A pearly cream mask that you spread with a brush, which dries to a transparent film and then peels off in a single piece, like a second skin. COSRX's PDRN Exosome Skinplaning Glaze Mask aims for a result that is visible as soon as it comes off: a smoother surface, a complexion that catches the light and skin that feels fresh to the touch.
A PDRN mask in a peel-off film, for a radiant complexion
The principle is mechanical first: as it dries, polyvinyl alcohol and pullulan form a film that, when removed, lifts away some dead cells and surface residue. This gentle "skinplaning" is what gives the impression of a finer skin texture. The rest of the formula focuses on hydration and radiance:
- PDRN (Sodium DNA): a hydrating, comfort-giving active very popular in Korea; its solid evidence concerns injection, not application in a mask.
- Exosomes: presented by the brand as vesicles derived from lactobacilli and centella. Data on skin application remain very thin.
- Niacinamide and glutathione: for a more even-looking complexion.
- Gluconolactone (PHA) and acetyl glucosamine: a very gentle exfoliation to complement the film.
- Panthenol, allantoin, sodium hyaluronate, hydrolysed collagen: comfort and suppleness.
Mica and titanium dioxide give the cream its opalescent sheen.
How to use
On cleansed, thoroughly dry skin, spread an even layer with the silicone brush provided, avoiding the eyebrows, the hairline, the eye area and the lips. Leave to dry until the film is transparent and no longer sticks to the finger: the brand indicates around twenty minutes for a thin layer, longer for a thick one. Then peel it off from the edges, without pulling abruptly, and work in the remaining essence.
- One to two uses a week are enough.
- Not on the same evening as a retinoid, a scrub or an exfoliating acid.
- Apply a sunscreen the next morning.
Which skin is it for?
It suits dull, dehydrated skin or skin with an uneven texture, and anyone who wants a boost of radiance before an evening out. Avoid it on irritated or broken skin, or skin prone to redness: peeling off the film can accentuate it.
Product details
- Size: 50 ml, with a silicone brush
- Brand: COSRX
- Product type: peel-off face mask
- Ingredients: Aqua/Water, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Octyldodecanol, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Algin, Polysorbate 80, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Pullulan, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Titanium Dioxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Mica, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Adenosine, Cellulose Gum, Sodium Phytate, Sodium DNA, Tin Oxide, Glutathione, Acetyl Glucosamine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Gluconolactone, Mannitol, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Lactobacillus Extracellular Vesicles, Hydrated Silica, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
- Country of manufacture: South Korea
- Precautions for use: external use only. Avoid the eyes and lips. Do not apply to damaged skin. Stop if redness, swelling or itching occurs, particularly after sun exposure. Keep out of the reach of children.
Frequently asked questions
Can I leave the mask on all night?
The brand offers it as an option, with removal on waking. Do a few classic uses first to check that your skin tolerates it.
Does the PDRN in a mask act like an injection?
No. Applied to the skin, it stays on the surface and mainly contributes to hydration. The results seen with injections do not carry over to a mask.
Do I need to rinse after removing it?
No, pat in the remaining essence until absorbed, then follow with your cream. Rinse only if fragments of the film remain stuck.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
With caution: the film and the PHA exfoliate slightly. Test first on the jawline and space out uses if the skin turns red.
A playful, quick end-of-week ritual for a smooth, luminous complexion. More skincare for radiance awaits in the dark spots and glow selection.
