Medicube SUPER CICA CALMING MASK 22g

Values You Can Trust: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) • Fragrance-Free (confirmed via INCI) • FA-Conditional* • Halal-Friendly*

Not vegan — contains Hydrolyzed Collagen and Hydrolyzed Elastin (see Conscious & Permissible Formulation below).

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. See the Conscious & Permissible Formulation section for details.

If your skin has ever felt hot, tight, and angry after a day in Mauritius sun or a too-strong exfoliant, this product is aimed squarely at that moment — it will not fix the underlying cause, but it will make the next 20 minutes more comfortable.

Oily and combination skin: feeling oily on the surface while your skin also feels tight after cleansing is usually dehydration, not excess oil — this mask's watery essence adds water-based hydration without adding oil, which can genuinely help reduce compensatory shine over time.

Pros: immediate cooling and comfort; fragrance-free formula; a real "Super Cica 7" ingredient stack, not a single trace extract; works as a genuine SOS tool after sun, wind, or exfoliation.

Caveats: single-use format means no long-term cost efficiency data to share; contains a lauric-acid ester (Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate) that fungal-acne-prone users should note; no independent clinical trial data for this exact product was found, only ingredient-level evidence for Centella Asiatica generally.

In Mauritius heat, the shine on your face by midday is sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt — washing more than twice a day strips the acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory sebum overproduction, the exact oiliness you're trying to eliminate.

This mask does not cleanse, so it cannot worsen that cycle, but it is one of the few products designed to actively interrupt it: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate (licorice-root derived) and the Centella complex both have documented anti-inflammatory mechanisms that calm the redness left behind by over-washing while Panthenol and Sodium Hyaluronate replace lost surface water.

If your skin currently feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, that is a barrier signal worth listening to before adding any new active step — this mask is a reasonable first response, but a genuinely gentler cleanser matters more long-term.

This mask does not require rinsing, precise dosing, or a sink — you can apply it lying in bed with unwashed hands in an emergency, though a clean face gives better results.

It is bedside-compatible and can function as a genuine single-product routine on a night when a full regimen feels like too much: apply, wait 15-20 minutes (or fall asleep with it on for a shorter window), remove, and pat in the leftover essence.

It has no strong scent and a light, non-tacky finish, so it shouldn't trigger sensory aversion the way heavy balms or fragranced products can on an overstimulated day.

1. When: PM is best (recovery-focused), though AM is fine if you're not applying makeup immediately after.
2. How much: One full sheet, unfolded and pressed onto clean, dry-to-slightly-damp skin.
3. How: Smooth from center outward to remove air bubbles, leave 15-20 minutes, remove, then pat (do not rub) the remaining essence into the skin.

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.

1. Gentle cleanse (if needed)
2. Hydrating toner
3. Medicube Super Cica Calming Mask (occasional — not a daily AM step; use on flare-up mornings)
4. Pat in remaining essence
5. Lightweight moisturizer
6. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (mandatory)

In humid Mauritius mornings, the mask's humectants (glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate) draw water from the surrounding humid air rather than pulling it from deeper skin layers, so AM use in high humidity is genuinely efficient.

This product carries no photosensitizing ingredients, but it is not a sunscreen — always follow with SPF if you're heading outdoors.

1. Double cleanse (oil cleanser if wearing SPF/makeup, then water-based cleanser)
2. Toner
3. Medicube Super Cica Calming Mask (bolded anchor step) — 15-20 minutes
4. Pat in remaining essence
5. Moisturizer

In a 4-night skin-cycling framework, this mask fits best on Night 3 or 4 (a Recovery night) — it is not an exfoliant or a retinoid, so it doesn't occupy an active lane; it supports whichever lane you're recovering from.

Technique: Pat/press, do not rub — friction on already-irritated skin increases inflammation rather than calming it.

Required skin state: Clean, dry or lightly damp skin — the sheet adheres better and the essence penetrates more evenly on a dry base.

Wait time: 15-20 minutes for the sheet on-face; do not let it dry out and stay on the skin, as a drying sheet can pull moisture back out.

Hands vs cotton pad: Not applicable here — this is a pre-soaked sheet, not a product you dispense yourself.

