I usually don’t care for sleeping masks, but I was intrigued by the Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask’s bouncy texture and its promises to brighten + hydrate + prevent aging. But this one is so much more!
What is it
A multifunctional product that can be used as a mask, sleeping pack or daily moisturizer, fortified with the antioxidant power of vitamin E.
Best suited for
All skin types, though it does contain small amounts plant oils and extracts, so be careful if you’re sensitive to those.
Packaging
A plastic jar with a spatula. Nothing fancy, and I’m low-key annoyed that the silver in the label is rubbing off, a trend I’ve noticed in Klairs products.
Scent
A very faint lemon scent that reminds me a little lemon meringue pie…yum…
Texture
Klairs says it has a custard-like texture, but it reminds me more of jello. The official name for the texture is “shape memory cream”, which means it remembers its original shape and binds tightly to the application surface, ie. skin.
Finish
Slightly tacky at first, but eventually it dries now. It doesn’t absorb completely, but rather it forms this barrier-like film that really helps lock in moisture.
Where to buy
$27 at Wishtrend, YesStyle (5% off with code GEEKYPOSH), SokoGlam, Ulta
How to use the Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask
Note to self: always read the instructions carefully before using the product (thank you for the reminder Shireen!). I assumed from the name that this was a sleeping mask, and while that’s partly true, it’s truly a multipurpose product that can be used in so many ways:
As a moisturizer. I did try to use this in the morning, but I think I used too much and ended up with a few spots :( But if you have really dry skin this would work well, and you could even mix in a serum/facial oil to make it more nourishing.
As a sleeping pack/mask. This is how I’ve been using it. I like layering my facial oil underneath, and then a layer of the LRP thermal water. Seriously this method makes my skin so plump + hydrated the next morning!
As a standalone mask. Personally I wouldn’t recommend this method as you’d need to use a lot of product, and it’d be a shame to wash all this goodness off after 30 minutes.
Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask Ingredients
Speaking of goodness, let’s take a look at the ingredients (I’ll give you one guess on what the star ingredient is…):
Tocopheryl Acetate, aka Vitamin E – A lipid-soluble antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory properties and can protect our skin from free radicals. It also works well in synergy with vitamin c , even boosting the latter’s stability (hence Klair’s recommendation to use this with their Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop). FYI tocopheryl acetate is also the most potent form of vitamin e1.
2% Niacinamide – Gotta love when brands list the % of actives. This is one of my favorite ingredients because it literally does it all: improve moisture barrier, reduce appearances of fine lines, reduce hyperpigmentation and redness (though that was tested at 5%), and increase collagen production. What more can you ask for?
Sodium Hyaluronate – Or commonly known as hyaluronic acid (technically sodium hyaluronate is the salt & more stable form of HA), a humectant that draws moisture to your skin and a must have ingredient for really all skin types.
Betaine – An amino acid derived from sugar beets, it acts as a humectant to help draw and retain moisture on the skin. Studies have also shown that it can help minimize skin sensitization to irritants2, suggesting that it has soothing properties.
Ceramide NP – One of the core building blocks of our skin’s moisture barrier, it’s essential for helping maintain healthy skin and prevent moisture loss.
Centella Asiatica Extract – A potent skin-soothing and healing ingredient, it can also help increase the skin’s moisture level and reduce moisture loss.
Blackberry Fruit Extract – This is my first time seeing this ingredient, but studies show that it has strong antioxidant properties and can protect against UV-damage3,4. This means that the mask could work well as a daytime moisturizer.
Salicornia Herbacea Extract – Another first-time ingredient for me, but one study showed that this has antioxidant and brightening properties5.
Phragmites Communis Extract – I’m starting to sound like a broken record here, but this is yet another first-time ingredient. One study showed that just 0.25% of this can significantly increase the skin’s moisture level6, while another showed that it has potential brightening properties7.
Adenosine – Primarily responsible for cell communication in our bodies, it can help smooth our skin reduce the appearances of fine lines when applied topically.
The mask also contains small amounts of essential oils, which depending on your stance on these ingredients, can be a plus or a negative.
Overall the Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask contains some excellent, well-studied ingredients at the top of its ingredient list, rounded off by a few exciting new plant extracts with potential, which is really what you want to see in a skincare product. But enough about ingredients, let’s get to the fun part.
