Medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Brightening Gel Mask is a concentrated brightening gel mask designed to care for skin suffering from dullness, pigmentation, uneven skin tone, and uneven texture. It envelops the skin in a moisturizing layer that gradually becomes transparent as the serum is absorbed, helping give the face a glass-like glow, noticeably smoother texture, and a clearer, more even appearance.

Its formula combines Kojic Acid, Turmeric, and 2% Niacinamide to support radiance and improve the appearance of dark spots, along with Vitamin C, Ceramide NP, Hydrolyzed Collagen, and Allantoin to care for hydration, elasticity, and skin comfort. It can be worn for an extended period until it becomes transparent or used as an overnight treatment.

Main Features and Benefits:

• Enhances skin radiance: Helps reduce dullness and gives the face a more vibrant and clearer appearance.
• Helps improve the appearance of pigmentation: Supports care for dark spots and signs of uneven skin tone to achieve a more even appearance with regular use.
• Provides a glass skin appearance: Delivers intensive hydration and texture care to make the skin look smoother, healthier, shinier, and plumper.
• Helps even out the appearance of skin tone: Supports facial clarity and reduces the contrast between dull or dark areas.
• Provides intensive and long-lasting hydration: Envelops the skin in moisture to help reduce dryness and the feeling of tightness.
• Improves skin texture: Helps make the skin surface appear smoother and more refined while reducing the appearance of roughness.
• Supports skin elasticity: Hydration and intensive care help give the face a plumper and firmer appearance.
• Helps improve the appearance of pores: Hydration and texture care make the skin surface appear more even and refined.
• Soothes and hydrates the skin: Provides care that helps the skin feel comfortable and soft while wearing the mask.
• Gradually becomes transparent: The gel design allows you to observe the progress of serum absorption as the mask develops a more transparent appearance.
• Suitable for overnight care: Can be used as a long-wear mask to provide intensive care while resting.
• Helps improve the appearance of dehydration lines: Hydration support makes the skin look plumper and smoother.
• Suitable before special occasions: Provides a boost of radiance, hydration, and softness when the skin needs a more vibrant appearance.
• Provides even facial coverage: The gel texture helps keep the serum in close contact with the skin throughout the application period.

Helps To:

• Enhance skin radiance and freshness.
• Reduce the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation.
• Improve the appearance of uneven skin tone.
• Reduce the appearance of dullness.
• Deeply hydrate the skin.
• Smooth rough and uneven texture.
• Improve the appearance of pores.
• Support skin elasticity and plumpness.
• Reduce the appearance of dehydration lines.
• Support the natural skin barrier.
• Give the skin a brighter, glass-like appearance.
• Improve the appearance of tired and fatigued skin.

Suitable for:

Expected Results:

• Skin looks more hydrated and plump after removing the mask.
• Noticeable improvement in softness and texture after the treatment session.
• Gives the face a brighter and more vibrant appearance.
• Helps reduce the dull and tired appearance.
• Gradual improvement in the appearance of pigmentation and uneven skin tone with regular use.
• Helps make pores and uneven texture less noticeable.
• Supports the skin's appearance to look more elastic and firm.
• Reduces the appearance of dehydration lines and roughness through intensive hydration.
• Gives the skin a healthy, dewy glass-like finish.
  

How to Use:

1. Cleanse your face thoroughly, then apply toner and serum or cream as part of your usual routine.
2. Carefully remove both mask pieces and place them on the face, aligning them with the eyes, nose, and mouth.
3. Leave the mask on for 3–4 hours or until it becomes noticeably transparent.
4. It can also be used overnight as the final step in your skincare routine if it feels comfortable on the skin.
5. Gently remove the mask without rubbing the skin.
6. Pat any remaining serum until fully absorbed.

Usage Tips from Beauty Time:

• The Beauty Time team recommends applying the mask as the final step after serum or cream so it can act as an intensive care layer that helps retain moisture.
• Handle the mask gently when removing it from the packaging, as its gel-like formula requires careful unfolding and positioning to prevent tearing.
• Gently press the mask against the contours of the face to ensure even contact with the skin and minimize gaps between the gel and the skin.
• Leave it on until it becomes more transparent; this natural change in appearance occurs gradually during use.
• If you do not want to wear it overnight, a duration of 3–4 hours provides a long and comfortable treatment session during the day or evening.
• The mask pieces designed for the eyes and mouth can be placed on the sides of the nose, neck, or areas that need extra hydration instead of discarding them.
• For pigmentation care, use the mask as part of a consistent routine that includes broad-spectrum sunscreen in the morning to help prevent dark spots from worsening.
• Due to the presence of retinol in the formula, avoid combining it in the same session with strong exfoliants or additional retinoids if your skin is not accustomed to them.
• If your skin is sensitive, start by wearing the mask for a few hours instead of leaving it on overnight to monitor skin tolerance first.
• Do not apply several strong serums underneath the mask during the first session; keep the routine simple and hydrating until you are sure the products are compatible.
• For dry skin, a lightweight moisturizer can be applied before the mask for more comfortable care and better moisture retention.
• If you experience severe burning, itching, or increasing discomfort during use, remove the mask immediately and gently wash the skin.
• For the best balance, use masks as a periodic treatment according to your skin's needs instead of overusing them daily with several active products.

Ingredients:

• Kojic Acid: Helps improve the appearance of dark spots, pigmentation, and uneven skin tone and supports skin radiance.
• Turmeric Root Extract: Provides antioxidant care and helps support skin clarity and radiance.
• 2% Niacinamide: Helps enhance radiance, support the skin barrier, and improve the appearance of pigmentation and pores.
• Vitamin C: An antioxidant that helps support radiance and improve the appearance of dull and uneven skin.
• Hydrolyzed Collagen: Helps hydrate the skin and support the appearance of plumpness and elasticity.
• Ceramide NP: Helps support the skin barrier and reduce moisture loss.
• Linoleic Acid: An essential fatty acid that helps support the skin barrier and maintain skin softness.
• Allantoin: Helps soothe the skin and support its comfort during intensive care.
• Betaine: Helps hydrate the skin and reduce the feeling of dryness and tightness.
• Adenosine: Helps improve the appearance of fine lines and support skin elasticity.
• Vitamin E: Provides antioxidant care and helps support skin vitality and its barrier.
• Retinol: Helps support skin renewal and improve the appearance of lines, texture, and uneven skin tone.
• Full Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer, Niacinamide, Chondrus Crispus Powder, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Allantoin, Glucomannan, Xanthan Gum, Laureth-21, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Propanediol, Cellulose Gum, Guar Gum, Fragrance, Potassium Chloride, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Dextrin, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Adenosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Kojic Acid, Tocopherol, Linoleic Acid, Ceramide NP, Retinol.

Warnings:

• For external use only.
• Each mask is intended for single use only.
• Avoid direct contact of the serum with the inside of the eyes and mouth.
  
• A tolerance test is recommended for sensitive skin.
  
• During pregnancy or breastfeeding, it is preferable to avoid products containing retinol or consult a specialist before use.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and high temperatures.
  
• The ingredient list may change when the formula is updated; therefore, always check the ingredient list on the packaging.