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

Global execution rules: apply thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait 10-20s between watery layers, 30-60s between serum layers, 10-15 minutes before sunscreen if heading outdoors. Default amounts: toner/essence 5-8 drops, serum/ampoule 2-3 drops, eye product ½ rice-grain per eye, gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream moisturizer 1-2 peas, sunscreen the 2-finger rule for face. If a routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than adding more.

AM Maximum Stack: (1) Rinse/gentle cleanse (optional) (2) pH-prep toner (optional) (3) hydrating toner layers (optional) (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 (10) oil-control lane — choose one (11) peptide/repair lane (12) eye product (13) moisturizer (14) optional sealing layer (15) sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++, non-negotiable (16) lip SPF.

PM Maximum Stack: (1) micellar pre-cleanse (optional) (2) oil cleanser/balm if wearing SPF/makeup (3) water cleanser (4) pH-prep toner (5) hydrating toner layers (6) essence (7) soothing/barrier serum (8) anchor product — Medicube Super Cica Calming Mask sits here, on fully clean skin, 15-20 minutes, pat in remainder (9) targeted serum only if non-conflicting (10) moisturizer (11) sleeping mask (optional) (12) occlusive seal (optional) (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.

One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration — including this mask — can always accompany any of those lanes.

This mask's essence is water-thin — the thinnest tier on the viscosity ladder — so apply it after cleansing and toning but before serum, moisturizer, or any oil-based product.

Layering rule: thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase. The remaining essence in the packet should go on before your moisturizer, never after.

The formula appears thin in the packet and applies thin on skin — there is no shear-thinning behavior to account for here, unlike thick gel-creams.

Rest days: none required — this is a calming, not an exfoliating, product, so there's no barrier-damage risk from frequent use within reason.

Overuse note: using it daily won't produce faster barrier repair than 2-3x/week — it produces a habit of masking, not more effective recovery. Save it for genuine flare-up moments to keep its SOS value intact.

Prerequisites: before starting, your routine should already include a gentle, pH-appropriate cleanser and a daily SPF habit — this mask soothes, it does not replace foundational skin protection.

• Redness and flushing: the Centella complex has documented anti-inflammatory activity that reduces visible capillary flushing.
• Post-inflammatory erythema (PIE) — the red/pink marks left after a pimple heals: this is what the mask is genuinely built for. It does not address post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH — the brown/tan marks); PIH responds to niacinamide, Vitamin C, or tranexamic acid instead, which this product does not contain in a meaningful dose.
• Barrier stress and tightness: Panthenol and Sodium Hyaluronate replace surface moisture lost to over-cleansing, sun, or wind.
• What this cannot do: it cannot shrink pores, cannot lighten your natural skin tone, cannot treat the underlying cause of acne (no BHA or Benzoyl Peroxide present), and cannot reverse structural sun damage.

Gentle cleanser to protect the acid mantle before this mask (primary + 3 alternatives, all verified in-stock):

• COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser — pH-appropriate daily cleanse that won't undo the mask's calming benefit.
• Alternative: ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleanser — low-pH, hydrating cleanse for sensitive skin.
• Alternative: Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser — pH ~5.5 gel-to-foam cleanser.
• Alternative: Purito Seoul Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cleanser — Panthenol-forward, gentle daily cleanse.

Barrier-support moisturizer to seal in the essence (primary + 3 alternatives):

• SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream — ceramide-anchored barrier cream, same Centella family for a coherent routine.
• Alternative: Anua Daily Relief Lotion — lightweight Heartleaf-based lotion for daily sensitivity support.
• Alternative: Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream — richer hanbang-style moisturizer for drier skin days.
• Alternative (trial size): SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Enrich Cream 15ml.

Mineral sunscreen for AM use after this mask (primary + 3 alternatives):

• SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light — mineral-only (Zinc Oxide) SPF30 PA++++, gentle on reactive skin.
• Alternative: SKIN1004 Air-Fit Suncream Plus SPF50+ PA++++.
• Alternative: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics.
• Alternative: Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream.

