Medicube COLLAGEN LIFTING MASK 27g

Experience an instant lift and a surge of deep hydration with Medicube's Collagen Lifting Mask. This professional-grade hydrogel mask is drenched in a potent essence formulated with collagen, peptides, and other skin-firming actives. Designed to adhere perfectly to your facial contours, it delivers its nourishing ingredients efficiently, leaving your skin looking visibly plumper, smoother, and more radiant in just one session. It's the perfect treatment before a special event or as a weekly ritual to combat signs of fatigue and loss of elasticity.

Feeling like your skin has lost its bounce or looks tired after a long week? This mask is your quick fix.

• Who it's for: Anyone with normal, combination, dry, or mature skin concerned with dullness, dehydration, fine lines, or a loss of firmness.
• What it does: Provides an immediate plumping and hydrating effect, temporarily firms the skin, and boosts radiance for a youthful glow.
• Texture & Feel: A cool, jelly-like hydrogel mask that feels soothing and refreshing on the skin. The essence is rich but absorbs well after removal.

1. Cleanse: Start with a clean face to ensure maximum absorption.
2. Apply Mask: Carefully place the hydrogel mask on your face, smoothing it out. Relax for 20-30 minutes.
3. Moisturise: After removing the mask, gently pat the remaining essence into your skin, then follow with your favourite moisturiser to seal in the benefits.

Note: Already own a similar step? Finish that first to practice mindful consumption. This mask replaces a serum/treatment step in your routine.

• Frequency: Use 1-2 times per week, or whenever your skin needs an extra boost of firming and hydration (like before an event).
• When to Use: Best used in the evening after cleansing and toning, as part of a relaxing self-care ritual.
• Application Steps:
  1. After cleansing and toning your skin, carefully remove the mask from its packaging.
  2. The hydrogel mask often comes in two pieces (top and bottom). Unfold and place each piece onto your face, aligning the holes for your eyes, nose, and mouth.
  3. Gently smooth the mask to ensure good contact with the skin.
  4. Relax for 20-30 minutes. The mask may feel thinner as your skin absorbs the essence.
  5. Remove and discard the mask. Gently pat any remaining essence into your face, neck, and décolletage until fully absorbed. Do not rinse.
• Pro-Tip: Store the mask in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before use for an extra cooling and de-puffing effect, perfect for Mauritius's warm climate.

This mask is a treatment, not a daily step. Integrate it into your week on nights dedicated to hydration and repair.

• Frequency: Use 1 to 2 times per week.
• Best time: PM routine.

Example Weekly PM Schedule:

• Monday: Exfoliation Night (e.g., AHA/BHA Toner).
• Tuesday: Retinoid Night (if you use one).
• Wednesday: Recovery Night (Use Medicube Collagen Mask here).
• Thursday: Retinoid Night.
• Friday: Soothing/Hydrating Night (no strong actives).
• Saturday: Event Prep / Deep Hydration (Use Medicube Collagen Mask here).
• Sunday: Simple Soothing Night.

Rule of Thumb: Use this mask on nights when you are not using strong exfoliants (like high-concentration acids) or retinoids to focus purely on hydration and firming.

• Immediately: Skin will feel intensely hydrated, cool, and soothed. You'll notice a visible "glass skin" glow and a temporary plumping effect that makes fine dehydration lines less noticeable. The skin feels bouncier and looks more rested.
• After 2-4 Weeks (with weekly use): You may notice more sustained hydration levels throughout the week. Skin texture can appear smoother and more refined as it benefits from the regular boost of collagen-supporting ingredients.
• After 8+ Weeks (with consistent use): While a mask provides immediate benefits, consistent use as part of a comprehensive anti-aging routine supports the skin's overall elasticity and firmness. The cumulative hydrating and nourishing effects help maintain a supple, youthful complexion.

The Myth: "Applying topical collagen will replace the lost collagen deep in my skin."

The Reality: Collagen molecules are very large and cannot penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin (the dermis) where natural collagen is produced. Instead, topical collagen in this mask acts as an excellent humectant and film-former on the skin's surface. It binds water, providing intense hydration that temporarily plumps the skin, smooths the appearance of fine lines, and gives a dewy glow. This mask combines collagen with other ingredients like peptides and adenosine, which can signal the skin to support its own collagen production over time.

