Hand me a sheet mask and I'll most likely say no thank you, but what if it's a Sulwhasoo sheet mask?  My skin has liked everything from Sulwhasoo so far...  Okay, I'll give it a whirl... Never been a fan of sheet masks though, but FINE!  Just this time.  

Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Sheet Mask Review

INFO SHEET

INGREDIENTS

• Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract - Anti-inflammatory that is said to aid in evening out skintone.
• Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract - AKA Green Tea Extract. Antioxidant and anti-irritant.
• Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract - Whitening and anti-wrinkle cosmetic agent.  
• Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome / Root Extract - AKA Solomon's Seal Extract.  Moisturizer, anti-oxidant, and anti-inflammatory.
• Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract - Herbal anti-inflammatory agent.  
• Honey - Powerful anti-oxidant that forms a soothing, anti-bacterial barrier that helps protect and heal the skin.
• Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract - A powerful antioxidant containing fatty acids with skin soothing benefits.  
• Portulaca Oleracea Extract - A plant extract that acts as a powerful antioxidant, containing Vitamins A, C, and E.  
• Zizyphus Jujuba Fruit Extract - A plant extract that soothes the skin.
• Biosaccharide Gum-1 - Derived from fermented plants, this soothing ingredient creates a moisturizing film over the skin with anti-irritant properties.  
• Natto Gum - Fermented soy which is said to also be a potent antioxidant.  
• Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract - A potent antioxidant said to promote overall skin health. 

COSDNA ALERTS

• Butylene Glycol - 1 of 5 (Acne)
• Carbomer - 1 of 5 (Irritant)

Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Sheet Mask Instructions

The mask is delicately folded in a mesh netting.

Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Sheet Mask comes in the usually sheet mask pouch, but the mask is gently folded with a protective mesh netting.  The instructions to use the mesh as a tool for applying the mask, then you are supposed to remove it.  If you look at the reviews of this mask on Sephora's website, one person gave this mask a one star review because she said the mask didn't smooth out on her face very well, but then posted a picture of herself very clearly wearing the mesh... Don't do that lol.  

The mask was slightly big for my face, though I'm not an expert sheet mask wearer I didn't have much trouble putting it on.  There was also a lot of serum remaining in the pouch which I proceeded to rub all over my arms, chest, and neck.  

Ren & Stimpy closeup of my skin for your viewing pleasure.

It's hard to show in the results above, but if you focus more on the undereye area you will see that the fine lines have plumped up a little bit making them less visible.  The pores are also slightly less deep set because of the additional plumpness.  The main result was the softness the mask achieved which is hard to convey in a photo...  

I put the Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Sheet Mask in the refrigerator beforehand so that it was nice and cool when I put it on.  One thing that I liked about it is that it stayed moist for the entire time I was wearing it and didn't dry out.  The downside was that after removal, the formula took a while to fully absorb into my skin.  I had to massage it in with damp hands and it still left a sticky film to the touch.  In the end, the First Care Activating Sheet Mask did make my skin feel very soft.  

FINAL THOUGHTS

I was very impressed by Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Sheet Masks.  These masks did everything that the product claims to do.  My skin was incredibly soft and a bit plump as advertised.  I was also happy that the mask didn't cause my sensitive skin to react negatively in any way.  It was just an all around good experience.  Will this turn me into a sheet mask person?  Probably not, but those who do enjoy sheet masks might be keen to try this one as well.  

I just can't get around the fact that they are $60 per 5 pack though ($12 per mask!).  Therefore, I think this product would be best reserved for special occasions, because it would be cost prohibitive to use on a weekly basis as these masks would cost $624 per year.  

If you can find Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Sheet Masks on sale or part of a promotion (check their monthly offers on their website), definitely give it a go.  However, I believe you can achieve a similar effect simply buying the Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum.  The ingredients are similar and it also makes your skin silky smooth and soft at "only" $84 per bottle.  I estimate that one bottle of the First Care Activating Serum will last approximately six months (used nightly).  Whereas a six month supply of sheet masks would be $2,160 (also used nightly) or $312 (used weekly).  Plus you can patch test the serum!

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