A'pieu Madecassoside Gauze Mask

It is a Korean single-use sheet mask from A'pieu, sold at Beauty Bar. A three-layer gauze fabric is soaked in an essence rich in Centella asiatica and madecassoside with hyaluronic acid, so it leaves skin looking calm, comfortable and hydrated. It suits sensitive and stressed-looking skin.

Cleanse first, then unfold the mask and smooth it over your face, adjusting around the eyes, nose and mouth. Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes, then remove and gently pat any remaining essence into the skin. Follow with your usual moisturiser to seal in that fresh, comfortable feel.

Gauze masks use a woven, multi-layer fabric rather than a single thin sheet. A'pieu's uses two layers of tencel and one of cotton, which holds more essence and sits closely against the skin. Many people find gauze feels more substantial and stays in place better than a standard single-layer sheet.

You can use it as often as two to three times a week, or whenever your skin feels like it needs a calm, hydrating moment. Because it is soothing rather than exfoliating, it is gentle enough for frequent use. Many people reach for it after sun exposure, travel or a long day.

Madecassoside is one of the calming components found in Centella asiatica, a plant long valued in Korean skincare for sensitive skin. In this mask it is part of an essence that leaves skin looking calm and comfortable and feeling soft. As a cosmetic, it cares for the appearance and feel of the skin.

Yes. The mask is built around soothing Centella and madecassoside and is a popular choice for skin that looks red or feels reactive. As with any new product, patch-test first if your skin is highly sensitive, and avoid broken skin. Remove it if the area feels uncomfortable at any point.

Yes. A few minutes with the mask before makeup leaves skin feeling hydrated and looking fresh, which can help makeup sit more smoothly. Pat in the leftover essence, let it settle, then follow with moisturiser and sunscreen. In the evening it works equally well as a relaxing final skincare step.