Sebum Gone with Clay Mask...Volcanic Pumice Brings 'Pore Pleasure' [Moon Hyewon's Cosmetics Review]

Numerous tiny pores... Powerful adsorption and sterilization like charcoal
Excellent purification, detoxification, antibacterial, and moisturizing functions... Praised as 'God's gift'
Apply evenly on the face and wash off with lukewarm water after 10-15 minutes
Effective in removing blackheads and fine dust... Use only 1-2 times per week

[Asia Economy Reporter Moon Hyewon] I first encountered Jeju Island's volcanic ash cosmetics about 10 years ago. At a cafe-cum-museum I happened to enter to cool off, I casually applied this mask pack, which looked like a mud pack, on my hand. The refreshing feeling when washing it off with water was exceptional, and afterward, it left my skin feeling moist and smooth all day, which left a strong impression.

Right after returning from my trip to Jeju Island, my vanity quickly filled up with volcanic ash cosmetics. Among them, the product that maintained my skin texture the longest was Innisfree's Volcanic Pore Mask.

Volcanic ash is a primordial material formed when lava solidified during a volcanic eruption 1.2 million years ago. It contains countless tiny pores, resembling oak charcoal, which provide powerful adsorption and sterilization properties. This mysterious substance excels in purification, detoxification, antibacterial, and moisturizing functions. People of Jeju Island call volcanic ash "a divine gift found in nature."

This product contains finely ground brown volcanic ash with numerous tiny pores, packed in a jar. It is applied evenly on the face, avoiding the eye and mouth areas, and after 10 to 15 minutes when it dries moderately, it is washed off with lukewarm water.

The sensation when applying the product is like spreading soft whipped cream. It can be easily applied by hand, but using a brush is more hygienic and helps preserve the remaining amount.

When the mask dries and is washed off the face, it removes sebum and deep impurities from the skin with strong adsorption power. Thanks to this effect, blackheads that appear dark right after washing are removed, making the complexion visibly brighter. The term "pore pleasure" (Mogongkwaegam) has even been coined. However, if it dries too much, it can be difficult to wash off. In this case, dampening it slightly with water helps to remove it, and from experience, keeping the time under 15 minutes is best.

Although one might want to use it frequently, it is recommended to use it only about once or twice a week to minimize skin irritation. Therefore, this mask is used the day before important events such as blind dates or gatherings. The day after using the mask, the skin texture is noticeably soft and makeup adheres better. Using this mask on days with severe fine dust in autumn or spring also leaves a much fresher feeling after washing.