Usage Experience & Results
You’d think from this photo that the mask was brand new, but nope. The “shape memory cream” texture means that the product will naturally adhere tightly to the application surface, which in the case of the jar, is the rest of the product. So no matter how you scoop, it will always return to its glorious smooth form the next time you use it:
While the Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask does feel like jello initially, it actually melts into a milky texture after you massage it into the skin. Cue sigh of relief here, because let’s be real, no one actually wants to slather their faces with jello.
It take a bit of massaging for the product to blend and apply evenly, at which point it sort of forms this slightly tacky film on your skin. Don’t worry, the tackiness is temporary, and after a few minutes it goes away.
As the title suggests, using the Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask at night pretty much guarantees brighter skin the next morning.
Not quite the chok-chok level of brightness + dewiness from the Instytutum Flawless Face Mask, but good enough, especially considering the price difference.
I also noticed that my skin is less oily in the mornings when I use this mask, which I would normally credit to the change in seasons, except it’s still an uncomfortably hot 80-something degrees, so I’m 99% sure the Klairs mask deserves the credit here.
Skin feels hydrated, plump, and soft – all signs of a great moisturizer, and these effects are amplified if I use a sheet mask the night before.
Do I have any complaints? Of course, and that’d my inability to use this as a daytime moisturizer. Well, it’s not so much a complaint about the product but more like me lamenting the fact that it’s just a tad too-heavy for my combo skin during the day. Maybe if the weather actually cooled down I can give it another try, but for now, I’m perfectly content using this as my evening moisturizer/sleeping mask.
Good news though, dry skin should be able to use this day and night! I haven’t experienced any pilling issues and so far it’s played nicely with all my other products!
Final Verdict
- Packaging8/10
- Ingredients9/10
- Texture/Application9/10
- Performance9.5/10
- Price9/10
Overall a well-rounded and affordable skincare product that will work for most skin types, especially if you're looking to brighten your skin. Usually I'm not a fan of gel-type sleeping masks as they leave my skin sticky, but luckily that was not the case for here. Highly recommend and will most likely repurchase myself.
Article Sources
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PubChem. “Alpha-Tocopherol Acetate.” @Pubchem, PubChem, 2021, pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Tocopherol_acetate.
Nicander, Ingrid, et al. “The Ability of Betaine to Reduce the Irritating Effects of Detergents Assessed Visually, Histologically and by Bioengineering Methods.” Skin Research and Technology, vol. 9, no. 1, Jan. 2003, pp. 50–58, https://doi.org/10.1034/j.1600-0846.2003.00367.x.
Murapa, Patience, et al. “Anthocyanin-Rich Fractions of Blackberry Extracts Reduce UV-Induced Free Radicals and Oxidative Damage in Keratinocytes.” Phytotherapy Research, vol. 26, no. 1, May 2011, pp. 106–12, https://doi.org/10.1002/ptr.3510.
Divya, Sasidharan Padmaja, et al. “Blackberry Extract Inhibits UVB-Induced Oxidative Damage and Inflammation through MAP Kinases and NF-ΚB Signaling Pathways in SKH-1 Mice Skin.” Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology, vol. 284, no. 1, Apr. 2015, pp. 92–99, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.taap.2015.02.003.
Jong-Hyuk SUNG, So-Hyun PARK, Dong-Hwan SEO, Ju-Hee LEE, Sang-Won HONG & Soon-Sun HONG (2009) Antioxidative and Skin-Whitening Effect of an Aqueous Extract of Salicornia herbacea, Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, 73:3, 552-556, DOI: 10.1271/bbb.80601
Barua, Sonia, et al. “Moisturizing Effect of Serine-Loaded Solid Lipid Nanoparticles and Polysaccharide-Rich Extract of Root Phragmites Communis Incorporated in Hydrogel Bases.” Archives of Pharmacal Research, vol. 40, no. 2, Oct. 2016, pp. 250–57, https://doi.org/10.1007/s12272-016-0846-1.