Pilling pairs: layering this mask's essence under a heavy silicone-based primer without a full absorption wait can pill; wait the full 1-2 minutes for the essence to absorb before makeup.

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which breaks down collagen, increases transepidermal water loss, and can worsen inflammatory redness — the same visible redness this mask is designed to calm.

Using this mask during a genuinely stressful stretch (exam period, deadline crunch, a Mauritius heatwave) addresses the visible symptom — redness and dehydration — but it does not lower cortisol itself; sleep, hydration, and reducing other actives during a flare matter more for the root cause.

Permeability: Water-Permeable (wudu-compatible). The essence is water-based and thin, and once patted in it does not form an occlusive film that would block water contact with the skin during ablution.

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: "Pure essential oils like lavender or peppermint calm irritated skin fastest."
REALITY: Undiluted essential oils are highly concentrated and can cause contact dermatitis and chemical burns on already-compromised skin — this mask uses purified, standardized Centella extracts in a hydrating base instead, which delivers anti-inflammatory benefit without that risk.

MYTH: "If my skin still looks red after one mask, it isn't working."
REALITY: A single sheet mask provides real but temporary relief; chronic redness needs a consistent gentle routine and, if it persists, a dermatologist — this product is one supportive tool, not a cure.

AC environments: in air-conditioned rooms for extended hours, the Sodium Hyaluronate in this essence can start drawing moisture from your deeper skin layers instead of the (now-dry) air — always seal this mask's essence with a moisturizer if you'll be in AC for hours afterward.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 increases during cane harvest burns; since this mask isn't tacky or occlusive, it doesn't trap extra particulate — use it PM after cleansing off the day's pollution exposure.

Hard water note: not directly relevant to a leave-on mask, but if your local tap water is hard, pair this with a gentle, low-pH cleanser beforehand to avoid the calcium-stearate tightness that hard water residue can leave.

*Concentrations for the Centella complex are not publicly disclosed by the brand — evidence grading above reflects the general ingredient literature, not a product-specific clinical trial for this exact mask.

Full INCI List:

Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Arginine, Carbomer, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Panthenol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Acetate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Madecassoside, Cellulose, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprylate, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Stearic Acid, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid.

*This estimated-1%-line placement is not lab-verified — it is a standard-convention estimate based on descending INCI order. The purified Centella actives sit below this estimated line, but unlike inert "fairy dust" ingredients, these are pharmacologically active even at low concentrations per the published ingredient literature — this footnote exists because the brand has not disclosed the actual percentage, not because the ingredients are necessarily ineffective.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin (a gentle, widely-used non-paraben preservative pairing) plus Disodium EDTA (a chelator that supports preservative efficacy, not a preservative itself).

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no "Parfum," "Fragrance," or named essential oil used as a scent agent appears in the declared INCI.

Scent: A very faint, natural herbal note from the botanical extracts themselves (not an added fragrance), dissipating within seconds of application. Intensity: 1/5.

EU 26 allergen screen: None of the 26 EU-declared fragrance allergens were detected in the declared INCI.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no ethanol or denatured alcohol present.

Tea Tree note: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil and Leaf Extract are both present — while not on the EU 26 list, Tea Tree oil is a known individual sensitizer for a subset of users; patch test if you have a known Tea Tree sensitivity.

Halal Status: Halal-Friendly*.

*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 Status: Not fully vegan — the INCI includes Hydrolyzed Collagen and Hydrolyzed Elastin, both of which are typically animal-derived proteins (most commonly bovine or marine) unless the brand states a specific plant/lab-grown source, which was not found. This product should not be marketed as vegan-friendly.

Cruelty-Free: Uncertified.*

*Brand-stated policy of cruelty-free practices "where possible." Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. Medicube's parent company APR Corp retails in Mainland China, where post-market animal testing may be required by law for some product categories; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no polymer microbead or film-forming plastic ingredient was detected in the declared INCI.

MFDS Classification: General Cosmetic. No evidence was found that this SKU is registered as a Korean Functional Cosmetic (기능성화장품) for whitening, wrinkle-improvement, or UV protection — its function is soothing and hydration.