• ✅ Works Well With: This mask is very compatible with most skincare ingredients. It's excellent to use after gentle exfoliation (like a PHA toner or peeling gel) to deeply hydrate and soothe the skin. It also pairs perfectly with hydrating ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, and Panthenol.
• ⚠️ Use with Care: While not a conflict, it's best to use this mask on nights when you are not using strong, potentially irritating actives like high-concentration retinoids (e.g., Tretinoin) or strong acid peels. The goal of this mask is hydration and repair, so let it shine on a dedicated recovery night.
• ❌ Avoid: Do not apply over heavy, occlusive oils or balms, as this will prevent the mask's essence from absorbing properly. Always apply to clean, toned skin.

• Excellent for: Normal, Dry, Dehydrated, and Mature skin types that will benefit from the intense hydration and firming essence.
• Good for: Combination skin, especially when cheeks are dry or the skin feels tight overall. It provides a boost of oil-free hydration.
• Use with Caution: Very oily and acne-prone skin types should use this mask judiciously. While not inherently pore-clogging, the rich essence might feel heavy for some. It's best used as an occasional treatment rather than frequently. Always ensure your face is thoroughly cleansed before use.

This mask is formulated to address:

• Loss of Elasticity & Firmness: Provides a temporary lifting and tightening effect for skin that looks tired or feels less bouncy.
• Dehydration & Dryness: Delivers a powerful surge of moisture to plump the skin and alleviate tightness and flakiness.
- Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Helps to temporarily smooth the appearance of fine lines caused by dehydration, making the skin look fuller and more youthful.
• Dullness & Lack of Radiance: Revives tired-looking skin, leaving it with a healthy, dewy glow.
• Rough Skin Texture: Intensely hydrates and smooths the skin's surface for a softer, more refined feel.

• Brand: Medicube (메디큐브)
• Official Name: Collagen Lifting Mask
• Product Type: Single-Use Hydrogel Sheet Mask
• Country of Manufacture: South Korea
• Period After Opening (PAO): Use immediately after opening the single-use pouch.

• Halal Status: Halal-Friendly*. This product does not contain alcohol (ethanol/denat.) and the collagen is typically fish-derived (marine), which is generally considered permissible.
• Vegan Status: Not Vegan-Friendly. This mask contains Hydrolyzed Collagen, which is an animal-derived ingredient.
• Animal Testing Policy: Medicube states a commitment to cruelty-free practices, but is not certified by a major independent body like Leaping Bunny.

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available ingredient data (no ethanol/denat.; no haram animal-derived ingredients detected).

• MFDS Classification: Likely classified as a Functional Cosmetic for Wrinkle Improvement (주름 개선 기능성 화장품) in South Korea, given its focus on lifting and the common inclusion of functional ingredients like Adenosine in such products.
• Primary Claims: The brand focuses on "lifting," "firming," and "elasticity care," supported by the inclusion of collagen and peptides.
• Disclaimer: This product is a cosmetic, not a medical treatment. Results are primarily related to hydration and temporary firming and will vary between individuals. For significant or permanent changes to skin structure, please consult a dermatologist.

The full INCI list is not publicly disclosed by the brand. However, based on the product line, the key active ingredients are:

• Hydrolyzed Collagen: A form of collagen broken down into smaller fragments. It acts as a powerful humectant, binding moisture to the skin's surface for an intense hydrating and plumping effect.
• Peptide Complex: Short chains of amino acids that act as signaling molecules in the skin. They can help support the skin's natural collagen production over time, contributing to improved firmness and elasticity.
• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): A versatile ingredient that helps brighten the skin, improve barrier function, and offers anti-inflammatory benefits.
• Adenosine: An MFDS-approved functional ingredient for wrinkle improvement. It energizes the skin's surface, helping to smooth the appearance of fine lines.

Note: Without a full INCI list, we cannot verify the presence of all potential allergens or irritants. A patch test is always recommended.

• Scent Profile: Medicube products typically have a very light, clean, or clinical scent and are often formulated to be suitable for sensitive skin. This mask is expected to be fragrance-free or have a minimal, non-irritating scent.
• Allergen Information: This product contains animal-derived collagen (likely from fish). If you have a known fish or marine allergy, please exercise caution and perform a patch test. Without the full ingredient list, the presence of other potential allergens (like botanical extracts or EU-listed fragrance allergens) cannot be confirmed.

