Introduction
Eneomey may not be as omnipresent as the household juggernauts lining every pharmacy shelf yet its reputation among dermatologists and ingredient devotees is quietly impressive. The French brand prides itself on science led formulations that refuse to sacrifice efficacy for trendiness which is precisely why Purify Masque 10 landed on my radar.
The name itself feels a bit like a superhero alias: concise, goal oriented and promising a power level of exactly ten. According to Eneomey, this wash off mask has been fine tuned to balance comfort with potency, marrying a 10 percent hit of glycolic acid with a clay rich, creamier texture. The company claims it whisks away dead cells in a brisk two minutes regulates oil and leaves skin visibly clearer.
Over the past two weeks I traded my regular exfoliating routine for Purify Masque 10 applying it twice weekly as directed to see whether the glossy promises translate to real life clarity and smoother pores. Here is what I found.
What is Purify Masque 10?
Purify Masque 10 is a wash off mask, which means it is applied, left to work for a short window, then rinsed away rather than absorbed like a leave on treatment. Wash off masks are valued for delivering a concentrated burst of active ingredients while limiting prolonged skin contact, a useful feature when acids are involved.
This particular mask sits firmly in the chemical exfoliant category thanks to a 10 percent dose of glycolic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid that helps dissolve the bonds between dead skin cells. Glycolic acid is paired with two clays, kaolin at 8 percent and bentonite at 4 percent, chosen for their ability to absorb excess sebum and draw out impurities from pores.
Eneomey positions the formula for combination, oily and acne prone skin types and recommends a notably brief contact time of one to two minutes or until tingling kicks in. Used once or twice a week, it is intended to unstick clogged pores, temper surface oil and leave the complexion looking a little more refined without the downtime of an in clinic peel.
Did it work?
In the name of rigorous science I benched my usual wash off mask for a few days before the first application and felt very proud of my faux clinical protocol. Fourteen days felt like a fair testing window so I slotted Purify Masque 10 into my routine every fourth night, sticking to the one to two minute timeframe and rinsing as soon as the tingle tipped from pleasant to spicy.
First impression: this stuff does not dawdle. By the time I reached my chin the glycolic buzz had already kicked in across my forehead. After rinsing, skin looked instantly less shiny and felt as if a micro vacuum had passed over it. The effect held until midday next day when the usual slick returned, although a hint less aggressively than usual.
Second use fell on night four. No extra redness surfaced the following morning which was encouraging, though I did notice faint tightness around the nose by evening. A dollop of ceramide moisturizer fixed that. Breakouts along my jaw stayed put but seemed flatter and a little less angry.
By the third and fourth applications the pattern settled. Immediate post mask smoothness, smaller looking pores and a satisfyingly matte T zone lasted about 24 hours. Oily areas did trend downward overall, yet the mask did not stop new whiteheads from appearing around my mouth. I also caught two small dry patches on my cheeks after the final session that required a light exfoliation to lift.
After two weeks I can say Purify Masque 10 delivers quick pore blurring and short term sebum control but it is not a one stop solution for persistent breakouts. My complexion looks a notch clearer and makeup glides on better the morning after however the gains plateau before each subsequent use. Because my usual salicylic infused clay mask achieves comparable results with less post treatment dryness I will not be swapping it out, though I would gladly reach for Purify Masque 10 before a last minute event when I need that fast, freshly polished finish.
Purify Masque 10’s main ingredients explained
The star of the show is glycolic acid at 10 percent. As the smallest alpha hydroxy acid it slips between dead skin cells, breaks the glue that binds them together and reveals fresher skin in as little as a minute. Because concentration and contact time are both modest the risk of irritation is lower than with a leave on acid peel yet anyone with reactive or barrier compromised skin should still patch test first.
Next come the twin clays. Kaolin at 8 percent is a gentle oil sponge that mops up surface shine without stripping, while bentonite at 4 percent swells on contact with water to draw impurities from pores. The pair explains the satisfyingly matte finish that lasts through the morning after each use.
