VT CICA COLLAGEN ALL IN ONE 3STEP MASK (1.5G+1.5G+25G)

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · Pregnancy-Safe (no retinoids/BHA/hydroquinone/chemical UV filters found in any of the three disclosed INCIs) · Halal-Friendly* · FA-Conditional · Not Vegan (Propolis Extract, Beeswax) · Not Fragrance-Free.

A single-use mask kit like this one is meant to feel like a mini spa reset — the kind of concentrated, one-evening treatment that makes ordinary daily products feel like they're working harder afterward. VT's own brand language for this format calls the mask sheet a "semi-gel with elastic texture," which is an unusually specific, checkable claim rather than vague marketing.

Pros: rare brand-disclosed collagen percentage per step (1% / 1.5% / 0.01%), genuinely differentiated jelly-fabric mask texture, no retinoids/acids to schedule around, low-commitment single-use format.

Caveats: Step 3's 0.01% collagen is a fairy-dusted finishing gesture, not a meaningful third dose — see Section 23; contains Fragrance and bee-derived Propolis/Beeswax; this is an occasional treatment, not a daily-use hydrator.

Classification: YELLOW (14+ with guidance). Nothing in the three disclosed INCIs is unsafe for younger skin, but this is a firming/anti-aging-positioned treatment (collagen, adenosine) targeting a concern — early collagen decline and loss of bounce — that under-16 skin has not yet begun to experience.

There is no youth-targeted packaging here, so this is a "not needed yet" flag, not a safety flag. A teenager wanting an occasional hydrating mask is better served by VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask, which skips the firming-collagen positioning entirely.

Step 1 (When): PM, after cleansing and toning, once every 1-2 weeks as a treatment (not a daily step).

Step 2 (How much): Full sachet/sheet/sachet — this kit is dosed for one full-face use across all three steps, no measuring needed.

Step 3 (How): Apply the First Serum sachet (1.5g) to clean skin, follow with the 25g jelly sheet mask for 15-20 minutes, remove, then pat in the Firming Cream sachet (1.5g) without rinsing.

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. Rinse or gentle cleanse. 2. Hydrating toner (optional, 1 layer often enough in Mauritius humidity — humectants draw water from humid morning air rather than deeper skin layers). 3. Antioxidant serum, if used. 4. Facial moisturizer. 5. SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable). This 3-step mask is not part of a normal AM routine — reserve it for an evening treatment slot, though an occasional weekend-morning use before a low-makeup day is not harmful.

No AM restriction applies — none of the disclosed actives are photosensitizing.

1. Double cleanse if wearing makeup/SPF. 2. Toner. 3. Step 1 — First Serum sachet, pressed in. 4. Step 2 — Jelly Sheet Mask, 15-20 minutes. 5. Remove mask (do not rinse residual essence). 6. Step 3 — Firming Cream sachet, patted in as the final seal — skip your usual moisturizer this one night, since Step 3 already fills that role.

If you run a retinoid or acid elsewhere in your routine, treat this mask night as a Recovery night in your skin-cycling schedule rather than layering it on the same night as an active treatment.

Technique: Press, don't rub — the jelly-fabric mask is heavily saturated and can shift out of place if handled roughly; smooth it from the center outward and let it sit rather than adjusting repeatedly.

Required skin state: Clean, toned, and slightly damp before Step 1.

Wait time: 15-20 minutes for Step 2; no wait required after Step 3 before sleep.

Cotton pad vs. hands: Hands for all three steps — a mask kit like this delivers no benefit from a cotton pad, which would only waste product.

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 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 min if going outdoors or applying makeup. Amount defaults unless brand-specific guidance overrides: watery toner/essence 5-8 drops per layer; serum/ampoule 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 plus 1 finger for neck. Hydrators go on slightly damp skin; retinoids on fully dry skin; if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than add 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 (optional). 9. Hydration serum lane (optional). 10. Oil-control lane (optional). 11. Peptide/growth-factor lane (optional). 12. Eye 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.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional). 2. Oil cleanser/balm (if SPF/makeup worn). 3. Water cleanser. 4. pH-prep toner (optional). 5. Hydrating toner layers (optional). 6. Essence (optional). 7. Soothing/barrier serum (optional). 8. Anchor treatment (retinoid/acid/Vitamin C, if used — not this product). 9. Treatment mask slot — this 3-step kit sits here, replacing steps 9-10 with its own Serum→Mask→Cream sequence on treatment nights. 10. Moisturizer (skip if Step 3 cream already applied). 11. Sleeping mask (optional, skip on a treatment-mask night). 12. Occlusive seal (optional). 13. Spot treatment (as needed). 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 items can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane (barrier/hydration) and reduce layers.

