Axis-y mask now glow later duo set review I Best mugwort masks!!

January 13, 2022

Face skincare, Mask, Review

Mugwort, a rising star ingredient for many new skincare products. Why is it so popular and what are the skincare benefits of mugwort? Expanding my life from Centella to now mugwort, all things cooling and hydrating are now the absolute love that triggers the hoarder in me to want to collect them all. Similar to Centella, mugwort is known to soothe sensitive skin and heal the skin with its antibacterial and antifungal properties. I am currently surviving the winter through the heater on at all times and also suffering from dry, cracked, and irritated skin. No heavy creams seem to work for me at the moment. The only thing soothing my irritation would be, you guessed it, mugwort wash off masks! Let me introduce you to Axis-Y’s two mugwort masks that will work for any skin type out there.

Full name of product:
Mask now glow later duo set

Limited edition/ Permanent?:
Permanent

Description of product:
“Two is better than one! Try out our two trendy, top-selling masks in one calming and soothing set.

Achieve noticeably brighter skin and reduced irritation for a soothed complexion. Use the Mugwort Pore Clarifying Wash Off Pack to clear pores and exfoliate oily areas and the New Skin Resolution Gel Mask to cool the surface of your skin by 5.3° C/41.5° F. Or better yet—create your own unique masking recipe to suit your changing needs.

Take the spa with you to mask now, glow later with this travel-friendly duo!”

Price:
$14.00

Amount of product:
30 mL

Duration before expiration:
1 year after opening

Country of Manufacture:
Made in Korea

Where to buy:
Axis-Y
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Stylekorean

If you haven’t tried Axis-Y before, let alone try one of the two masks before, consider getting this “mask now, glow later duo set” which contains a generous-sized deluxe sample of the two masks. These are not only great for traveling but also an easy and affordable way to try both versions of the mask at the same time.

One of these tubes will last you about three full face applications depending on how much you apply on.

Full name of product:
Axis-Y new skin resolution gel mask

Limited edition/ Permanent?:
Permanent

Description of product:
“Formulated to brighten and soothe your skin, this gel mask is packed full of powerful ingredients to moisturize and reinforce the skin’s natural barrier function. Heartleaf repairs and soothes dull and irritated skin while 2% Niacinamide noticeably brightens and evens skin tone.

Skin type: any, sensitive, acne-prone
Skin concern: Irritation, hyperpigmentation, uneven texture
Skincare effects: cooling, hydrating

Price:
$23.00 usd

Amount of product:
100 mL

Duration before expiration:
1 year after opening

Country of Manufacture:
Made in Korea

Where to buy:
Axis-Y

Ingredients:
Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Diglycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract, Artemisia Princeps Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Aniba Rosodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Panthenol, Houttuynia Cordata Powder, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Allantoin, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Disodium Edta, Fructooligosaccharides, Dextrin, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide NP, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Madecassoside, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Heartleaf: Soothes skin, regulates sebum production, and improves irritation
Madecassoside (Centella Asiatica): Contains healing, soothing, and antioxidant properties
Mugwort: Soothes and calms the skin while giving it a boost of antioxidants
Fig: Regenerates skin and maintains its moisture
Allantoin: Protects skin barrier from water loss
Yam Root: Encourages rejuvenation and reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation
Niacinamide 2%: Improves uneven skin tone, dullness, and weakened skin barrier
Meadow Shield Technology: Phenolic acids from Meadowsweet Flower extract aid in fighting bacteria with its high concentration of antioxidants

Texture/ effects:
The latest Axis-Y new skin resolution gel mask is more suited for all skin types. This is a hydrating, supercooling, and soothing mask. The cooling effect it has on the skin is unmatched, a mask I wish I had during the crazy heatwave we had in Vancouver last summer. This mask stays cool for the whole 15+ minute duration after application and you can see a noticeable difference when it comes to skin redness and irritations. The redness in my cheeks reduces almost instantly, while the irritation is put at ease.

Hydration-wise, it is definitely much more hydrating than the mugwort pore clarifying wash-off pack as it is a gel-based wash-off mask. The amount of hydration it gives my super dry skin is decent but definitely noticeable.

Fragrance?:
There is a slight mugwort and Centella earthy scent but it isn’t strong. The scent does linger after application, however, I find it calming and soothing! Smell-o-scale: 4/10 in terms of how strong the scent is.

Pro:
-long-lasting cooling effect
-very soothing
-lightly hydrating for my dry skin

Con:
-mugwort/ leave bits hard to wash off

Repurchase?:
Heck yes!

