Most brightening masks rely either on strong acids or drying clays; this formula balances both clarity and comfort. Essano Vitamin C Brightening Facial Mask is designed to revive dull, fatigued-looking skin in 10 minutes while respecting your skin barrier. Use it when your complexion looks flat, congested or lacks its usual radiance.

At the heart of the formula is Kakadu plum extract, one of the richest natural sources of vitamin C, to support a more luminous, even-looking complexion. Papaya and pineapple fruit extracts offer gentle enzymatic exfoliation to smooth texture without physical scrubs. Mango fruit extract adds antioxidant support, helping to defend skin against daily environmental stress.

This mask has a creamy, clay-based texture that spreads easily without tugging or dragging. Kaolin and bentonite work to absorb excess oil and impurities while glycerin and lightweight emollients keep the formula feeling comfortable. As it dries, it feels softly set rather than tight, rinsing away cleanly to reveal fresher-looking skin.

Apply a generous, even layer to clean, dry skin, avoiding the eye area, and leave on for up to 10 minutes. Use one to three times a week, depending on how your skin responds. Follow with your usual serum and moisturiser to lock in hydration and radiance benefits.

Balanced clay complex (kaolin and bentonite) targets excess oil and impurities while maintaining a comfortable feel on skin.Fruit-derived vitamin C and enzymes support surface renewal for a clearer, brighter-looking complexion over time.Moisturising humectants and emollients help minimise the dry, tight sensation often associated with traditional clay masks.Fine mineral pigments lend an instant healthy-looking glow as the mask sits on the skin and after rinsing.

For a coordinated routine, use after Essano’s vitamin C cleanser to remove surface impurities, then follow with Essano vitamin C serum and moisturiser to reinforce radiance and antioxidant care. The mask acts as a weekly or twice-weekly boost alongside your daily vitamin C products.

A quick, comfortable clay-vitamin C mask that refreshes, smooths and brightens the look of dull, congested skin.

Water/Aqua, Kaolin, Bentonite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Titanium Dioxide, Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativus ( Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phytate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxide Red (CI 77491), Iron Oxide Yellow (CI 77492), Parfum, Limonene

• Step 1. Begin with thoroughly cleansed, dry skin and gently pat away any excess moisture.
• Step 2. Using clean fingers or a brush, apply a smooth, even layer of mask over the face, avoiding the eye and lip areas.
• Step 3. Leave on for 5–10 minutes, allowing the clays and fruit extracts to work on the skin surface.
• Step 4. Dampen fingertips and gently massage in light circular motions to help loosen the mask.
• Step 5. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat the skin dry with a soft towel.
• Step 6. Follow immediately with your usual serum and moisturiser to replenish hydration and support radiance.

Pro Tips

• Use one to three times per week, adjusting frequency if your skin feels sensitive or tight.
• Apply only a thin, even layer; a thicker coat does not increase effectiveness and may prolong drying time.
• Avoid using other strong exfoliants or peels in the same routine to minimise the risk of irritation.
• For targeted brightening, concentrate the mask on areas that appear particularly dull or congested rather than the entire face.