Introduction
Medisco may not be splashed across every beauty billboard, yet skin professionals speak of it with a kind of quiet reverence that makes you lean in and listen. The brand has built its reputation on science backed formulations that treat skin like the complex organ it is, not a canvas to be painted over. Enter the playfully named Skin Glow Mask which, depending on your level of optimism, either sets sky high expectations or hints at the gentle radiance most of us can realistically achieve after a long workday.
The company describes this peel off as hydrating and lifting, leaning heavily on a 70% hydrolyzed collagen base plus soothing centella, sodium DNA and sodium hyaluronate to plump calm and brighten in a single session. Medisco even suggests it is the perfect follow up to microneedling or a casual Gua Sha ritual, promising a firmer dewier complexion once you peel it away.
I gave the mask a solid two week audition, weaving it into morning routines and post workout evenings alike, to see if that promised glow is genuine or just studio lighting. Consider this your first look at whether the Skin Glow Mask is worth a spot in your skincare budget.
What is Skin Glow Mask?
Skin Glow Mask is a peel off treatment that sits within the broader wash off mask category. Wash off masks are products you apply for a set period then remove completely, so they deliver a brief burst of concentrated ingredients without staying on the skin all day. They are popular for quick results, minimal residue and the sense of a mini facial at home.
This particular formula is a clear gel that relies on a high level of hydrolyzed collagen, accounting for 70 percent of the base. Alongside it are centella asiatica to soothe, sodium hyaluronate to hydrate, sodium DNA to encourage regeneration, plus niacinamide and adenosine for brightness and texture support. Once the layer dries it forms a thin film that can be lifted away, taking with it surface debris while leaving behind the remaining actives.
The brand positions the mask as a follow up to procedures like microneedling or to slot into a weekly maintenance routine. Application is straightforward: cleanse, spread an even coat, wait until the mask turns transparent then peel and pat in any leftover serum. A thinner layer usually dries in about half an hour while a thicker coat takes closer to an hour and is said to enhance the tightening effect.
Did it work?
In the name of very serious skincare science I benched my usual wash off mask for three full days before starting this trial, letting my face enter what I jokingly called a “neutral zone” so the Skin Glow Mask would get all the credit or blame. Fourteen days felt long enough to see real change without crossing into clinical study territory.
First application: a cool rush, a light herbal scent and that classic peel off tightness that makes you aware of every facial expression. Once the film lifted away my skin looked fresh and a touch glassy, like I had just finished a hydrating facial. The surface felt slightly tacky until I pressed in the leftover essence but the next morning my cheeks still held a soft bounce that usually takes an overnight sleeping mask to achieve.
I used the mask every other day during week one, alternating thin and thicker coats to test both drying times. Immediate payoffs were consistent: a quick hit of moisture, a smoother feel around the nose and a faint lifted look along the jaw that lasted maybe three hours. Fine lines across my forehead looked blurred right after peeling though by evening they were back in their usual formation. No irritation showed up, just a brief pink flush that settled once moisturizer went on.
Week two told the longer story. I stayed on the same every other day rhythm and slipped in one post microneedling session to see if absorption improved. The mask definitely soothed the post treatment sting and locked down redness faster than my go to aloe gel. Still, the overall glow plateaued. Hyperpigmentation on my cheekbones looked no lighter and my perennial dry patch beside the nose needed its regular ceramide cream backup. Hydration levels were respectable but not markedly different from what I get with less time intensive wash off formulas.
So did it live up to its promises? Partially. The Skin Glow Mask delivers a satisfying peel, short term plumpness and a camera friendly sheen that would make it a solid choice before an event or video call. As a long range firming or brightening solution it falls a little short, at least on my mid-thirties combination skin. I will probably reach for it when I want a fast pick me up yet I will not be giving it permanent residency in my already crowded arsenal. That said, if your main goal is an instant dewy finish without irritation this mask puts on a good show.
Skin glow mask’s main ingredients explained
The formula is led by a hefty 70 percent hydrolyzed collagen, which in most cases is sourced from fish or bovine skin. That means the mask is not suitable for vegans and strict vegetarians, though pescatarians may be comfortable if the collagen is marine derived. Topically, hydrolyzed collagen acts more like a humectant and film former than a true filler, binding water on the surface to create that smooth, cushiony feel you notice right after peeling the mask away.
