Emma Lewisham might not yet sit alongside the century-old giants of beauty counters but among skincare enthusiasts the New Zealand brand’s science-first formulas and rigorous sustainability stance have earned a loyal following that borders on evangelical. It prides itself on next-level ingredient transparency and a commitment to refillable systems which has made more than a few eco-conscious shoppers quietly swap staples.
Enter the audaciously named Supernatural Sleeping Mask. The label promises an overnight renaissance for tired complexions, citing antioxidant protection that hovers near 88 percent and a 71 percent jump in fibroblasts in just one day. It is built around 22 actives choreographed by the brand’s proprietary Physiology Synchrony Unlock method, which they claim nudges skin into its own regenerative rhythm.
I spent a solid two weeks slathering it over face and neck as the last step of my evening ritual, determined to see whether the lofty clinical numbers translate to real world bounce, luminosity and firmness worth your hard-earned cash.
Disclaimer: This review is not sponsored or paid. Products were tested independently and opinions are entirely my own. Your skin is unique so individual results can vary.
What Is Supernatural Sleeping Mask?
Supernatural Sleeping Mask is an overnight treatment, meaning it is applied as the final step of your evening routine and left on while you sleep. Overnight treatments differ from regular night creams because they sit on the skin for an extended stretch of time, creating a breathable seal that keeps hydration in and allows concentrated ingredients to stay active until morning. The idea is simple: skin does most of its repair work at night so a leave-on formula can take advantage of that natural window.
This particular mask is a dense cream-gel hybrid anchored by 22 active ingredients. Emma Lewisham lists peptides, antioxidants, botanical extracts and ceramides among them, grouped under what the brand calls its Physiology Synchrony Unlock method. According to its in-house data the blend provides up to 88% cellular antioxidant protection over eight hours and boosts fibroblast numbers by 71% within a day, figures meant to translate into better collagen production, firmness and moisture retention over time. In practical terms you would smooth a generous layer over face and neck, let it absorb, then rinse off only when you cleanse the next morning.
The mask sits in the broader category of skin barrier support products that target dryness and early signs of aging. If you are new to this type of treatment, think of it as an intensive conditioner for your complexion: something you use a few times a week when your regular moisturiser is not cutting it, rather than a nightly staple for the rest of your life.
Did It Work?
In the name of very serious science I benched my usual overnight treatment for three nights before cracking this open, so my skin went in neutrally hydrated and ready for data. Fourteen days felt like a fair trial window, especially for something that claims visible change by morning.
Nights one to three were all about figuring out quantity; a true “generous layer” proved slightly sticky so I dialed it back to a two-pump spread. By sunrise my face looked calm and nicely dewy, not wildly transformed. The most noticeable early win was how bouncy my cheeks felt when I did the morning cleanse, as if a thin water cushion had settled under the surface.
Midway through the fortnight the hydration dividend held steady. On a night after a retinol serum it soothed the usual tightness within minutes and I woke with no flaking, which was a pleasant surprise. However the heralded firmness boost remained modest; my fine smile lines looked a touch softer under bathroom lighting but the difference was subtle enough that only I would clock it.
Day ten brought a late curveball: two tiny congestion bumps on my forehead. They never blossomed into full breakouts and cleared within forty-eight hours yet served as a reminder that the rich occlusive feel can be too much for easily clogged T-zones if used nightly. I shifted to every other night and the bumps stayed away.
By the final morning tally the mask had delivered consistent surface hydration, a healthy sheen and some fleeting plumpness. What it did not deliver, at least in fourteen days, was the near magical firmness or “lift” suggested by the fibroblast statistics. My skin looked good but not dramatically better than when I use a solid ceramide moisturizer plus a dedicated antioxidant serum.
So did it work? Partly. It kept moisture locked in and calmed irritation but the promised supernatural transformation never quite materialized. I enjoyed the experiment yet when the product runs dry I am unlikely to slot it into my permanent rotation, though I would happily reach for it after long flights or harsh weather when my barrier feels emptier than my coffee cup on a Monday morning.
