Innisfree It's Real Squeeze Mask Acai Berry

Last night, I tried this mask for the first time. This mask is from the budget friendly sheet mask range 'It's Real Squeeze' from Innisfree. I didn't really have any expectations to this mask because most of the masks I've tried from this sheet mask range haven't made me go 'wow'.

Claims

"This sheet mask with squeezed acai berry is full of nutrients to keep skin looking firmer and smoother."

Directions

"1. After cleansing, use toner to refine skin texture. 2. Unfold and place the mask on the face, avoiding eye and lip area. 3. Leave on for 10-20 minutes. 4. Discard the mask and gently pat for further absorption."

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Euterpe Loeracea Fruit Extract, Polyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Orchid Extract, Camellia Sinesis Leaf Extract, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Disdoium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance.

Noticeable ingredients

Grapefruit Extract: This is rich in antioxidants and vitamins.

Euterpe Loeracea Fruit Extract (acai berry): This is known to provide younger-looking skin.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice: This is soothing and hydrating.

Sodium Hyaluronate:  This is hydrating and has amazing moisture-binding abilities.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Green Tea): This is moisturizing and rich in antioxidants.

The packaging

The packaging is just like with all the other masks from this sheet mask range - with pictures of the main ingredient on the front side. On the back of the pouch, there are claims, directions and ingredients list in both Korean and English. 

The mask

When I opened the pouch and took out the sheet, I was easy to unfold.

The sheet material was thicker than average sheet material and it was very soft. 

Essence

The essence was white and lotion-y. It didn't drip while I unfolded the sheet and the essence didn't run down my neck while I was wearing the mask.

There were little to no essence left in the pouch. 

Smell

The essence had a sharp smell of berries. It was too strong for my taste because it was noticeable the whole time I was wearing the mask.

Fit

The fit was actually quite good. There were one slit on each cheek and one at each eye-hole to adjust the mask and improve the fit. Both the holes for the eyes and the hole for the mouth were big enough for my face. Even though the sheet material was thicker than average sheet material, it adhered very well to my skin.

Time

According to the back of the pouch you should leave the mask on for 10-20 minutes. I left it on for half an hour and it was still damp when I removed it. 

While wearing the mask, it didn't irritate my skin. The strong smell did irritate my nose though. 

Results

When I took off the sheet, the remaining essence on my skin absorbed after about 15 minutes. It left a very sticky residue that didn't go away and my skin looked oily.

It wasn't all bad - it left my skin so moisturized that I only needed a light and hydrating sleeping pack (Laneige Water Sleeping Mask) afterwards.

Price

This retails at $1.20 (USD) on innisfreeworld.com so it's a budget friendly mask. 

Pros

- Nice fit.

- Moisturizing.

- Budget friendly. 

Cons

- Strong smell.

- Very sticky residue.

Would I recommend?

This mask didn't really impress me and there are better masks out there, so no.

Repurchase?

I bought three of these and I still have two left but once I've used those, I will not repurchase.

Rating

3/5