|REVIEW| FROMNATURE Sparkling Effect Hyaluronic Aqua Mask

SHEET MASK LOVER
When it comes to masks, I prefer sheet masks above all others. They are more convenient to use, require less effort and are sometimes producing exactly the same effect as some wash-off masks. I've become quite a sheet mask addict ever since I stepped up the game a few years ago to run my own 10-step skincare routine. So, today, let's talk about this very new FROMNATURE sheet mask that I recently got!

Back of the package (everything is in Korean but I've managed to translate them all below 😀)

GET TO KNOW

Before we dive deep into the sea of masks, here's a brief introduction of the brand. I'm pretty sure a lot of you here have not heard of this brand, FROMNATURE. It's rather new and was founded in 2012 under Daehwa C&F Co Ltd in South Korea. Their focus is more on producing high quality skincare products that are reasonably priced and that has made them really popular among the Japanese at the moment.

SPARKLING EFFECT MASK

This mask actually contains sparkling/carbonated water, hence the name. That's what makes the mask so cool (both figuratively and literally) because such water isn't same as the carbonated water you have in your Coke or 100plus. Instead, it comes from 600 meters below Sanbangsan Mountain in Jeju Island, a place in Korea famous for its soda/carbonated hot springs. Beneath the land surface of the mountain, geothermal activity heats up the water and mixes it with carbon dioxide gas, creating this water that contains a large amount of minerals such as sodium, selenium, vanadium, etc. As a result, it has the ability to nourish, revive and soften the skin.

That's my IFRS reference material from my ICAEW course HAHA! I'm using it because I thought the colour matches too well. 😂

SHEET MASK WITH HIGH ADHESION

How so? The mask is made up of three layers. Two layers of natural pulp enclosing one layer of rayon (see that "square Oreo" illustration up there? White = Rayon). Hence, the mask surface that comes into contact with the skin is natural pulp and this intends to help reduce irritation. Then why slip a layer of rayon in the middle? From what I understand, the purpose of this is to enhance adhesion and prevent us from tearing the mask. Eh, I love that! I always get too eager *you're just too clumsy* when it comes up opening up my folded mask HAHA.

IT FEELS AND LOOKS HIGH QUALITY

Remember what I said about the brand's focus? When I first saw the mask packagings, they all just scream "high quality". The royal blue packaging is simple and elegant and I was really reluctant to throw away the packaging after using the mask, it's too pretty! (What a hoarder haha) 😂 Speaking of the mask itself, it gives me a "high-quality product" impression when I was holding in my hands. It also feels slightly thicker than most masks I've used (which are mostly cotton).

Look at the solution inside! Just nice for me to not feel guilty when throwing it away after using the mask, do you feel me? HAHA!

IT'S TIME TO USE THE MASK

Prior to writing this, I've been using the mask three days in a row. My face is in dire need of getting more moisture because of the breakouts! If I don't moisturise it properly, my makeup on the next day would surely crack and become really cakey. So, the masks come at the perfect timing. Because by just using one piece of them before sleep, they keep my face properly moisturised throughout the whole next day and help me maintain a smooth complexion from 7am to 6pm without causing any breakout.

HOW TO USE IT

Just like any other sheet masks, first, you have to cleanse your face thoroughly and prep it with your favourite toner. Then, cover your face with the mask, avoiding your eyes and mouth (just follow the cutout). Set a timer of 15-20 minutes and go do whatever you like. You can continue to read, work or just lay on the couch switching channels (my favourite HAHA). Despite the instructions, I always go a little bit over 20 minutes (once even up to 30 minutes) to let my skin slowly drink up the essence. The mask was still soaked in essence each time I removed it (even after 30 minutes). After that, just gently pat in the remaining essence to help with absorption.

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WHAT ABOUT THE FIT

Honestly, I don't know if I'd ever find a mask that fits my face properly, maybe I have a disproportionate face HAHA. This FROMNATURE mask is way too long at the chin area and it didn't cover all of my forehead as well as each side of my face. But my face has always been larger than most people so, it may fit better on most of you I think. Anyway, I used the liquid from the mask itself (which was dripping a little) to wipe over those parts of my face that weren't covered well by the mask.

It attached firmly to the skin and it almost felt like a silk mask. It also felt really light and soft on my face.

I used the extra long mask to wrap around my chin. Just realised the nose part is slightly shorter but it covered the area needed to be covered so I'm okay with it.

 Side view: the left of my face.

Side view: the right of my face, please ignore my leopard print hair band HAHAHA~ I would love it more if it could cover the whole side of my face.

INGREDIENT LIST

Before I wrap up, here's the ingredient list which I translated from the package itself.

(Skincarisma)

Purified Water, *Butylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Carbonated Water, Betaine, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate (0.005%), 1,2-Hexanediol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Acai Berry Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Noni Extract, Ginkgo Leaf Extract, Pomegranate Extract, Carbomer, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Phenyl Trimethicone, Disodium Iodide, Fragrance

  Note: Bolded are the star ingredients in the product whereas underlined are those flagged as 3 & above under 'Safety index'. Safety index ranges from 1-9 and the lower the number means the less hazardous. Those with asterisks (*) are more likely to cause acne than those without.

The mask moisturises so well because it contains gylcerin, hyaluronic acid (my favourite!) and betaine whereas panthenol, ginkgo leaves, pomegranate, and acai berry extracts are able to clear the skin and give it a fresh feel. No wonder the masks felt so cool on my skin even though I didn't put them into the fridge (remember I'm a cool mask addict?)! Other than that, the masks also contain noni and centella asiatica extracts, which are both known for their ability to relieve dry skin irritation as well as reduce redness (look at the pictures below, you'd be surprised!).

Look at my pores and the redness on my cheek, they are both so much less prominent in the after photo! Just make sure you spread out the mask evenly so you don't get fold lines on your face like mine HAHA!

FINAL NOTE

I would very highly highly highly recommend this (must emphasise three times HAHAHA). I myself will definitely repurchase once I run out because, look at the difference! My pores look so much smaller after using the mask! And seriously, this is the first time I'm seeing a mask that really works on the redness on my skin. So, go get them if you really want some good moisturising masks that really work! The price tag isn't too hefty as well for a high quality babe like this one.

Oh and before I forget, about the smell, it is slightly sweet and maybe a little florally, which is pleasant and totally not overwhelming. The smell is still detectable when on my skin if I pay attention to it, but I'd say it's rather faint.

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Where to rush to to get the masks (in a box of 10):

Malaysia

11street - RM69.56

Singapore

ezbuy - SGD18.92

You can check out From Nature's website and social media:

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The product is sent to me for review purposes. As usual, the review is 100% my personal opinion of the product after personally trying it out. Please make sure you consult whoever is selling you the product and ask for samples if you can! Please read my disclaimer here.

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