Clinical evidence: The brand markets a "Super Cica 7" complex and states the sheet is OEKO-TEX certified material*, but no independently-disclosed clinical trial (sample size, duration, protocol) was found for this exact SKU. A retail-listing summary attributes to this product a claim of roughly 4.90% reduction in stimulus-induced redness within 60 seconds of use*.

*Brand claims; no independently verifiable OEKO-TEX certificate number was located during this research pass. The 4.90%-redness-reduction figure was found only via a third-party retail-listing summary, not a directly-verified primary clinical report — treat it as a brand-marketing claim with no disclosed sample size or test protocol, not an independently audited result.

Dermatologist-tested claim: some retail listings for this product state "dermatologist tested"*.

*Brand claims "Dermatologist Tested" but no publicly available study data, sample size, or testing protocol has been disclosed.

Evidence confidence: Medium — Centella Asiatica's anti-inflammatory and wound-healing mechanisms are well-published at the ingredient level, but that is not the same as an independently-verified clinical trial on this specific formulation.

Fungal Acne (Malassezia) Safety: FA-Conditional. The formula contains Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, a lauric-acid ester commonly flagged as a Malassezia-feeding ingredient across independent ingredient databases. If you are specifically managing fungal-acne-type breakouts (small, uniform, itchy bumps typically on the forehead, chest, or back), patch test on a small area first rather than applying to the full face.

Assessment: Low.

Pilling is unlikely with this thin, fast-absorbing essence on its own; the main risk is layering a heavy silicone primer or thick sunscreen immediately on top before the essence has fully absorbed.

Mitigation: wait the full 1-2 minutes after patting in the essence before applying the next product, and use hands rather than a cotton pad to avoid dragging product into pilled clumps.

Fresh appearance: clear-to-slightly-milky watery essence with no visible discoloration. If the sachet's essence has turned distinctly yellow or brown, or the sheet feels dry rather than saturated, discard rather than use.

Storage: keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; refrigeration before use is optional and purely for the cooling sensory effect, not required for stability. Bathroom humidity in Mauritius can degrade the foil seal over long storage — check the seal is intact before opening.

Spoilage signs: torn or leaking sachet, dried-out sheet, off/sour smell, or discoloration. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test: apply a small amount of the essence to your inner forearm, wait 24 hours, then test behind the ear for another 24 hours before full facial use — especially important given the Tea Tree oil/extract and Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate content.

72-Hour Barrier Reset (if you react to anything in your routine): 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."

• Leaving the sheet on until it dries out completely — a dry sheet pulls moisture back out of the skin instead of delivering it.
• Rubbing the leftover essence in vigorously instead of patting — friction on irritated skin worsens inflammation.
• Using it as a daily step expecting faster results — frequency doesn't speed barrier repair past a certain point.
• Skipping moisturizer afterward, assuming the essence alone is enough to seal in hydration for the rest of the day.
• Reusing a sheet mask — this is explicitly single-use; reuse risks introducing bacteria.

Usage math: one 22g sheet = one full-face use; there is no dosing flexibility since it's single-use and pre-portioned.

Lifespan: if used 1-3 times per week as an SOS/recovery step, a single unit lasts one application; plan reorder timing around how often your skin genuinely flares rather than a fixed calendar cadence.

Reorder timing: if you use this mask as a recurring weekly recovery step, reorder before your last sheet to avoid a gap during your next flare-up.

This mask is a recovery-and-comfort step, not a daily foundation product — it works best slotted into an existing gentle routine on the nights your skin needs it most.

1. Cleanse with a low-pH, gentle cleanser.
2. Tone (optional).
3. Apply Medicube Super Cica Calming Mask, 15-20 minutes.
4. Pat in remaining essence.
5. Moisturize.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now (stinging on moisturizer, visible flaking): use this mask on its own with no other actives that night, then repeat every 2-3 days until symptoms ease.

If you're spending hours in AC: seal the essence with an occlusive-leaning moisturizer immediately after, since the humectants here can otherwise pull moisture from your own skin in dry AC air.

If you just came from sun or beach exposure: refrigerate the sachet 10-15 minutes first for extra cooling, then follow with a soothing moisturizer rather than anything with active ingredients that night.

