Spirulina pore mask 15-minute test: MEDIPICKME Pore Perfect

How did I use this 15-minute pore mask?

I used it when seasonal changes made me conscious of my pores and rough, dry-looking skin texture. I spread a thin, even layer over my whole face, then lightly rinsed it off after about 15 minutes, as it began to dry and felt a little tight.

What ingredients does it contain?

The product I used is the MEDIPICKME Real Spirulina Pore Perfect Mask. According to the original product information, it contains 57% spirulina and highlights a combination of U.S.-sourced diatomaceous earth and bentonite, along with LHA.

The formula was a deep green color. It spread on softly like a cream, so I applied it closely and evenly over my skin.

What pore-related information did I check?

The original information says the product completed human application testing on four pore measures: area, depth, volume, and number. Before buying, I think it is best to check the detailed conditions of those tests alongside your own skin condition.

While using it, it felt closer to a silky cream formula than a mask that hardens firmly. After rinsing, my sebum seemed tidied up and my skin felt fresh.

What did I do when I was worried about tightness?

I thought pore masks could leave skin dry or tight if left on too long. With this one too, leaving it on for more than 15 minutes could make it feel very tight, as though it were pulling moisture away, so I kept an eye on the time.

The product information says it contains LHA as a low-irritation exfoliating-care ingredient. If you have sensitive skin, it is best to check how your skin is doing beforehand and make sure it suits you as you use it.

What was the apply-and-rinse order?

Using the included spatula was convenient because the product did not get caught under my nails. I spread a thin layer over my whole face, kept to the timing, then lightly washed it off.

How did my skin texture feel afterward and before makeup?

Right after using it, I felt that my pores looked firmer and my skin tone looked a little brighter. My skin texture also felt smooth to the touch, and when I used it before makeup, my skin surface seemed more even, so BB cream felt less likely to settle into uneven areas.

Looking especially at my cheeks and beside my nose, I had the impression that my pores looked more taut afterward. Still, this is simply my observation after using it, and the result can feel different depending on your skin condition.

After rinsing it off at the 15-minute mark, my skin texture felt smooth, so I used it as a routine to neaten my skin surface on days when my face looked slack and lacked vitality.