Sim, Mi-Ok, et al. “Young Leaves of Reed (Phragmites Communis) Suppress Melanogenesis and Oxidative Stress in B16F10 Melanoma Cells.” Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, vol. 93, Sept. 2017, pp. 165–71, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopha.2017.06.037.
Would this leave you looking dewy as a moisturizer? I have dry skin. ????
It does have a shiny finish initially and can feel a bit sticky, but it goes away after a few after a few minutes. If you have dry skin you might need to layer an oil over or under this!
hi..i got this mask after seeing your post about 4 products that brightened the skin (kose,sk2,circcell,klairs mask)….i know this works better with vitc serum but i have a bad experience in the past with vitc serum(clinique)…my skin tanned unnaturally within a couple of days (though i used sunblock n al)…then i read about the oxidation process..maillard reaction or something like that…so,i m hesitant to use any vitc serum…any suggestion?
Sorry to hear about your bad experience. Just curious, which sunblock did you use? A lot of western brands don’t list PA/PPD so there’s no way to know how good the UVA protection is. In order to prevent tanning i would recommend at least PA+++ (ideally PA++++). It’s also important that you actually apply enough to get the labeled protection, about 1/4 tsp for your face. I have a sunscreen guide with more information on how to get the most out of your sunscreens.
Also because vitamin c does oxidize, it’s best to use them as soon as you buy them, or purchase ones in opaque/airtight containers. I would recommend reading my vitamin c post for more information on which serum to choose, I’ve listed all the ones I’ve tried there.
I use the biore watery essence sunscreen and the thing is i still have the vitc serum-it has not oxidized-its clear as water…but when i applied it -i tanned unnaturally-then found out it was because of oxidation after scrolling reddit posts.I m going to buy timeless serum after reading your vitamin c post-hoping it works out with klairs mask *fingers crossed*
sounds like an amazing product!
Lesley-Kim
It really is! :) Thanks for reading!
I love mask! I would want to try this one!
StyleSprinter Blog by Katya Bychkova
I highly recommend it if you’re looking for brightening products!
This sounds like such a great night mask, and I love the sound of the scent! Your reviews are always so helpful xx
Hannah | luxuryblush
Thank you so much Hannah! It’s even more amazing mixed with a bit of facial oil!
This was so insightful!
xx Sofia | SOFIAADOT
Thank you! :)
I have dry skin, so this may work for me. I’ve been incorporating more Vitamin C & E skincare products into my regimen.
http://www.averysweetblog.com/
I think you’ll enjoy it, it’s great at locking in moisture, and you can always mix with an face oil if you want something richer!
This was a fascinating read I’m always looking for brightening up my face and I get sick of seaweed masks!
x,
S | Je M’appelle Chanel
Thank you Chanel! I love that you just apply this at night, go to sleep, and wake up with brighter skin!
Such a great review, Jenny! I am a big fan of overnight masks and this Klairs one sounds wonderful. It seems very affordable too, will definitely have to give it a try. Masks and cleansers are the products that I probably hoard the most!
~ Cat L.
http://www.CatsDailyLiving.com
Thank you so much Cat! I definitely hoard those 2 product types the most as well, along with toners, mostly because I use them very liberally. Would love to hear your thoughts if you do try this mask!
I think you already know how much I love this product. I love how it gives me a healthy looking and hydrated skin even though I have oily skin :) BTW great review, very details and informative.
xx Alyssa // STYLE VANITY
Thanks so much Alyssa! And I agree, it really hydrates without making your skin oily!
Wow what a great review! I’ve heard so many great things about Klairs and this makes me want to try them even more now as I’ve also been on the hunt to add more vitamin e into my skincare. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much Stacey! Klairs is a fantastic brand and one that I’d definitely recommend trying, their products are all wonderful!
I’m pretty sure I just read Shireen’s Review on this as well! It sounds like a really nice face mask – the scent sounds absolutely delish! Thanks for sharing. :)
Yes! I just wish I could use the mask as a daytime moisturizer like her, but it didn’t quite work out for my combo skin :/
Such a lovely and thorough review, hun, thank you for sharing! I have a few night-time masks that I like to use (currently using a GlamGlow hydrating mud mask), but this one looks really lovely as well, and I like the idea of the texture and how it always ends up in its original shape! xoxo
Kay
http://shoesandglitter.com
Thank you so much Kay! The shape & texture of this mask definitely makes it unique :) I’ve heard wonderful things about the GlamGlow Hydrating Mask!
