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Esfolio Red Ginseng Essence Mask Sheet for mature skin

High

  • HighNormal Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A great choice for mature skin; a few nourishing masks fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Highly suitable for normal skin, this mask leverages Red Ginseng Extract and Panax Ginseng Extract for their antioxidant and revitalizing effects, which can offer general anti-aging benefits.
  • Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide excellent hydration, supporting the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines without being overly specialized.
  • The formulation is safe for your normal skin, with no reported risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh or prohibited ingredients.

How to apply

  • You can use this sheet mask in your PM routine about 2-3 times a week. Smooth it gently over your face and relax.
  • Apply the sheet mask right after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer.
  • Place the sheet mask flat on your face and smooth it out gently with your fingers. Leave it on for ten to fifteen minutes before removing.
  • Put the sheet mask on clean and dry skin for the best comfort. Gently pat any remaining essence into your skin after taking it off.
  • Avoid getting the product into your eyes and do a quick patch test before your very first use.

People Say

★3.8Overall rating based on 100+ reviews

Based on limited data, this mask is recognized as an affordable, highly saturated sheet mask that provides a quick, revitalizing hydration boost and a temporary plumping effect for tired skin. Its performance is often overshadowed by a very strong, earthy ginseng scent and a sticky finish that some users find unpleasant.

Highlights

  • Deeply hydrating Mostly Mentioned
    • “It is definitely hydrating”
    • “moisturized my skin very well”
    • “leaves skin feeling moist”
  • Generous essence Mostly Mentioned
    • “Packed with essence”
    • “soaked and dripping”
    • “extra essence for neck/arms”
  • Strong scent Mostly Mentioned
    • “Terrible smell”
    • “smells like olives/oysters”
    • “very strong ginseng scent”
  • Affordable price Often Mentioned
    • “budget sheet mask”
    • “great value for money”
  • Plumping effect Sometimes Noted
    • “Has a plumping effect”
    • “skin looked and felt revitalized”
    • “velvety hydration hit”
  • Sticky residue Sometimes Noted
    • “It's like Velcro”
    • “sticky”
    • “disgusting how it makes skin feel”
  • Temporary results Sometimes Noted
    • “Revitalized look is short-lived”
    • “no long term affects”
    • “results are fleeting”
  • Irritating ingredients Rarely Noted
    • “Contains denatured alcohol”
    • “not for sensitive skin”
    • “felt a little tingly”

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Questions and answers

What makes esfolio Red Ginseng Essence Mask Sheet a great fit for mature skin?

This mask is a great fit for mature skin because it uses red ginseng extracts to help revitalize the skin and reduce the look of fine lines. Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate also provide deep hydration to keep your skin smooth and plump.

Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020

Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for mature skin?

Red Ginseng Extract and Panax Ginseng Extract make this mask a good fit for mature skin because they help reduce wrinkles and smooth out fine lines. Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate also support this by providing deep hydration to keep skin looking firm and soft.

Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020

What does Red Ginseng Extract do for mature skin?

Red Ginseng Extract helps smooth out wrinkles and keeps mature skin feeling soft and moisturized. It supports firmness and helps protect against daily damage from the sun and environment.

Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020Journal of Ginseng Research, 2018

What does Hyaluronic Acid do for mature skin?

Hyaluronic acid helps mature skin by deeply boosting moisture, improving elasticity, and smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Regular use keeps the skin looking plump and soft while supporting overall firmness and hydration.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Skin Research and Technology, 2024

Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for mature skin?

This nourishing mask goes in your weekly routine after an enzyme powder and before a treatment and moisturizer. Red ginseng extract and sodium hyaluronate help provide anti-aging benefits and deep hydration that support mature skin.

Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020

Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this mask in your weekly routine alongside retinol treatments, applying the mask before your treatment and moisturizer. The hydrating ingredients help keep skin plump and smooth, while the red ginseng extract offers anti-aging support with a low risk of irritation.

Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020

How often should I use this mask?

This nourishing mask fits well into a weekly routine for mature skin. It provides deep hydration and revitalizing effects that help keep aging skin looking smooth and soft.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021

Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?

This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on mature skin, as it lacks heavy oils and harsh ingredients that typically trigger irritation. It is generally safe for your skin, though some users note a sticky residue after use.

Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol).

What the research says

  • A mixture of Panax ginseng and Crataegus pinnatifida prevented skin aging by improving procollagen type I expression, diminishing matrix metalloproteinase-1 secretion, reducing skin roughness and photodamage scores, and decreasing loss of skin moisture in human dermal fibroblasts and healthy human skin.

    Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017
  • Korean Red Ginseng extract suppressed melanogenesis in vitro, reduced wrinkle formation and collagen degradation in ultraviolet B-irradiated hairless mice, and improved skin resilience, moisture, and tone in humans.

    Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020
  • Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.

    Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
  • A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
  • Panax ginseng root extract induced Type I procollagen synthesis and COL1A2 promoter activity through Smad2 phosphorylation in human dermal fibroblast cells.

    Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2007
  • Enzyme-modified ginseng extract cream significantly reduced the global photo-damage score and various roughness measures including total roughness, smoothness depth, and arithmetic roughness average compared to placebo in 23 human subjects.

    Rejuvenation Research, 2015
  • A red ginseng hydrogel formulation with 1,2-hexanediol promoted selective growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and decreased Cutibacterium acnes in 20 female subjects.

    Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022
  • A 1% fermented black ginseng cream significantly reduced eye wrinkles and brightened skin color in twenty-three human subjects compared to control cream and baseline.

    Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health. Part A, 2020
  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019
  • Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016
  • A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
  • An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018
  • Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.

    Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015
  • Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2015
  • Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.

    Advanced Science, 2025
  • The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
  • Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001
  • Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Alcohol, Red Ginseng Extract, Panax Ginseng Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, Phyisepipi-17 6 Copolymer, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium Edta, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Chlorphenesin, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

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