Stock-true bundle — Simple Soothing Set: COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser → this mask → SKIN1004 Probio-Cica Enrich Cream → SKIN1004 Air-Fit Suncream Light (AM only). Each step reinforces the Centella-calming lane without stacking conflicting actives.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with Medicube Super Cica Calming 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.

If you want the same weekly-treatment format at a different price point or texture, three verified in-stock alternatives exist in our catalog:

• Beauty of Joseon Centella Asiatica Calming Mask — a well-known, budget-friendly Centella sheet mask for regular weekly use.
• Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Sheet Mask — a different botanical lane (Houttuynia Cordata) if Centella alone isn't cutting it for your irritation.
• SOME BY MI Real Cica Calming Care Mask — a budget-friendly Cica option for frequent stocking.

If you want a daily, leave-on format instead of a weekly single-use sheet, see the Graduation Pathway below for the Medicube Exosome Cica Ampoule.

Mindful use reminder: if you already have a calming sheet mask at home that you like, finish it first — the goal is consistency, not accumulation.

Choose the Medicube Exosome Cica Ampoule over this mask if you need daily, leave-in Centella support rather than an occasional treatment: the ampoule stays in your routine every day, while this mask is designed as a periodic SOS tool.

Upgrade triggers (if 2+ apply, consider the ampoule instead of or alongside the mask):

• If your redness is a daily baseline condition rather than an occasional flare, THEN a daily leave-on ampoule addresses the root pattern better than a weekly mask.
• If you dislike the extra step/mess of a sheet mask, THEN the ampoule's simple pump-and-apply format fits a low-effort routine better.
• If you're already barrier-compromised and reactive to new products, THEN do not add the ampoule yet — repair barrier first with this mask and a plain moisturizer.

Don't upgrade if: you only experience redness occasionally (after sun, exfoliation, or stress) — the mask's SOS format is sufficient and you don't need a daily-commitment product; or you're new to Centella-based actives and want to confirm tolerance before adding a daily leave-on version.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, the ampoule is worth adding. If not, this mask alone is sufficient. Consistency beats complexity.

This mask sits at the "occasional SOS" end of a real Centella-care ladder within Medicube's own catalog: Super Cica Calming Mask (occasional, single-use) → a daily Centella barrier cream (everyday maintenance) → Medicube Exosome Cica Ampoule (concentrated daily leave-on for chronic redness).

Most users should start at the mask/cream end and only add the ampoule if redness remains a persistent, daily issue after a few weeks of consistent basic care.

This product's PRIMARY function is: acute soothing and redness reduction via a Centella-based essence-soaked sheet. You do NOT need this if you already own an unfinished, similar Centella or Heartleaf sheet mask — finish what you have first.

Check your current stash for an open box of any calming sheet mask with a similar active profile before buying more; since this is single-use, there's no expiry-waste risk per sheet, but buying a second brand while a full box sits unused is still redundant spend.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit if you already own another Centella-based calming sheet mask (same mechanism); Significant Benefit if your current routine has no dedicated redness-relief step at all.

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

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

Quick verification tips for this SKU: genuine Medicube sachets show crisp, high-resolution printing in both Korean and English with a legible batch code; the EAN-13 barcode should begin with 880 (Korea). If in doubt, contact us on WhatsApp with a photo before use.

Medicube positions itself as bringing "clinic treatments at home," pairing dermatology-adjacent actives with its own at-home device line. It has built strong TikTok-driven virality, particularly in the US market, and APR Corp went public on the Korean stock exchange (KRX) in 2024.

The Cica line, including this mask, sits apart from Medicube's more aggressive exfoliating (Zero Pore) and device-paired (AGE-R, PDRN) lines — it's the brand's gentlest, most broadly-suitable category.

Community reviews specifically attributable to this exact single-sheet SKU (platform, reviewer type, and quote all verifiable) were not found in our research at the time of writing — a related but different Medicube "Super Cica Daily Quick" 30-sheet multipack has an Amazon listing, and Korean review aggregator Hwahae lists this product, but neither yielded independently verifiable review text via the tools available this session.

We would rather say that plainly than invent a quote, a platform, or a reviewer. If you've used this mask, we'd genuinely welcome your feedback via WhatsApp to help future customers.

