Gentle Hydrating Face Mask (Hydrating/Anti-Aging)

A moisturizer is designed for daily maintenance hydration. A mask works differently — applied in a thick layer and left on for 10–15 minutes, it creates an occlusive environment that allows the active ingredients to penetrate more deeply than they would in a regular daily product. The Gentle Hydrating Face Mask delivers three Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP), two collagen-stimulating peptides (Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-5 and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-28), Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, and Niacinamide in a single concentrated treatment. This level of barrier repair and hydration delivery is not achievable with a standard moisturizer in a daily routine.

Yes — this is actually one of the best use cases for the Gentle Hydrating Face Mask. After applying the Glow Peeling Pads, TCA treatments, or any chemical exfoliant, the skin's barrier is temporarily more vulnerable and needs immediate replenishment. The three ceramides in this mask directly restore the lipids that make up the skin barrier, while the Aloe Vera, Niacinamide, and Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate (from licorice root) calm post-exfoliation redness and sensitivity. Using this mask as a recovery treatment the night after exfoliation helps the skin heal faster, reduces potential irritation, and maximizes the brightening results of the peel.

Ceramides are naturally occurring lipids that make up approximately 50% of the skin's outer barrier. They act like the mortar between skin cells, holding them together and preventing moisture loss. When the barrier is compromised by age, environmental stress, harsh products, or exfoliation, ceramide levels drop and skin becomes dry, sensitive, and prone to irritation. This mask uses Ceramides NP, AP, and EOP — three structurally different ceramide types — because together they replicate the natural ratio found in healthy skin far more accurately than a single ceramide alone, leading to more complete and lasting barrier repair and superior moisture retention.

Yes. This mask is specifically well-suited for sensitive, reactive, and rosacea-prone skin. The formula is free from harsh exfoliating acids and contains multiple calming and anti-inflammatory ingredients: Aloe Vera soothes irritation, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate (licorice root derivative) reduces redness and inflammation, Rosemary Leaf Oil provides antioxidant protection, and Bamboo Extract calms stressed skin. Niacinamide further reduces redness and strengthens the skin barrier over time. If you have very sensitive skin, we recommend a patch test on the inner arm before full-face application.

Use the Gentle Hydrating Face Mask 1–3 times per week depending on your skin's hydration needs. Dry and mature skin types benefit from 2–3 applications per week, while combination and oily skin types typically do well with once-weekly use as a maintenance treatment. Apply after cleansing on clean, dry skin, leave on for 10–15 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water. After rinsing, follow immediately with your serum and moisturizer while your skin is still receptive to seal in the hydration. Using it the night before an important event is also highly recommended — the peptides and hyaluronic acid create a visible plumping and smoothing effect within hours of use.