Introduction
Hey Bud might not yet have household status but among ingredient savvy skincare fans it already enjoys a bit of cult admiration for its plant forward formulas and playful attitude. That spirit shows in the whimsically titled Mushroom Magic Mask, a name that sounds one part fairy tale one part farmers market.
According to the brand the mask is designed to drench skin overnight with tremella and agarikon mushroom extracts, help restore fatty acids through hemp seed oil and boost firmness thanks to a Regenight complex and marine collagen. Suitable for every skin type with a special nod to dry or maturing faces, it promises plumper more elastic skin by sunrise when used a couple of nights each week.
I slotted the mask into my evening routine for a full two weeks, logging texture changes hydration levels and any sneaky side effects to see if it delivers enough magic to justify its price tag.
What is Mushroom Magic Mask?
Mushroom Magic Mask is an overnight treatment, a category of products meant to be applied as the final step of an evening routine and left on while you sleep. Unlike rinse off masks or ordinary night creams, overnight treatments create a light occlusive layer that lets hydrating and reparative ingredients stay in contact with the skin for several uninterrupted hours.
This particular formula centers on two mushroom extracts, tremella and agarikon, which act as humectants to draw water into the skin. Hemp seed oil provides omega fatty acids that reinforce the lipid barrier. A branded Regenight complex is included to encourage collagen production, and marine collagen offers additional antioxidant support. Together these elements aim to leave skin looking plumper and feeling better moisturized by morning.
Hey Bud suggests using the mask two to three nights a week after cleansing and serum. Massage a thin layer over the face, let it sit overnight then rinse it away in the morning. The mask is positioned for all skin types but is especially targeted toward dry or aging skin that loses moisture easily during the night.
Did it work?
I put my regular overnight mask on a short holiday for a few days before the trial because, in the name of very scientific research, my skin needed a clean slate. Fourteen days felt like a fair window to judge whether mushrooms and hemp could truly pull an all-night hydrating act.
Application was exactly as directed: cleanse, serum, then a thin veil of the mask on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. On night one the texture sank in quickly yet left a slightly silky film. I woke up with skin that looked more rested than usual but not dramatically plumper. By the third use a mild glow had crept in, the kind you notice only when concealer slides on a bit easier.
Week two told the fuller story. My cheeks, which usually get tight by morning, stayed comfortable even when the bedroom heater ran. Fine lines around my mouth appeared a touch softer and there was a subtle bounce when I pressed my fingertips to my forehead. However oilier zones like my T-zone felt borderline congested by day ten and I spotted two small blemishes along my chin that vanished once I scaled back to twice weekly use.
Across the full fortnight hydration gains were real, elasticity nudged upward and there were no flare-ups of sensitivity. The promised overnight plumpness showed up to a degree though the firming effect was modest and temporary. While Mushroom Magic Mask earns points for dependable moisture and a healthy morning sheen, the results did not rise far enough above my current staples to secure a permanent spot on my shelf.
Still, if your main goal is cushioning dry skin without heaviness and you enjoy earthy botanical formulas this is a pleasant way to get there.
Main ingredients explained
Tremella mushroom shows up first in the marketing copy for good reason. Sometimes called the “vegetarian hyaluronic acid,” this snow fungus can bind several times its weight in water, creating a light, jelly like hydration film that feels weightless rather than greasy. In my test runs it is what kept my cheeks from tightening when the heater clicked on at 3 a.m.
Agarikon mushroom is less famous but brings beta glucans that soothe and reinforce the skin barrier. Think of it as a calm friend who tells irritated skin to take a deep breath. Together the two fungi supply humectant power and barrier reassurance without the stickiness of pure glycerin packs.
Hemp seed oil steps in next with omega 3 and 6 fatty acids that top up your skin’s lipid pool. Its comedogenic rating is close to zero so it rarely clogs pores but the formula also includes isopropyl myristate, a texture enhancer with a high comedogenic score. If you are prone to breakouts, that pairing means patch testing is wise; comedogenic simply means an ingredient can obstruct pores and trigger blemishes.