Sustainability: the mixed-material foil sachet is typically not recyclable in standard Mauritian household recycling streams; dispose of the used sheet and sachet in general waste.

Can I use this if I have active acne?

Yes for calming the redness and inflammation around active breakouts — but it contains no BHA or Benzoyl Peroxide, so it won't treat the acne itself, and it contains a lauric-acid ester some fungal-acne-prone users should patch test first.

Is tingling on application normal?

A mild, cooling tingle can be normal on dehydrated or mildly irritated skin. Actual burning or stinging that doesn't fade within 30 seconds is not — remove and rinse if that happens.

Can I reuse the sheet?

No — this is explicitly single-use; reusing introduces bacteria and is unhygienic.

How often should I use it?

1-3 times per week as a recovery/SOS step is the honest sweet spot — daily use won't speed results and defeats its purpose as a flare-up tool.

Is this a fungal-acne-safe product?

Not unconditionally — it contains Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, a commonly-flagged Malassezia-feeding ingredient. If fungal acne is a known concern for you, patch test before full-face use.

Cica (Centella Asiatica)

A medicinal plant, also called Tiger Grass, widely used in K-beauty for its anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties.

Madecassoside / Asiaticoside / Asiatic Acid / Madecassic Acid

The four main purified active compounds isolated from Centella Asiatica.

PIE (Post-Inflammatory Erythema)

Red or pink marks left after a pimple heals, caused by damaged capillaries — different from PIH (brown pigmented marks).

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally slightly-acidic surface layer (pH ~4.5-5.5) that protects against bacteria and irritation.

Fungal Acne (Malassezia/Pityrosporum Folliculitis)

Small, uniform, itchy bumps caused by yeast overgrowth, often confused with regular acne, that can be worsened by certain fatty-acid-ester ingredients.

Estimated 1% Line

The approximate point in an ingredient list, by descending concentration order, below which each ingredient likely makes up less than 1% of the formula.

Humectant

An ingredient (like Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, or Panthenol) that draws and holds water at the skin's surface rather than adding oil.

MFDS

Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety — the regulator that classifies cosmetics as either "General Cosmetic" or the more strictly-tested "Functional Cosmetic" category.

PAO (Period After Opening)

The number of months a product stays safe to use once opened — not applicable here since this is a single-use, single-application sachet.

TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss)

The rate at which water evaporates from the skin through the outer barrier — a key marker of barrier health that rises with over-cleansing, sun exposure, and stress.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

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

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

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

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

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

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

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Best for: anyone in Mauritius who needs a fast, fragrance-free way to calm sun-, wind-, or exfoliation-irritated skin, and anyone with post-breakout redness (PIE) looking for real relief without harsh actives.

Key benefits: a genuine multi-ingredient Centella complex, not a single trace extract; fragrance-free and low-allergen formula; watery, non-greasy texture suited to humid climates; flexible AM or PM use with no wait-time complexity.

Keep in mind: it's a single-use treatment, not a daily foundation product; it contains a lauric-acid ester some fungal-acne-prone users should patch test; and it addresses redness (PIE), not pigmented dark spots (PIH) — don't expect it to fade brown marks.

Assessment: Generally Suitable, with one caveat.

This formula is fragrance-free, retinoid-free, and uses a minimal, widely-tolerated preservative pairing (1,2-Hexanediol and Ethylhexylglycerin) rather than harsher preservative systems — all favorable for treatment-sensitized skin. The one caveat is the Tea Tree (Melaleuca) oil and extract content, which some treatment-sensitized or highly reactive skin may not tolerate as well as a fully botanical-free formula.

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

Antioxidant pollution defense: the formula contains Tocopherol (Vitamin E) and Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, both of which help neutralize free-radical damage from UV and airborne pollutants — a genuine, if secondary, benefit alongside the calming actives.

AC/humidity swing interaction: the essence's humectants (Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate) work by creating a vapor pressure gradient that pulls water toward the skin — this helps in humid outdoor air but can reverse in a long, dry, air-conditioned room, pulling water from your own deeper skin layers instead. Always follow with a moisturizer if you'll be in AC for more than an hour or two after use.