Rung: Progresses through the full ladder in one sitting — Step 1 is a water-thin serum, Step 2 is a saturated medium-gel sheet, Step 3 is a medium cream. Apply strictly in that order; reversing the sequence wastes the serum under an already-saturated mask.

Layering rule: Thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase. Step 3 introduces the kit's only meaningful oil-phase ingredients (Jojoba Seed Oil, Beeswax, Dimethicone), which is why it comes last as a seal.

Phase compatibility: Steps 1-2 are water-phase gels; Step 3 is a light emulsion (Cetearyl Olivate/Sorbitan Olivate emulsifiers) — treat Step 3 as your moisturizer for that night rather than layering a separate cream on top.

Rest days: No rest day needed after use — this is a hydrating/firming treatment, not an exfoliant, so it does not require a recovery period.

Overuse warning: 1-2x per week is the realistic ceiling for a single-use kit like this; using it more often does not accelerate results and just uses up sachets faster with no added benefit.

Prerequisites: None — this is a foundational hydrating/firming treatment, not an advanced active requiring prior groundwork.

Primary targets: Surface dehydration and dullness (Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid derivatives across all three steps); temporary firmness/plumping (Hydrolyzed Collagen, Adenosine); post-heat/sun barrier comfort (Centella Asiatica complex, Panthenol — Step 1 only).

Secondary benefits: Niacinamide across all three steps offers mild brightening/barrier support alongside the headline collagen story.

What this product cannot do: Cannot rebuild your skin's own structural collagen (see Glossary); cannot substitute for daily SPF in preventing collagen breakdown from UV exposure; cannot lift or physically tighten sagging skin — any "lifting" sensation is a temporary tightening-film effect from the film-forming ingredients, not a mechanical lift.

Every recommendation below was verified in Adilsons' live catalog as status: active with real stock at the time of writing. Stock changes constantly — if your first pick shows as unavailable, the alternatives are genuine substitutes, not filler.

1. Daily SPF (mandatory pairing, this product has none): Primary — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ML. Alternatives — Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics 50ML, Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture SunCream 50ml, ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Tone Up Sunscreen 50ML.

2. Daily-use moisturizer in the same Cica Collagen family (for non-mask nights): Primary — VT Cica Collagen Cream 30ML. Alternatives — VT Cica Collagen Eye Cream 15ML (eye area), VT PDRN Capsule Cream 100 50ml, VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask 30EA (for gentler daily masking between treatment nights).

Pilling pairs: Applying a heavy silicone-based primer immediately after Step 3 without a wait can pill, since Step 3 contains Dimethicone. Mitigation: wait 60 seconds, pat rather than rub.

Bee/pollen allergy → Propolis Extract (Step 1, Step 2) and Beeswax (Step 3): both are bee-derived. Anyone with a diagnosed bee-product or pollen allergy should patch test carefully or avoid this product, since a genuine allergic reaction (not just irritation) is possible.

MYTH: "Topical collagen rebuilds my skin's own collagen." REALITY: Hydrolyzed Collagen molecules are far larger than what topical application can meaningfully deliver into the dermis where your body's own collagen lives — the real benefit is surface hydration and a temporary plumping film, not structural rebuilding.

MYTH: "Glycine Soja Phytoplacenta Extract means this contains animal placenta." REALITY: "Glycine Soja" is the botanical name for soybean — this is a plant-derived extract, not an animal-derived ingredient, despite the alarming-sounding name.

AC environment warning: In air-conditioned environments, the Hyaluronic Acid derivatives in Steps 2-3 can draw moisture from your deeper skin layers instead of from the air on non-mask days. Seal your regular daily moisturizer with an occlusive if you spend long hours in AC.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; since this product is applied after cleansing rather than being a cleanser itself, hard-water residue mainly affects how clean your skin feels going in — a pH-adjusting toner beforehand helps this mask absorb more evenly.

Step 1 — First Serum (1.5g): Water, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Collagen (1%), Arginine, C12-14 Alketh-12, Carbomer, Panthenol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Adenosine, Cellulose Gum, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Phytoplacenta Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Maltodextrin, Collagen Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Propolis Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance.