The Regenight blend is the mystery box of peptides and botanicals the brand says nudge collagen production and elasticity. While in house complexes are hard to independently verify, my experience showed a slight bounce effect that aligns with that promise.
Marine collagen provides film forming proteins and antioxidants yet it is derived from fish so the mask is neither vegan nor vegetarian friendly. Those following plant based routines will want to skip. The rest of the formula reads mostly like a hydration greatest hits album: sodium hyaluronate for deeper water pull, glycerin for surface slip, Kakadu plum for a mild vitamin C lift and bisabolol plus algae extract for calm and softness.
Phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin handle preservation without added fragrance which sensitive noses will appreciate. I did not detect essential oils or drying alcohols. Regarding pregnancy, none of the listed actives are contraindicated outright but topical routines can be unpredictable during hormone swings so it is safest to check with a healthcare provider first.
All told the ingredients lean more hydrating than transformative, solid for barrier comfort yet dotted with a few pore stirring agents. If your skin thirsts for overnight moisture and you are not bound to vegan rules you will likely enjoy the lineup.
What I liked/didn’t like
After two weeks of night-time testing these are the points that stood out most clearly.
What works well:
- Locks in moisture overnight so skin feels comfortably cushioned by morning
- Light, quickly absorbed texture that layers smoothly over serums without pilling
- No added fragrance so it suits sensitive noses and reactive skin
- Noticeable but natural-looking boost in softness and bounce after a few uses
What to consider:
- Isopropyl myristate may clog pores on oilier or acne-prone skin if used more than twice weekly
- Marine collagen means it is not suitable for strict vegan routines
- Hydration benefits are solid but firming effects are modest, which might not justify the mid-range price for some users
My final thoughts
After two weeks of slotting Mushroom Magic Mask into the final step of my evening lineup I can confirm it does what it says on the hydration tin, though the “magic” feels more like a pleasant card trick than a full on illusion show. Skin wakes up comfortably cushioned and a little springier, but the modest firming and occasional congestion keep it from reaching must-have status. On my personal scale it lands a solid 7/10. Would I recommend it to a friend? Yes, but only the friend whose main concern is overnight moisture rather than dramatic lifting or pore management.
That is why the audience matters here. If you have dry or mature skin that drinks in humectants and shrugs at richer emollients you will likely enjoy the steady glow this mask delivers. Combination or breakout-prone complexions might prefer something lighter or more targeted. And if you need vegan formulas the marine collagen is an immediate deal breaker. In short, Mushroom Magic Mask suits the hydration-hungry minimalist who can tolerate a bit of isopropyl myristate and does not mind results that plateau at “healthy” rather than “transformative.”
For anyone shopping around it helps to know what else can play overnight hero. Nocturnal Revive Cream by Deascal remains my favourite all-rounder: one straightforward cream that handles hydration, barrier support and gentle renewal at a price that punches above its weight. If your skin leans sensitive the Cica Calming Overnight Face Mask by Q+A has soothed more than one winter flare-up for me without sacrificing next-morning bounce. Retinol fans seeking a silky, non-irritating option might gravitate toward Midnight Ritual Retinol Renewal Serum by Summer Fridays, which layers beautifully with lighter moisturisers. Finally, the Pillow Glow Sleeping Mask by Nutricentials offers a water-cream texture that drenches skin without a trace of heaviness, great for those who sleep hot or dislike richer formulas. I have rotated through each of these and can vouch that they stand up to their claims.
Before you dive into any overnight treatment remember a couple of unglamorous but important points. Patch test first on a discreet area, preferably the jawline, to rule out surprise irritation (apologies for sounding like an over-protective parent). Consistency also matters; the plumpness you get in the morning will fade if you stop using the product, so stick with your chosen formula and adjust as your skin changes over time. That way your night routine stays a supportive ritual rather than a fleeting fling.