NEOGEN Sur.Medic Age Control-Multi Vita Mask

NEOGEN Sur.Medic Age Control-Multi Vita Mask has let me down in all senses of that expression. I was doing this mask prior to going out and I hoped for some good hydration to go bare-skinned with only mascara and shaped brows. Long story short: I ended up with angry red face and has to cover my face with make-up in order not to look like red nose Rudolf the Reindeer.

Claims from the manufacturer:

It’s a multi-vitamin to wake up dull, stressed, and tired skin! Sheet mask soaked in multi-vitamin abundant formula to regenerate and revitalize energy and strength to tired and worn out skin.
This hypoallergenic mask sheet is infused with lavish multi-vitamin ampoule essence, which revitalizes, regenerates, and nourishes the skin for a dewy glossy skin.
 Formulated Niacinamide and Adenosine delivered through its ultra-soft pure sheet provide powerful brightening and anti-aging benefits to the skin.
The result leaves your skin firmer and more vitalizing looking!

Directions from the manufacturer:

After cleansing and toning the face, retrieve the sheet mask and carefully place the mask on your face. Leave on for about 10-15mins then remove; gently pat any remaining essence on the face until it is fully absorbed.

Ingredients:

Water, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Niacinamide, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Bark Extract, Rumex Crispus Root Extract, Adenosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethicone, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance

My experience:

NEOGEN Sur.Medic Age Control-Multi Vita Mask has let me down sooooooo badly. Another disappointment from the sheet mask range from this brand. I wanted some great firming results from it and I ended up having red face 🙁 The sheet mask in this mask was quite thick and did not adhere entirely well to my face. It smelled like alcohol straight from the package. Why did they have to add so much alcohol in it.

I don't have much good to say about this product so I will keep my story short. The packaging  itself was quite nice and easy to maneuver. Ingredient list was promising and my expectations were way higher than the end result I achieved. It was a punch below the belt when I removed it of my face after 20 minutes. My skin felt somewhat hydrated and that's about it. The finish on my skin was close to nothing but I could definitely feel something-something on my skin. Color of my face said it all, it was bright red. I was doing ok before but after sheet masking. I learned that I will not get these masks ever again even if they would be offered to me for free.

The price tag on these is quite steep considering that basic Innisfree hydrating masks deliver more and far better results than something created by famous NEOGEN. Dealing with angry skin is no fun so anyone with sensitive skin and people who don't tolerate alcohol products well should steer clear from this mask too. Better be safe than sorry and learn from other's mistakes.

Pros:

+ Paraben and sulfate free formulation
+ Contains niacinamide, adenosine, hyaluronic acid and hydrogenated lecithin
+ Thick firm sheet
+ Good adherence and fit of the sheet
+ Good price : quantity ratio
+ Lovely scent
+ Moderately hydrating on my skin nourishing for my skin
+ Leaves little to no finish on my skin
+ Good for dry and normal skin types

Cons:

– Somewhat hard to get in EU
– Contains alcohol and silicones
– Not suitable for sensitive nor acne prone skin
– Caused redness and warm sensation on my skin
– Overpriced
– Smells like alcohol

Where to buy:

NL and BE: Not available
Internationally: Available at neogenlab.eu, amazon, masksheets  and other online retailers
Price is 2.50-3.50€ per one sheet mask depending on where you get it from

Thank you for reading!

Yours truly, Kati