Step 2 — Jelly Sheet Mask (25g): Water, Glycerin, Glycereth-26, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed Collagen (1.5%), 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Arginine, C12-14 Alketh-12, Carbomer, Allantoin, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Disodium EDTA, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Phytoplacenta Extract.

Step 3 — Firming Cream (1.5g): Purified Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Jojoba Seed Oil, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Beeswax, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dimethicone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate/VP Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Cetyl Palmitate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sorbitan Palmitate, Isohexadecane, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Adenosine, Polysorbate 80, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Ceramide NP, Baobab Seed Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Sorbitan Oleate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Fragrance, Hydrolyzed Collagen (0.01%), Sodium Hyaluronate, Galactoarabinan, Polyglucuronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid.

*These three ingredient lists were compiled from multiple independent retailer listings via WebSearch (direct WebFetch to the source pages was not available in this environment), cross-corroborated for the disclosed collagen percentages specifically. Treated as medium-high confidence.

Fairy dusting note: Step 3's 0.01% Hydrolyzed Collagen sits at a trace concentration despite Step 3 being marketed as the "Firming Cream" — its firming contribution realistically comes from the film-forming polymers and Ceramide NP rather than from collagen at that level.* Everything after the estimated 1% line marker in each step (the Centella complex in Step 1, the HA-derivative cascade in Step 3) is present at supporting, not headline, concentration — standard for a multi-ingredient formula, not evidence the ingredients are ineffective.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, and Hydroxyacetophenone (Step 3) — a modern, paraben-free multi-functional preservative combination across all three steps.

Fragrance status: Synthetic Fragrance (Parfum) — "Fragrance" appears explicitly in Step 1 and Step 3's disclosed INCI (Step 2 does not list Fragrance separately).

Scent description: Not independently verified by our research; treat as a mild, formulated scent typical of this product category.

EU 26 allergen screen: No individually EU26-named allergen (e.g., Linalool, Limonene) appears as its own separate INCI entry in the disclosed lists — but the generic "Fragrance" entry itself may contain undisclosed allergens.* Patch test advised for anyone with known fragrance sensitivity.

*Based on brand-declared INCI. The term "Fragrance" in the INCI list may contain undisclosed allergens. Patch test advised for sensitive individuals.

Alcohol disclosure: Cetearyl Alcohol present in Step 3 — this is a fatty (emollient) alcohol, not a drying alcohol.

Halal: No formal third-party Halal certification was found.* Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data: no ethanol from fermentation and no pork-derived ingredients were detected across any of the three steps. Propolis Extract and Beeswax (both bee-derived) are generally considered halal-permissible by most scholars, but this is NOT a formal Halal certification — Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan: Not vegan. Propolis Extract (Steps 1-2) and Beeswax (Step 3) are both genuine bee-derived ingredients — this product does not qualify for a Vegan-Friendly badge even on a self-assessed basis. "Glycine Soja Phytoplacenta Extract" is soy (plant) derived, not an animal ingredient, despite the name.

Cruelty-free: *Brand-stated policy (not tested on animals). Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or an equivalent third-party audit. We did not confirm whether VT sells through Mainland China retail channels that could require post-market animal testing by law — treat the cruelty-free claim as brand-stated only.

Microplastic status: No confirmed microbead/microplastic exfoliating particles in any disclosed INCI — Microplastic-Free: Likely Yes, based on the portions available to us.

MFDS classification: Not confirmed as a Functional Cosmetic filing for this exact kit — treated as General Cosmetic. "Functional" in Korea means the product underwent additional government efficacy testing for a specific claim; we found no such filing on record for this SKU.

Clinical evidence: No independently published, non-brand clinical study was located for this exact product. The disclosed collagen percentages are real, checkable brand specifications, but the "deeply regenerates" and "firms and elasticizes" marketing language is brand-stated, not independently verified.*

*Clinical evidence for this specific SKU's efficacy claims is marketing-only at the time of writing.

Evidence confidence: Medium for the ingredient-mechanism claims (niacinamide, centella, collagen are well-studied ingredient classes generally); Low/Marketing-Only for this exact kit's "3-step" efficacy framing.

