your last serum, and pat rather than rub the mask on; if you still see pilling, reduce the number of layers underneath it, not the amount of mask.

Color baseline: should read as an off-white to very pale cream gel; a strong yellow/brown tint or a rancid, sour smell (distinct from the normal faint fermented-herbal note) signals oxidation, since oxidized actives can generate free radicals instead of neutralizing them.

Storage: keep the jar out of direct bathroom-shower steam and away from direct sun on a windowsill — Mauritius's heat and humidity accelerate breakdown of emulsion-based creams faster than a cool, dry drawer would.

Spoilage signs: separation that won't remix on stirring, a sharply changed smell, or visible texture graininess — when in doubt, discard.

Patch test: apply a small amount to the inner forearm, wait 24 hours, then to a small area behind the ear, wait another 24 hours, before your first full-face overnight use.

72-hour barrier reset (if you react): stop all actives. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF — no acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce one product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately and do not attempt to "push through" these symptoms.

Top mistakes: 1) Using it nightly instead of the brand's 1-2x/week guidance. 2) Applying it as the first step instead of the last. 3) Skipping the morning rinse and wearing it under makeup. 4) Applying too thin a layer and expecting the same result as a normal night cream. 5) Introducing it the same week as a new retinoid or acid, making any reaction impossible to attribute.

Overuse threshold: more than 2-3 nights per week for several consecutive weeks is the point at which the FA-conditional emulsifier load becomes the more likely cause of any new congestion, rather than the calming actives doing more good.

Usage math: at a generous grape-size scoop per use and roughly 2 uses per week, a 60ml jar holds approximately 60-80 applications.

Lifespan: at the recommended cadence, that's roughly 7-9 months of use; using it nightly instead would burn through the jar in 8-10 weeks without any evidence of faster results, since the brand's own guidance caps effective frequency at 1-2x/week.

Reorder timing: plan to reorder about 2-3 weeks before you expect the jar to run low, to allow for delivery time.

This mask does one job well — calm and reseal a barrier that's had a rough week — so the rest of the routine should stay simple around it rather than compete with it.

PM routine on mask nights: 1) Cleanse (gentle, low-pH) → 2) Toner → 3) Barrier-support serum if used → 4) Moisturizer → 5) LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask, generous layer, avoiding eyes/lips. Wait 1-2 minutes after moisturizer before applying. AM after a mask night: rinse with a gentle cleanser → toner → serum → moisturizer → SPF50+ PA++++.

If your skin is mid-purge from a new retinoid: hold off starting this mask until the purge settles, so you don't confuse a new reaction with an old one.
If you've been in AC all day: this is a good night to reach for the mask, since AC pulls moisture from skin the same way it would from a plain humectant serum, and the occlusive finish helps hold that moisture in.
If you're breakout-prone and haven't used it before: trial on the jawline for two applications before going full-face, given the FA-conditional emulsifier profile.

Stock-true bundle — Sensitive-Skin Barrier Reset (5 pieces): Anua 8 HA Gentle Gel Cleanser → SKIN1004 Centella Brightening Toner → Beauty of Joseon Calming Serum → LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask (anchor, 1-2x/week) → SKIN1004 Water-Fit Sun Serum for the morning after.

Stock-true bundle — Minimalist Calm Routine (4 pieces): COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cleanser → Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner → LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask (anchor) → Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun for the morning after.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask, 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.

All four options below were verified in-stock via live Adilsons stock check on 2026-09-10.

Primary alternative: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Sleeping Pack 30ml — a same-category Centella-forward overnight mask at a smaller, lower-commitment size.

Alternative 2: LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask 10ml — the same brand's own trial size, useful if you want to test this exact formula before committing to the full 60ml.

Alternative 3: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Moisture Cream 75ml — if you want a Centella-forward product you can use nightly without a frequency cap.

Alternative 4: Anua Birch 70% Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml — a gentler, non-Centella hydration-forward option if you'd rather avoid the FA-conditional emulsifier profile.

Thesis: Choose LANEIGE Cica Sleeping Mask over the SKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica Sleeping Pack if you need a broader, multi-fraction Centella complex (four named triterpene/glycoside forms plus niacinamide and ferment postbiotics) rather than a simpler Centella-only formula, and you don't mind the smaller 30ml alternative's lower per-jar volume.

Upgrade if: your barrier reacts to plain Centella-only formulas but tolerates niacinamide well → the added actives here may do more. Upgrade if: you're committed to the 1-2x/week routine long-term and want the larger jar. Do not upgrade if: your barrier is currently compromised and reactive to new actives — start with the simpler, single-active SKIN1004 pack first. Do not upgrade if: you're new to Centella-based skincare and want to confirm tolerance before committing to a formula with more moving parts.

If you match the pathway-coverage or volume reasoning above, this is worth choosing. If not, the simpler alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: overnight barrier calming and repair for reactive/stressed skin. You do NOT need this if you already own an open Centella-forward sleeping mask or overnight barrier cream with a similar active profile — finish that product first.

Inventory audit: check whether you already have an open Centella, panthenol, or ceramide-forward night product; buying a new jar while an existing one is still within its PAO window is unnecessary.

Stacking assessment: Marginal Benefit if you already use a daily Centella moisturizer (overlapping pathway, different format); No Benefit if you already use another rinse-off Centella sleeping mask at the same frequency.