• For external use only. Avoid direct contact with eyes.
• Do not use on broken, wounded, or irritated skin. Discontinue use immediately and consult a professional if you experience a rash, swelling, itching, or burning.
• Patch Test Recommended: Before first use, apply a small amount of the essence from the packet to a discreet area, such as behind your ear or on your inner wrist. Wait 24 hours to ensure no reaction occurs.
• Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Mask Texture: A thick, slippery, and cool-to-the-touch hydrogel. It adheres well to the skin, creating a "second skin" feel that prevents the essence from evaporating quickly.
• Essence Texture: The essence is typically a rich, slightly viscous serum that feels deeply nourishing without being greasy.
• Finish on Skin: After removal, the skin is left with a very dewy, plump, and luminous finish. The remaining essence absorbs to leave the skin feeling supple and hydrated.
• pH: Likely formulated within a skin-friendly pH range of 5.5 - 6.5 to support the skin barrier.

• Issue: The mask keeps slipping down my face.
  Solution: Hydrogel masks are slippery! It's best to lie down and relax while using this mask to keep it in place and enhance the spa-like experience.
• Issue: There's a lot of essence left in the packet.
  Solution: Don't waste it! Pat the extra essence onto your neck, chest, arms, and even the backs of your hands for extra nourishment.
• Issue: My skin feels a bit sticky after patting in the essence.
  Solution: This is normal with rich essences. Give it a few minutes to fully absorb. If it still feels tacky, you can gently blot the excess with a clean tissue before applying your final moisturiser, or simply use it at night when a little tackiness doesn't matter.

Given Mauritius's warm and humid climate, this intensive mask is best incorporated into your routine in specific ways:

• As a Night Treatment: Use it in the evening in an air-conditioned room. The AC can be drying, and this mask will provide a powerful dose of hydration to counteract that effect overnight.
• Post-Sun Recovery: After a day outdoors (and after thoroughly cleansing off your sunscreen), this mask's cooling hydrogel and soothing properties can help calm and rehydrate sun-stressed skin. Store it in the fridge for an extra-soothing treat.
• Special Event Prep: Use it an hour or two before applying makeup for an event. The plumping and hydrating effects create a perfectly smooth canvas for foundation, giving you a radiant glow that lasts for hours.

Our Sourcing Guarantee: At Adilsons, we are committed to your skin's health and safety. We source all our Medicube products directly from the brand or their officially authorized distributors in South Korea. This guarantees that every mask you purchase is 100% authentic and has been stored and handled according to the manufacturer's standards.

If you ever have any questions about a product's authenticity, please contact us on WhatsApp at +230 5 778 2336 with your order number, and we will be happy to assist.

The benefits of this mask are based on the established functions of its key ingredients:

• Ingredient Rationale (Hydrolyzed Collagen): While topical collagen doesn't replace your skin's own collagen, scientific understanding confirms it functions as an excellent humectant. It draws and holds water on the skin's surface, leading to a powerful plumping effect that visibly reduces the appearance of fine dehydration lines.
• Ingredient Rationale (Peptides): Peptides are short chains of amino acids recognized in cosmetic science as "cell-communicating" ingredients. Certain peptides can signal skin cells to perform specific functions, such as producing more collagen, which can contribute to improved firmness and elasticity with long-term, consistent use.
• Ingredient Rationale (Adenosine): Based on dermatological research, Adenosine is approved by South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) as a functional ingredient for "wrinkle-improvement." It works by energizing the skin's surface, which helps to smooth skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines.

• Uses per Product: This is a single-use sheet mask.
• Cost-per-Use: The price of one mask is the cost for one intensive treatment session.
• Reorder Cadence: If you plan to use this mask weekly as part of a consistent routine, we recommend purchasing 4-5 masks at a time to cover a full month of treatments.

Integrate this mask into a complete regimen for maximum firming and hydrating benefits. All products are available in our catalog.

Firming & Repair PM Routine

• Anua HEARTLEAF QUERCETINOL PORE DEEP CLEANSING FOAM 150ML — A gentle foam to cleanse without stripping, preparing your skin for treatment.
• NUMBUZIN NO.3 SUPER GLOWING ESSENCE TONER 200ML — This fermented essence toner hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier before the mask.
• Medicube COLLAGEN LIFTING MASK 27g — Your intensive treatment step for lifting and plumping.
• COSRX ADVANCED SNAIL 92 ALL IN ONE CREAM 100G — Apply after the mask essence to seal in all the moisture and support skin repair overnight.

Special Event Glow-Up Routine

• Beauty of Joseon APRICOT BLOSSOM PEELING GEL — Use the night before to gently exfoliate dead skin cells for a smooth canvas.
• Medicube COLLAGEN LIFTING MASK 27g — Use on the day of your event for an immediate plumping and radiance boost.
• heimish ARTLESS GLOW BASE SPF50+ 40ML — A hydrating primer and sunscreen in one, this will enhance your glow and protect your skin.