FA safety: FA-Conditional — Step 3's disclosed INCI includes several fatty-acid-ester-type emollients (Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Sorbitan Oleate, Polysorbate 80) that fall within chain-length ranges some sources associate with feeding Malassezia yeast. Occasional (weekly) use lowers real-world reactivity risk versus a daily leave-on cream, but those specifically prone to fungal-acne-type bumps should patch test first.

Assessment: Low-Medium. Steps 1-2 absorb/rinse away cleanly; Step 3's silicone content (Dimethicone) can pill if a heavy product is layered on top without a wait.

Mitigation: Treat Step 3 as your final step for the night; if you do add anything after it, wait 60 seconds and pat rather than rub.

Color baseline: Expect a clear-to-pale serum, a translucent jelly sheet, and an off-white cream; a strong color shift or rancid smell in any sachet signals spoilage — discard that sachet rather than use it.

Storage: Mauritius heat and humidity accelerate spoilage of single-use sachets faster than a sealed bottle; store the box away from direct bathroom-shelf heat and use each kit within its printed shelf life.

Spoilage signs: A punctured or already-open sachet on arrival, separation that won't remix, or a sour smell — when in doubt, discard that sachet and do not use the kit.

Patch test: Apply a small amount of Step 1 to the inner forearm, wait 24 hours; if clear, apply behind the ear, wait another 24 hours; then use the full 3-step kit.

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 discontinue use.

Top mistakes: 1. Rinsing off Step 1's serum before applying the mask. 2. Skipping Step 3, thinking the mask alone is the whole treatment. 3. Using it more than 1-2x/week expecting faster results. 4. Applying a separate heavy moisturizer on top of Step 3 the same night. 5. Ignoring a punctured sachet on arrival instead of checking it before use.

Overuse threshold: 1-2x weekly is the realistic ceiling; more frequent use does not accelerate results and just depletes your kit count.

Usage math: This is a single-use kit — one box provides one complete 3-step treatment session.

Lifespan: Using more than one kit per week does not improve results faster, since the collagen/niacinamide/centella actives work cumulatively over weeks of consistent occasional use, not from a single oversaturated session.

Reorder timing: If you use this weekly as part of a routine, plan to reorder roughly two weeks before your current supply runs out to allow for delivery time.

This 3-step kit does one job well — an occasional, concentrated hydration-and-firming reset — and it replaces your regular treatment-plus-moisturizer step on the night you use it (see the Routine Encyclopedia above for exact placement).

PM (mask night): Cleanse → toner → Step 1 serum → Step 2 mask (15-20 min) → remove → Step 3 cream (final step, no additional moisturizer needed). AM (every day): Cleanse → optional toner/serum → moisturizer → SPF50+ PA++++ (mandatory, this product provides none).

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: Skip this treatment until your barrier stabilizes — the Fragrance and Propolis content are more likely to sting compromised skin than support it.

If you are in AC for long stretches: Schedule this mask on a night when your skin feels tightest from AC exposure — its saturating format is well suited to an acute dehydration dip.

Stock-true bundle (3 products): VT Cica Collagen Cream 30ML (daily moisturizer for non-mask nights) + this 3-step kit (weekly treatment) + SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ML (daily SPF) — a simple daily-plus-weekly hydration routine.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with this product, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you want a gentler, fragrance-lighter daily-use mask instead of an occasional firming treatment, VT Cica Daily Soothing Mask (30EA) is currently in stock and is designed for frequent use rather than a once-weekly reset — a genuinely different use-case, not a repackaged version of this product.

Thesis: Choose this 3-Step Mask over the Cica Daily Soothing Mask if you want a concentrated, collagen-forward firming treatment for occasional use rather than a gentle mask you can use several times a week.

Upgrade triggers (choose this 3-step kit if 2+ apply): If you already use a gentle daily sheet mask with no visible firming change, THEN a collagen-forward treatment offers a different, more concentrated approach. If your primary concern is occasional dullness/dehydration rather than daily maintenance, THEN a weekly treatment format fits better than a daily one. If you tolerate fragranced K-beauty masks well, THEN this format's scent is not a barrier. If your barrier is currently compromised or reactive, do not upgrade yet — use the gentler Daily Soothing Mask first.

Don't upgrade if: you have a known fragrance or bee-product allergy and haven't patch-tested; you want a mask for frequent (multiple times weekly) use, which this format is not designed or priced for; you are already satisfied with a simpler daily mask and see no need for a firming-positioned upgrade.