Stars given out of 5:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Overall thoughts:
This is easily a holy grail product that I can see myself using for the rest of my life. I most likely will be pretty lost without this amazingly cooling and soothing mask if I want to sound super dramatic. I love the texture, I love the light hydration and the cooling effect on the skin is truly unmatched. I personally can’t speak on if I think the 2% niacinamide helps with brightening up the complexion much because you are washing it off and aren’t leaving it on the face over time to do its magic. Overall, two things up, and I highly recommend this mask. Heck, you can just pick up the jar and already feel the jar is super cold.

Full name of product:
Axis-Y mugwort pore clarifying wash off pack

Limited edition/ Permanent?:
Permanent

Description of product:
“With a base of 61% Mugwort extract, this wash-off pack clears the pores of impurities, soothes inflamed and irritated skin, and gently exfoliates dead skin to reveal a bright and healthy complexion.

Skin type: all skin types
Skin concern: acne, pores, oily skin, uneven texture
Skincare effects: exfoliating.”

Price:
$22.00

Amount of product:
100 mL

Duration before expiration:
1 year

Country of Manufacture:
Made in Korea

Where to buy:
Axis-Y

Ingredients:
Artemisia Princeps Extract, Kaolin, Dipropylene Glycol, Bentonite, Betaine, Phaseolus Angularis Seed Powder, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Pteris Multifida Extract, Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, 1,2Hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Chromium Oxide Greens, Charcoal Powder, Water, Beta-Glucan, Polyquaternium-51, Fructooligosaccharides, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil

Adzuki Beans: Gently removes dead skin cells
Kelp: Revitalizes and nourishes rough and irritated skin, keeping it clear
Mung bean: Moisturizes and brightens the skin, improves texture, and strengthens the skin barrier to help the skin regenerate its elasticity
Lotus: Regenerates and controls sebum, helps to remove free radicals that encourage skin aging, making dull skin clear and bright
Artichoke: Prevent skin aging through antioxidant properties
Heartleaf: Increases promotion and regeneration of skin cells
Mugwort (61%): Protects the skin from harmful oxygen, or vitalizes it from damage, and soothes and cleanses the skin
Dermatic AC 3: Acne improvement and immunity enhancement cosmetic composition that contains cedar and Lotus leaf complex fermentation extract as an active ingredient

Texture/ effects:
The Axis-Y mugwort pore clarifying wash-off pack is a completely different animal from the gel mask. This is the first mugwort mask they came out with and I love it for different reasons. I personally am not the biggest clay mask user since it isn’t compatible with my dry skin type. Clay masks tend to suck me dry, but this one is a little different. This isn’t exactly a clay mask, but it definitely gives that feeling.

Once it dries down, my skin does feel a bit dry and crackly. The adzuki beans (aka. red beans) dry down with the mask and is kind of a pain to wash off. It really likes to stick onto the skin like crazy. I personally don’t see the point in adding the beans since the only time you’ll massage the skin would be when you rinse it off. Maybe if the particles were milled smaller, it might give a slight gentle exfoliation.

Out of the two versions, this one is definitely not built for my skin type, but I still like to use it on my nose once a week to help suck out all that sebum. I find it to not only suck out the excess sebum but also has a softening effect on the skin. Keep in mind, this version isn’t necessarily built for my skin type, so you might have better experiences than me.

Fragrance?:
There is quite a strong, medicated herbal scent to it that lingers after application. It smells a lot like mugwort and again, I personally don’t mind the scent. Smell-o-scale: 7/10 in terms of how strong the scent is.

Pro:
-sebum controlling
-skin softening effect
-soothing

Con:
-hard to wash off

Repurchase?:
No

Stars given out of 5:
⭐️⭐️⭐️

Overall thoughts:
I give this an average score, however, this again is because I have dry skin and this product isn’t exactly built for that. I’d love to hear how this can help you if you have combo to oily skin types! The cooling effect isn’t as prevalent in this version, but the soothing effects are definitely there.

Okay! The fun part begins 😀

Here is my bare face with nothing on it. It is pretty dry at this point and I am just itching to get this shot so I can apply some sort of moisture onto my face. As you can see, there is a bit of redness around the center of my cheeks and also some redness and irritations on the corner of my life and chin.

Applying the mugwort pore clarifying wash off the pack on my nose. You can of course apply it with just your fingers, but I chose to apply it as a big blog and spread it around.

And TV magic happened! The gel mask is already on. Wait 15-20 minutes and wash off time.

20 minutes have passed and you can see both masks have dried down significantly. The gel mask has lost about 70% of its moisture, while the pore wash-off pack is dried down in some areas. I personally have to use a small wash cloth for ease of washing off, or else I will take forever to wash off.

And tada! You can definitely see some of the redness is reduced, especially the chin area.

Dare I say my nose looks a little more glowy and somewhat exfoliated looking? I don’t know if that is a stretch or not, so you decide with your eyes.
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I hope you give these a try if you love Centella like me. I have come to love mugwort and now understand the hype behind this ingredient. Check these masks out at Axis-Y!