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 verification tips: genuine LANEIGE packaging carries a crisp, embossed (not flat-printed) logo and a short alphanumeric batch code on the jar or box base, checkable at CheckFresh.com; labeling should list ingredients in both English and Korean plus "Amorepacific Corporation, Seoul, Korea" as manufacturer.

LANEIGE takes its name from the French word for "snow" (la neige), built around hydration science since 1994 under the brand line "OPEN TO WONDER." The Lip Sleeping Mask is the brand's most globally recognized single product and was largely responsible for LANEIGE's international breakout via Sephora and Target distribution. The Cica sub-line extends that "sleeping mask" format from lips and general hydration into targeted barrier repair for reactive skin.

We found real, named review pages for this product line (including independent beauty blogs and major retailer listings on Sephora and Amazon), but could not directly fetch their full text in this research pass due to a network restriction in our research environment — so rather than paraphrase content we did not actually read, we are disclosing that limitation plainly here.

What we can say with confidence: no dedicated Reddit thread (r/AsianBeauty, r/SkincareAddiction) specific to this exact product was found, and the review page titles we did surface lean positive in framing for sensitive/reactive skin, consistent with the brand's hypoallergenic positioning — but treat that as a directional signal, not a verified quote.

Sustainability: check the jar and lid separately for local recycling — rinse residue out before recycling where municipal facilities accept mixed cosmetic plastics; not stated as refillable by the brand.

Do I need to rinse this off in the morning?
Yes — LANEIGE's own usage instructions for this product say to leave it on overnight and rinse with lukewarm water the next morning; it is not designed to be worn as a daytime leave-on layer.

How often should I actually use it?
The brand recommends 1-2 nights per week as an intensive treatment, not nightly — see the Weekly Planner section above for a suggested schedule.

Can I use it every night instead of my regular moisturizer?
No — it's formulated and marketed as an occasional treatment layered over your moisturizer, and using it nightly mainly increases exposure to its FA-conditional emulsifiers without evidence of faster results.

What's the difference between this and LANEIGE's Water Sleeping Mask?
The Water Sleeping Mask line is hydration-forward (built around humectants and a lighter overnight gel); this Cica version is Centella- and niacinamide-forward, positioned specifically for barrier repair and calming reactive skin rather than pure hydration.

Is it safe if I'm fungal-acne prone?
Use caution — it contains several C16-C18 fatty-acid emulsifiers that are FA-conditional, not FA-safe; patch test on a small area first and keep to the recommended low frequency.

Cica (Centella Asiatica)

A plant traditionally used for wound healing, containing triterpenes like madecassoside and asiaticoside that calm inflammation.

Madecassoside / Asiaticoside

Two of the main active triterpene compounds derived from Centella Asiatica, studied for anti-inflammatory and collagen-supporting effects.

Niacinamide

Vitamin B3 derivative that supports the skin's barrier lipids and has mild anti-inflammatory and brightening effects.

Postbiotic

Beneficial metabolites left behind after fermentation — not live bacteria, but the byproducts of bacterial activity.

Barrier (Acid Mantle)

The skin's slightly acidic (pH 4.5-5.5) outer protective layer that keeps water in and irritants out.

FA-Conditional

Contains ingredients that can feed Malassezia yeast (linked to fungal acne) in some people but not others — not a guaranteed trigger.

PAO (Period After Opening)

The number of months a product stays safe/effective once opened, shown as an open-jar icon with a number on the packaging.

MFDS

Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, the regulator that classifies cosmetics as General or Functional (extra-tested) categories.

Hypoallergenic

A marketing term meaning "formulated to reduce allergy risk" — not a regulated or independently verified medical claim.

Occlusive

A product or ingredient that forms a physical seal on skin to reduce water loss, rather than adding water itself.

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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: anyone whose skin feels reactive, tight, or barrier-stressed after Mauritius heat, AC swings, or an active-heavy routine, who wants an occasional, fragrance-free overnight reset rather than a daily product.

Key benefits: a genuinely broad Centella triterpene complex alongside niacinamide and ferment postbiotics; fragrance-free with no EU26 allergens detected; rinse-off format avoids pillowcase transfer and daytime occlusion.

Keep in mind: the Centella complex sits below our estimated 1% line, so this is a supporting layer, not a concentrated treatment; it's FA-conditional, not FA-safe; and the brand caps effective use at 1-2 nights a week, not nightly.

Assessment: Consult Oncologist before use.

The researched formula is fragrance-free, retinoid-free, and uses a comparatively minimal glycol-based preservative system (no parabens or phenoxyethanol detected) — factors that generally make a product gentler for treatment-sensitized skin, but this was not tested by the brand specifically for oncology patients, and several fatty-acid emulsifiers and the ferment content have not been evaluated for that population either.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Antioxidant pollution defense: the formula contains Tocopherol (Vitamin E), a real antioxidant that helps neutralize free-radical stress — relevant background support even though this product is worn overnight indoors rather than during daytime pollution exposure.

AC/humidity swing interaction: this formula's humectants (glycerin, beta-glucan) work best when there's ambient humidity for them to draw from; if you sleep in heavy AC overnight, the occlusive base (squalane, emollient esters) helps seal in what's already on skin rather than relying purely on pulling moisture from dry AC air.

Impact: Supportive.

This formula contains Lactobacillus Ferment and Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate — these are POSTBIOTICS, beneficial metabolites from fermentation. You are not applying live bacteria, and the faint fermented note some users report is normal and indicates genuine ferment filtrate, not spoilage.