This mask is an excellent choice if your primary concerns are immediate lifting, plumping, and intense hydration. However, consider these other options from our catalog based on your specific needs.

• For Intense Brightening: APLB GLUTATHIONE NIACINAMIDE SHEET MASK (25ML*1EA)
  — Choose this if: Your main goal is to fade dark spots and achieve a brighter, more even skin tone.
  — Why: It's packed with powerful brightening agents Glutathione and Niacinamide to specifically target hyperpigmentation.
• For Calming Redness & Sensitivity: Beauty of Joseon CENTELLA ASIATICA CALMING MASK 25ML
  — Choose this if: Your skin is easily irritated, red, or you're dealing with breakouts.
  — Why: Centella Asiatica is a hero ingredient for soothing inflammation and calming stressed skin while still providing hydration.
• For Deep, Overnight Barrier Repair: BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask
  — Choose this if: You want a more intensive, long-wear treatment for a severely compromised or dehydrated skin barrier.
  — Why: This unique hydrogel mask is designed to be worn for several hours or even overnight. It turns transparent as its active ingredients are fully absorbed, providing deep, sustained repair.

Mindful Use: If you already have a comparable product at home, finish it first to avoid waste and get a fair read on results.

• Packaging: The mask comes in a single-use, flat foil pouch that keeps the essence fresh and hygienic until use.
• Sustainability: The pouch is typically made of mixed materials and is not easily recyclable in standard municipal streams in Mauritius. Please dispose of it thoughtfully in the trash.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. For an enhanced cooling effect, you can store it in the refrigerator.
• Travel-Friendliness: The slim, flat pouch is extremely travel-friendly and perfect for taking on a trip to revive tired skin after a flight.

Medicube is a highly respected South Korean derma-cosmetic brand that stands at the intersection of skincare and science. Their philosophy is rooted in creating effective, reliable, and clinically tested solutions for common skin problems. Working with dermatologists, Medicube focuses on developing high-performance products with optimal concentrations of proven ingredients to deliver visible results you can trust.

• Collagen: A protein that provides structure to the skin. Topically, it acts as a humectant, binding water to the skin for a plumping effect.
• Peptides: Short chains of amino acids that are the "building blocks" of proteins like collagen. In skincare, they can act as messengers, signaling skin to perform functions like building more collagen.
• Hydrogel: A gel-like material made mostly of water, used in masks for its superior ability to hold essence, adhere to the skin, and provide a cooling sensation.
• Adenosine: A yeast-derived ingredient that functions as a skin-soothing and restoring agent. It is recognized by the MFDS as a functional ingredient for improving the appearance of wrinkles.
• MFDS: The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in South Korea, the regulatory body that approves and classifies cosmetic ingredients and products, including "functional cosmetics" with specific benefits.

• Official Retailer: Adilsons
• WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336
• Email: info@adilsons.mu

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Can I reuse the mask or the leftover essence?

The mask itself is for single use only for hygiene reasons. However, the packet usually contains a generous amount of leftover essence. You can seal the packet and use the remaining essence the next day on your face, neck, and body as a hydrating serum.

Is a hydrogel mask better than a cotton sheet mask?

They offer different experiences. Hydrogel masks generally provide better adhesion to the skin, a more intense cooling effect, and prevent essence evaporation more effectively. Cotton masks are often more saturated and can be more affordable for frequent use.

Can I use this mask if I use retinol or prescription treatments?

Yes, this mask can be a great complementary product. Use it on nights you are not using your retinol or other strong actives. It will provide the hydration and soothing your skin needs to better tolerate those treatments, helping to support your skin barrier.

• Best For: Anyone seeking an immediate boost in hydration, plumpness, and radiance, especially before a special occasion or as a weekly anti-aging treatment.
• Key Benefits: Intensely hydrates, provides a temporary firming and lifting effect, and leaves skin with a visible glow. The hydrogel material offers a cooling, spa-like experience.
• Keep in Mind: This is a single-use product. The dramatic lifting and plumping effects are most noticeable immediately after use and are temporary. It is not a vegan product.

• Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).
• Processing & Timing: Orders process in 1–2 business days. Delivery typically takes 1–5 business days after processing.
• Express: May be available by region; please request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.
• Returns: Due to the nature of skincare products, we do not accept change-of-mind returns or exchanges.
• Refunds (Summary): We offer refunds for items that are defective/damaged on receipt (reported within 48h) or have a manufacturing defect. Opened items are non-returnable unless damaged on delivery.

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