I feel like Klairs never disappoints! I was really excited to see this launch, and now that I’ve read my fair share of positive reviews, this is definitely one to try out. I’ve got drier skin, so I do think I could get away with using as a daytime moisturizer, which I’m really happy about.
sam / My Beauty Cloud
They really don’t, and I very rarely see people dislike their products which is pretty amazing. Hope you’ll enjoy this mask just as much as I do when you try it!
I’ve never tried an overnight mask but it does sound interesting. I’m looking for affordable skincare as we go into the cooler months. http://www.mrsqbeauty.com
It’s very much like a night cream, and you can use the 2 interchangeably or layer them if you need extra moisture. They have a 30% off deal on Wishtrend right now if you’re interested!
The ingredients sound really good. I love multi-function beauty products and the texture sounds really intriguing. I bet my dry skin would like this as a moisturizer.
It’s definitely an all-around great product, especially the fun texture! I plan to try using this as a day moisturizer now that the weather is cooler and my skin is drier.
This sounds great and I love the idea of a sleeping mask!
It’s definitely worth checking out! :)
hmmmm, this reminds me that i have a little sephora sleeping mask to use…! although, I’m definitely a stomach sleeper and I don’t want to get the mask all over my pillow, haha.
i feel like paula’s choice beautypedia definitely demonized fragrances and essential oils!! while what they say is technically right, they always fail to mention that it’s potentially (maybe not even potentially, tho it does depend on your skin type and whatnot) harmful only in exorbitant amounts. i’m sure like, a drop or two in an entire jar of skincare won’t kill ya.
becky @ star violet
As long as you don’t use too much, I don’t think you’ll have an issue with product getting all over your pillow :)
The funny thing about Beautypedia is that they tend to have strong views about certain things, and then as trends change they delete their old posts and pretend like they never had those views. They did this with a post question K-beauty trends and the 10-step routine, but now that it’s becoming mainstream, they removed it -_-
Great pictures and review of the product! I would use this as an overnight mask!
https://styledwithamanda.blogspot.com
Thank you Amanda! It definitely works best as one :)
I was waiting for reviews of this mask so super happy to read yours! And I love how clear and easy to read your review is!! Thanks a lot!! I’m really tempted now…
Thank you so much! They’re 30% off now if you’re interested, and I think Wishtrend ships free worldwide!
The lemon scent sounds lovely. I really like the look of this product. It would be wonderful for the skin :) http://www.bauchlefashion.com/2017/09/floral-is-art.html
It’s a must have for brightening the skin, and the scent is just lovely without being overpowering!
This sounds like a really great overnight mask! I like the sound of the lemon scent, it sounds really great!xx
Hannah | https://luxuryblush.co.uk/
It really is! The lemon scent is quite faint, so great for those who are sensitive to fragrances! :)
Thank you for the shoutout, Jenny! Mwahhh! I do have dry-normal skin so luckily for me, I am able to use it as a day time moisturizer. Also thank you for the tips of layering facial oils, spritz thermal spring water and then the mask! Will give it a try tonight and hopefully wake up to wonderful skin.
Aww you’re welcome! Always happy to share the love <3 I'm hoping that when the weather gets cooler my skin will be on the normal/dry side and then I use this as a daytime moisturizer!
This sounds like a great overnight mask. xx
http://www.franklyflawless.com
It’s one of the best I’ve used, the other being Sulwhasoo’s Overnight Vitalizing Mask!
I have combination oily skin and feel the same way: Not possible to use it as a daytime moisturizer, but amazing as a sleeping pack!
Linda, Libra, Loca: Beauty, Baby and Backpacking
I’m hoping that when my skin gets drier in the fall/winter the daytime moisturizer method will work!
Ooh, this looks interesting and I love the packaging. It kinda reminds me of the Laneige water sleeping mask I’ve been using, it has a really soft, jelly like texture too. I hope you have a wonderful week Jenny <3
Hannah
Floraful
Thank you Hannah! I’ve actually never tried the Laneige water sleeping pack, though I know it’s a classic and lots of people swear by it!