MISSHA Pure Source Cell Sheet Mask Mango

MISSHA Pure Source Cell Sheet Mask Mango has not wowed me but it didn't have to. Based on it's content it is meant for someone with much dryer skin than mine. I ran a test with this one and it was expected disappointment. If your skin is dry, you should be able to tolerate it much better.

Claims from the manufacturer:

 With its compact woven cells, this sheet masks adheres lightly to skin to effectively deliver active ingredients
 Cell Sheet for Maximum Comfort: Compact woven cells hold active ingredients for effective delivery to the skin
 Twice Fermented Natural Essential Sources: Fermented naturally once and then in a jar a second time, double fermentation allows for pure extraction of the essential source and natural energy
 21g of essence

Directions from the manufacturer:

After washing your face, prepare the skin with toner.Spread the sheet mask evenly over the face.Leave it for 15-20 minutes and remove the mask.Gently pat until fully absorbed.

TIP : Apply leftover essence on neck area. Recommended to use 2-3 times a week.

Ingredients:

Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Polysorbate 60, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Allantoin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Hydrolyzed Chitosan, Mangiferin, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Fragrance, Butylene Glycol, Hexadimethrine Chloride, Phytic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin

My experience:

MISSHA Pure Source Cell Sheet Mask Mango is a typical moisturizing mask for a dry skin It contains glycerin and fermented ingredients making it more suitable for colder weather or for dry to very skin holder.  Since it's been quite cold lately I decided to give it a try and it didn't amuse me. It is simply not compatible with my skin type but despite that here is my full review on it.

The packaging of the Pure Source Cell Sheet Mask is beautiful. It combines beautiful ingredient images with sturdy, easy to open sachet that is matte white with some glossy speckles on it. Very beautiful and nice to hold in hand. Considering that this line is "the basic range", it carries around 20 different sheet masks each promoting one specific active ingredient which is typically a plant or fruit.

The sheet of the mask is very soft and is well saturated in white opaque essence. It is creamy in nature and has light essence consistency to it. If you rub the essence between the fingers you notice some oiliness happening. I was not quite sure wether this is what my skin wanted at the time of the test run but I ended up wearing it for 10 minutes. Just enough time to soften up my skin without overdoing it, otherwise my skin would end up very oily. Normal wearing time would be around 15-20 minutes for normal skin or 10 for someone with dry skin type. Adherence and fit were great as with every mask from this range. Sheet is quite supple and flexible to remain put on your face.

The end results felt very basic. MISSHA Pure Source Cell Sheet Mask Mango didn't moisturize my skin to the extent that I prefer. I ended up having moderately hydrated skin which was soft to the touch. Nourishing part of it is very prominent in comparison to other sheet masks from this range. I felt oiliness on my skin but it was expected from the moment I touched the essence. I'm glad I didn't have to go out at the day of testing otherwise I'd have to wash my face properly to de-grease it. It felt to me that it is very basic mask with somewhat unpleasing odor due to the noticeable fermentation smell to it. Once again, Mango version of MISSHA's Pure Source Cell Sheet Mask range is not a friend to oily skin.

Pros:

+ Alcohol, paraben, sulfate and silicone free formulation
+ Contains glycerin, allantoin, and fermented ingredients
+ Rich milky texture of the essence
+ Good fit and adherence
+ Decent price
+ Lovely scent
+ Extremely nourishing for my skin
+ Visible skin smoothing and skin firming results on my skin
+ Good for dry and normal skin types

Cons:

– Not suitable for sensitive or oily skin
– Not for oily skin type
– Not pleasant scent
– Irritated my skin

Where to buy:

NL and BE: missha-deutchland
Internationally: Available at amazon, missha.ee, yesstyle and other online retailers
Price is 1-2€ per one sheet mask depending on where you get it from

Thank you for reading!

Yours truly, Kati