Next up is centella asiatica extract, the botanical darling known for calming irritation and nudging wound healing. It delivers a gentle hit of madecassoside and asiaticoside, two triterpenes that tell angry skin to dial it down. If you use strong actives or have recently microneedled, centella is the ingredient that helps curb the sting and redness.
Sodium hyaluronate follows, the salt form of hyaluronic acid with a smaller molecular weight that lets it wiggle a bit deeper than its larger cousin. It can hold roughly 1,000 times its weight in water so it supports the plumping mission set by collagen, keeping skin bouncy for several hours before regular transepidermal water loss takes over.
PDRN, listed here as sodium DNA, is a newer player in civilian skincare. It is usually extracted from salmon sperm so again, not vegan friendly. Lab studies suggest it may encourage fibroblast activity and collagen synthesis which sounds thrilling but real world gains tend to be subtle without in-clinic delivery methods such as injections or microneedling.
Rounding things out are niacinamide and adenosine. Niacinamide is the multitasker that can brighten, strengthen the barrier and regulate sebum, while adenosine gives a mild boost to cellular energy that translates into smoother texture over time. Both are widely considered safe during pregnancy, yet the presence of PDRN plus the general caution advised with any active blend means expecting or nursing users should run the ingredient list past their doctor first.
As for breakouts, none of the headline ingredients score high on the comedogenic scale (comedogenic simply means the likelihood that a substance will clog pores). The mask uses a polyvinyl film former to create its peel, and while that polymer can feel occlusive on very oily skin it rinses away cleanly if you follow up with a gentle cleanser.
The formula is fragrance free and alcohol free which lowers the chance of irritation, though the cool tightening sensation can still provoke temporary pinkness in reactive skin types. In short, the ingredient roster is thoughtfully composed for a quick plump and soothe session but with animal derived components and limited long term data on topical PDRN it may not tick every ethical or safety box for every reader.
What I liked/didn’t like
Here is the quick rundown after two weeks of use.
What works well:
- Delivers an immediate shot of hydration and a smooth, glassy finish
- Calms post microneedling redness thanks to the centella and sodium hyaluronate combo
- Peel lifts away surface debris cleanly leaving skin feeling freshly exfoliated
- Fragrance free formula keeps the risk of scent related irritation low
What to consider:
- Lifting effect is short lived and unlikely to replace more intensive firming treatments
- Full drying time can stretch to an hour which may not fit a rushed routine
- Animal derived collagen and PDRN mean the formula may not suit vegan or ethically strict users
My final thoughts
Finding a reliable wash off mask is a bit like choosing a gym routine: you want quick visible payoff but also something you can actually stick with. After two weeks of peeling, patting and comparing notes with similar formulas I have used over the years, Skin Glow Mask lands at a respectable 7/10. The instant plumpness and camera ready sheen are real but fleeting, and I never saw the cumulative firming that its marketing quietly hints at. That means I will keep it on standby for pre event polish yet I am not ready to crown it a staple. I would suggest it to friends who crave an occasional glow boost, have normal to slightly dry skin and appreciate a fragrance free ingredient list. If your goals lean toward long term lifting, deep hydration or vegan formulas, there are masks that serve those lanes better.
For readers weighing their options, I have a handful of tried and tested alternatives worth a look. Deascal’s Pink Clay Glow Mask is my current allrounder: a one and done clay treatment that exfoliates, clears pores and brightens without leaving skin tight. Budget friendly and suitable for virtually every skin type, it has become the mask I reach for when I am short on time but want a visible refresh. If congestion is your main battle, Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque still outperforms on blackhead control. For those who prefer a gentle yet thorough pore detox, Innisfree’s Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask offers impressive oil absorption without stripping. And when you want a luxury flash facial, Sisley’s Radiant Glow Express Mask delivers a refined finish in under five minutes.
Before you hit checkout I have to play over protective parent for a second: patch test any new mask behind your ear or along the jawline first, especially if you have sensitive or post procedure skin. Remember that results from peel off or clay treatments are inherently temporary and will fade unless you keep them in your rotation. Consistency might not be glamorous but it is the only real path to lasting glow. Apologies for stating the obvious but your future face will thank you.