Supernatural Sleeping Mask’s Main Ingredients Explained
The first thing that hits the INCI list is aloe juice rather than plain water, a choice that gives the mask an instant soothing backbone alongside naturally occurring polysaccharides that help bind moisture. Glycerin follows close behind, acting as the classic humectant that pulls water into the upper layers for that bouncy morning feel. Next come the fatty alcohols and olive derived emollients, chiefly cetearyl alcohol plus cetearyl and sorbitan olivate, which lend the cushiony texture while supporting the skin barrier without the roughness of traditional drying alcohols.
Several plant oils carry the heft of nourishment. Sunflower and jojoba are lightweight, omega-rich and generally non-comedogenic, while shea butter ethyl esters and macadamia derivatives deliver deeper occlusion that can tip into pore-clogging territory if you are highly breakout prone. (Comedogenic means an ingredient has the potential to block pores leading to congestion or pimples.) Saccharide isomerate, sometimes called a moisture magnet, teams with sodium hyaluronate for long-lasting hydration that survives the night.
Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline is the mask’s headline peptide, a collagen-mimicking molecule that aims to reinforce firmness. Ceramide NP and glycosphingolipids rebuild the protective lipid matrix, helpful after retinol or exfoliation. Squalene here is plant sourced, giving slip and antioxidant support without greasiness. Speaking of antioxidants, ubiquinone (CoQ10) sits alongside vitamin E and an impressive roster of botanical extracts such as edelweiss, hibiscus and mulberry, all chosen to neutralise free radicals during peak repair hours.
The essential oil blend, neroli, jasmine, peppermint and rose among others, provides the spa scent but can be sensitising for reactive skin. Those same oils, plus rosemary and citrus, place the formula in the cautious zone for pregnancy. As always, anyone expecting or nursing should clear new topicals with a healthcare professional before diving in.
For vegans and vegetarians the good news is that every listed ingredient appears plant derived or synthetic with no obvious animal by-products, and the brand states it is cruelty free. Lastly, note the presence of iron oxides for the subtle tint and a low level of alcohol and fragrance preservatives. None of these bothered my slightly sensitive skin in testing yet if you sit at the very reactive end of the spectrum, patch testing would be the smart move.
What I Liked/Didn’t Like
After two weeks here is the clear eyed rundown.
What Works Well:
- Lasting hydration that cushions skin overnight and pairs well with retinol or exfoliating acids on alternate evenings
- Peptide, ceramide and antioxidant mix offers balanced barrier support and early age management
- Light botanical scent from essential oils makes application feel spa like without lingering into morning
What to Consider:
- Rich emollients may not suit very oily or congestion prone zones if used nightly
- Firmness claims seem optimistic in the short term so expectations should be tempered
- Higher cost than a standard night cream could limit routine loyalty
My Final Thoughts
After two weeks of diligent use I can say Supernatural Sleeping Mask sits solidly in the good-but-not-groundbreaking category. It does a commendable job of cocooning skin in moisture and playing peacekeeper after active serums yet its lofty firmness and collagen-boost rhetoric felt a step ahead of the real-world payoff, at least in the short run. If your priority is overnight hydration with a side of antioxidant insurance and you enjoy a spa-like essential oil experience, you will probably be pleased. Those chasing dramatic lifting or anyone with an oil-slick T-zone may find lighter or more targeted options a better fit. I would give it a respectable 7/10 and I would recommend it to friends who lean dry to normal or cycle through sensitising treatments and need a calming night off.
For readers weighing alternatives I have road-tested a raft of competitors. Nocturnal Revive Cream by Deascal is the dependable all-rounder I reach for most often, covering hydration, barrier support and a gentle peptide boost at a price that feels fair for any skin type. If you want a science-forward formula with proven barrier benefits Advanced Night Restore by Medik8 remains stellar and sinks in faster than a guilty pleasure series. Laneige Cica Sleeping Mask is my go-to when my skin throws a tantrum thanks to its centella-rich calm factor, while Shiseido Benefiance Overnight Wrinkle Resisting Cream offers a plush texture and visible smoothing over a few weeks for those willing to invest.
Whichever direction you choose remember a good overnight treatment is only as effective as consistent use and realistic expectations. Please patch test first (sorry to sound like an over-protective parent) and keep in mind that any newfound glow needs upkeep or it will politely fade back to baseline.