The texture owes its slip to a handful of emollients and stabilisers. Glyceryl stearate and PEG-100 stearate create that creamy spread while polysorbate 20 and potassium cetyl phosphate keep the water and oil phases from separating. Isopropyl palmitate also shows up as a thickening ester, and this is worth flagging because it carries a high comedogenic rating. A comedogenic ingredient is one that can clog pores and potentially trigger new blemishes, so very acne prone users may see mixed results.
Lanolin alcohol provides extra emollience but it is derived from sheep wool which means the formula is vegetarian friendly yet not strictly vegan. The remaining support cast includes titanium dioxide for its natural white tint, xanthan gum for viscosity, ethylhexylglycerin as a mild preservative booster, disodium EDTA to bind metal ions and sodium benzoate as the primary preservative.
No added fragrance hides in the INCI which is a small victory if you are sensitive to scent. There is also no salicylic acid, so anyone allergic to aspirin can breathe easy. On the pregnancy front glycolic acid is generally viewed as one of the safer exfoliants but every dermatologist I have spoken to still advises pausing any chemical peel products until an obstetrician gives the green light so caution applies here too.
To sum up, the ingredient list is short, purposeful and free of obvious irritants but the presence of isopropyl palmitate and lanolin derivatives means the mask is not ideal for purists seeking non comedogenic vegan skincare.
What I liked/didn’t like
Here is the quick breakdown.
What works well:
- Two minute contact time offers a speedy exfoliation that fits easily into a routine
- Noticeable matte finish and pore blurring that lasts through the next morning
- No added fragrance and a relatively concise ingredient list minimize potential irritants
What to consider:
- Immediate smoothness fades within a day so long term oil control may require additional products
- Isopropyl palmitate and lanolin derivatives could pose a clogging risk for very acne prone or vegan users
- Some dryness or tightness can show up on drier areas after repeated use
My final thoughts
After four rounds I came away reasonably impressed yet not quite swooning. Purify Masque 10 does what it says on the tin: it polishes away dull buildup in two minutes, reins in midday shine and leaves pores looking tighter for about a day. If your main frustration is slickness along the T zone and you are craving a quick chemical boost without sitting through a full at home peel this delivers. Where it falls short is lasting blemish prevention and comfort on drier patches which is why it lands at a solid 7/10 on my scale. I would recommend it to a friend with resilient combination skin who needs a fast pre event reset but I would steer someone with sensitive cheeks or chronic cystic acne toward something gentler or more targeted.
In the crowded world of wash off masks that is still a respectable showing. I have rotated through enough clay and acid concoctions to know that finding one that balances efficacy with minimal downtime is trickier than it sounds. Eneomey has clearly thought about user comfort by keeping the contact window brief and skipping fragrance; my only lingering wish is that they had swapped the isopropyl palmitate for a less pore clogging emollient so ultra blemish prone users could join the party with less trepidation.
Should you want comparable or even broader results there are a few alternatives that have earned permanent spots on my shelf. Pink Clay Glow Mask by Deascal remains an excellent all rounder that exfoliates, brightens and calms in one step while keeping the price point refreshingly grounded. Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque by Kiehl’s offers robust oil absorption without the post treatment tightness and is my pick when blackheads are staging a mutiny. For a budget friendly acid kick Salicylic Acid 2% Masque from The Ordinary pairs BHA and charcoal to keep future breakouts at bay. Finally Instant Detox Mask by Caudalie combines clay with antioxidant grape extracts and consistently leaves my skin looking refreshed rather than parched. I have used each of these alongside Purify Masque 10 and can vouch for their performance depending on the skin mood of the week.
Before you dive into any of the above play it safe: patch test on a discreet area, respect the recommended contact time and follow with a barrier supporting moisturizer (sorry for sounding like an over protective parent). Remember that clearer smoother skin is a moving target; the glow you gain today will only stick around if you keep up a balanced routine and repeat treatments as needed.