Decision close: If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, this 3-step kit is worth choosing for occasional use. If not, the Daily Soothing Mask is sufficient and gentler. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: occasional, concentrated collagen-and-centella hydration and temporary firming via a 3-step sequential treatment. You do NOT need this if you already own another single-use collagen or firming mask kit you haven't finished — use that one first.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit if you already run another collagen-forward treatment mask weekly (same mechanism); Marginal Benefit if your current routine is daily-mask-only and you want an occasional more concentrated step; Significant Benefit if you currently use no treatment masks 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: All three sachets/pouches inside the box should arrive individually sealed and unpunctured; check for a legible batch code on the outer box; the mask sheet should have the described stretchy "semi-gel" feel, not a dry or overly stiff fabric.

VT is best known internationally for its Centella Asiatica ("Cica") soothing skincare line and a high-profile BTS brand-ambassador partnership that anchored its global visibility from 2019 onward. The Cica Collagen sub-family pairs that soothing heritage with a collagen-forward firming angle, sitting alongside the brand's separate microneedle-adjacent "Reedle Shot" technology line — this 3-step mask belongs to the Collagen side, not the spicule-based Reedle side.

No dedicated Reddit thread or Amazon review set was found for this exact SKU during this research pass. One individual beauty-blogger review (Cosmetic Proof, October 2024) was found via search; only the search-engine summary of that review was accessible to us. Paraphrased, without direct quotes: the reviewer found the mask sheet's "semi-gel with elastic texture" genuinely distinctive from a standard fabric sheet mask, described the overall experience positively, and noted that the sheet arrived heavily saturated with essence, requiring some careful repositioning to sit flat during application.

Common praise themes: distinctive stretchy texture, intensive hydration. Common complaint themes: initial application can feel fiddly due to how saturated the sheet is — treat the limited sample of available reviews as a research gap, not proof of a broader consensus either way.

Sustainability: Check local recycling guidance for the outer box (typically paperboard) versus the foil/plastic sachets (typically not curbside-recyclable) — separate what you can before disposal.

Do I use all 3 steps in one sitting? Yes — the serum, mask, and cream are designed as one sequential treatment, not three separate products to use on different days.

Is this safe to use if I'm pregnant? No retinoids, salicylic acid, hydroquinone, or chemical UV filters were found in any of the three disclosed INCIs — but always confirm with your own doctor, since this is not a substitute for medical advice, and the Fragrance/Propolis content is worth mentioning to them regardless.

Can I use this if I have fungal-acne-prone skin? Treat it as FA-Conditional (see Section 30B) — Step 3 contains several fatty-ester emollients. Patch test on a small area first.

Does the collagen actually "lift" skin? No mechanical lifting occurs — any tightening sensation comes from film-forming ingredients drying slightly on the skin surface, which is a temporary cosmetic effect, not structural change.

Is it vegan? No — Propolis Extract and Beeswax are both bee-derived.

Hydrolyzed Collagen

Collagen protein broken into smaller fragments for cosmetic formulation; does not become part of your skin's own structural collagen.

Fairy Dusting

Including a marketed ingredient at such a low concentration that it functions mainly as a label claim rather than a meaningful active dose.

Humectant

An ingredient (like Hyaluronic Acid or Glycerin) that draws water into the skin surface.

Occlusive

An ingredient that seals moisture in by forming a physical barrier on the skin.

Adenosine

An MFDS-recognized wrinkle-improvement ingredient, used at low concentrations in many Korean anti-aging products.

Fairy-Dusted Actives

See Fairy Dusting — this term describes the specific ingredients affected by it.

PAO (Period After Opening)

The number of months a product stays safe/effective after first use; less relevant for single-use sachets, which should simply be used by their printed expiry.

MFDS

Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which regulates cosmetics and classifies certain products as "Functional" after additional testing.

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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 wanting an occasional, concentrated collagen-and-centella treatment night with a genuinely distinctive mask texture, who isn't avoiding fragrance or bee-derived ingredients.

Key benefits: Rare brand-disclosed collagen percentages per step; distinctive "semi-gel" jelly mask format; simple 3-step sequence with no acids/retinoids to schedule around; broad skin-type compatibility.

Keep in mind: Not vegan; contains disclosed Fragrance; Step 3's 0.01% collagen is a finishing gesture, not a meaningful third dose — see Section 23.