You know that rough, dull texture that no scrub can fix? This mask dissolves it overnight. No rubbing, no redness — just chemistry doing the work while you drool on your pillow.
The real kicker: most at-home peels either burn or do nothing. This one sits in that sweet spot — potent enough to actually resurface, gentle enough you forget it’s on.
It’s a gel sleeping mask (₹1,495 for 50g) from Dermafique. The claim that made me roll my eyes: “overnight exfoliation without irritation.” I’ve heard that before. It’s usually lies.
pH 4.0-4.5
Optimized for enzyme activity — too low and you’re burning, too high and nothing happens. They nailed it.
Overnight Occlusion
The mask creates a thin film that traps acids against skin longer, boosting penetration without extra irritation.
No Wash-Off
You apply, sleep, wake up, wash face normally. That’s it. No multi-step bullshit.
Three AHAs and one PHA — no BHA here, so if you’re clog-prone, pair it with a salicylic serum earlier in the week. What surprised me: the lactic acid is the star, not glycolic. Lactic is bigger molecule, gentler, but still exfoliates like a boss.
- Glycolic Acid: Small molecule, deep penetration, smooths texture fast
- Lactic Acid: Hydrates while exfoliating — less sting, more glow
- Tartaric Acid: Antioxidant + mild exfoliation, stabilizes the blend
- Gluconolactone (PHA): Super gentle, adds moisture barrier support
It’s a clear, slightly tacky gel. Absorbs in about 20 seconds — not 10, but close. Smells faintly of… nothing pleasant. Like lab. Which I actually prefer over fake fruit.
Week 2: my forehead texture (those tiny bumps that never photograph but drive you insane) was visibly smoother. Week 3: I got one small purge pimple on my jaw. Normal. It healed fast.
My skin looks… clearer. Not dramatically different — but the kind of difference people notice and say “you look well-rested” when you’re actually running on 5 hours of sleep and coffee. Pores look smaller (they aren’t, they’re just less clogged). What stayed: my one stubborn chin flake. That needs a separate treatment.
One of the few sleeping masks that actually does what it says — no hype, just solid formulation. Buy it if your skin needs a gentle reset without the drama.