2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Glucose
Hydration
Dr. Ceuracle
Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask
face peel off mask
Dr. Ceuracle
Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask
face peel off mask
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
64%
Combination (dry)
64%
Balanced
94%
Combination (oily)
76%
Oily
76%
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Ingredients
4
Benefits
0
Actives
The Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask is a professional-grade skincare treatment designed to bring a multitude of benefits to the skin, suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. At its core, this mask leverages the potent properties of spirulina extract, a type of blue-green algae, known for its rich nutrient profile including vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants. When mixed with water to form a thick, rubbery paste, the mask creates an occlusive layer on the skin. This unique delivery system is crucial as it helps to prevent moisture evaporation, forcing the active ingredients deeper into the skin for enhanced absorption and more pronounced results.
Key Insights
Benefits
4
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Oil Control
Soothing
Risks
2
Allergen
Sulfate
Full Ingredients
20 total
DIATOMACEOUS EARTH
GLUCOSE
ALGIN
CALCIUM SULFATE
TETRAPOTASSIUM PYROPHOSPHATE
MAGNESIUM CARBONATE
ALLANTOIN
HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN
POTASSIUM ALGINATE
ADENOSINE
CELLULOSE GUM
LAVANDULA INTERMEDIA OIL
POTASSIUM SORBATE
SODIUM BENZOATE
CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT
PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRACT
WATER
BUTYLENE GLYCOL
1,2-HEXANEDIOL
LINALOOL
About Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask
Overview
Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask is a lightweight peel off mask from Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 20 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Hydration is handled by Butylene Glycol, Glucose and Algin, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
What the formula does
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Butylene Glycol, Glucose, Algin and Hydrolyzed Collagen.
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Allantoin, Sodium Benzoate, Centella Asiatica Extract and Algin.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
What it does not target
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, brightening and tone and cell renewal. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
What is not in it
Reading the full list, the formula is no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free and dye-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance and essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.
Where it fits in a routine
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Pros and cons
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Pros
- No drying alcohol
- Silicone-free
- No microplastics
- Strong humectant content for hydration
- No common irritants flagged in the list
- No recognised malassezia (fungal acne) triggers
Things to know
- Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
- Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Balanced skin
May suit
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily skin
Less suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
Sensitive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Skin concerns
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Helps with
-
Hydration 6 ingredients
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
-
Soothing 5 ingredients
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
-
Anti-Aging 3 ingredients
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
-
Oil Control 1 ingredient
Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness
Does not target
Anti-Acne
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
Key ingredients
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Alginic acid, sodium salt
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Soothing
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Magnesium carbonate (CI 77713)
Oil Control
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
Soothing
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Collagens, hydrolyzates. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of hoofs and horns composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin.
Hydration
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
6-Amino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purine
Soothing
15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
Soothing
Anti-Aging
16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purselane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae
Anti-Aging
Soothing
Hydration
17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Hydration
18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Hydration
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
High
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Barrier support
None
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Antioxidant support
None
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Oil control
Low
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Brightening
None
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Soothing
Moderate
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Cell renewal
None
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Firmness signalling
None
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
What is and is not in it
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Free from
- No drying alcohol
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Microplastic-free
- Sulfate-free
- Dye-free
- Oil-free
- No animal-derived ingredients
Contains
-
Fragrance
Linalool
-
Essential oils
Lavandula Intermedia Oil, Linalool
What to layer it with
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Compatible with
- Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
- Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
- AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
- BHA (salicylic acid)
- PHAs (gluconolactone)
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Azelaic acid
- Copper peptides
- Bakuchiol
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Signal peptides
- Panthenol
- Sunscreen
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
Where it fits in a routine
Morning
Evening
- Cleanse
- Toning
- Treat
- Moisturise
- Protect
This product is the "Moisturise" step.
- Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.
Safety and suitability
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
- Fungal acne (malassezia)
- No ingredient here is a recognised food source for malassezia.
- Sensitive and reactive skin
- No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
- Recorded ingredient risks
- Allergen, Sulfate
Ingredients by function
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 20 ingredients on the label.
7
Texture agent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
3
Humectant
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
3
Occlusive
Forms a film that slows water loss
3
Solvent
Dissolves and carries everything else
2
Soothing
Calms visible redness and irritation
2
Exfoliant
Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells
2
Plant extract
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
2
Preservative
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
1
Fragrance / colour
Changes how the product smells or looks
1
Emollient
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
1
Chelator
Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula
1
pH adjuster
Sets the acidity the formula needs to work
1
Surfactant
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
- Estimated level
- 10–40%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Exfoliant, Texture agent
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Diatomaceous Earth is a mineral material consisting chiefly of the siliceous frustules and fragments of various species of diatoms
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Humectant
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Glucose
Hydration
4 scientific references
- International Journal of Molecular Sciences, March 2020, pages 1–13
- Foods, March 2019, pages 1–27
- Nature Medicine, May 2018, pages 617–627
- Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine, September 2003, pages 1, 224–1, 228
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Texture agent
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Alginic acid, sodium salt
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Soothing
8 scientific references
- 5 Super Anti-Aging Antioxidants Your Skin Needs
- How to Keep Your Neck & Chest Looking Young
- Acne & Aging Skin
- How to Diminish Uneven Skin Tone and Get Your Glow Back
- What Are Peptides and What Do They Do for Skin?
- The Truth About Firming Creams
- Top 5 Reasons to Add Antioxidants to Your Skin Care Routine
- Anti-Aging Superstars
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Exfoliant, Texture agent
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Calcium sulphate (CI 77231)
Sulfate
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Chelator, pH adjuster
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Tetrapotassium pyrophosphate
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Texture agent
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Magnesium carbonate (CI 77713)
Oil Control
8 scientific references
- Oil-Absorbing Ingredients
- Help for Oily Skin
- Salicylic Acid for Skin
- How BHA Exfoliants Work
- Which BHA Exfoliant is Right for Me?
- Niacinamide Benefits: What Does Niacinamide Do for Skin?
- The Best Toners for Oily Skin
- The Best Moisturizers for Oily, Acne-Prone Skin
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Occlusive, Soothing
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-
Soothing
8 scientific references
- Chemistry Series, March 2020, pages 7-21
- Molecules, June 2019, pages 1-33
- European Journal of Pharmacology, February 2018, pages 68-78
- Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, June 2017, Volume 76, Issue 2, Supplement 1
- Pharmacognosy Review, Volume 5, July-December 2011
- International Journal of Toxicology, May 2010, Supplement, pages 84S-97S
- Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology, October 2008, ePublication
- https://wwwaccessdatafdagov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearchcfm?CFRPart=347&showFR=1
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Humectant, Emollient, Occlusive
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Collagens, hydrolyzates. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of hoofs and horns composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin.
Hydration
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Texture agent
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Alginic acid, potassium salt
10
Adenosine
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
6-Amino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purine
Soothing
8 scientific references
- PubChem, Accessed May 2021, ePublication
- Cosmetic Ingredient Review, September 2020, pages 1-38
- Experimental Dermatology, August 2014, pages 553-554
- Journal of Investigative Dermatology, August 2011, pages 526-546
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2006, pages 447-451
- British Journal of Pharmacology, October 2008, issue 4, pages 475-486
- PloS One, May 2008 (ePublication)
- >International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2006, pages 447-451
- Estimated level
- 1–3%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
- Roles
- Occlusive, Texture agent
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Cellulose, carboxymethyl ether, sodium salt
- Estimated level
- 1–3%
- Confidence
- Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Lavandula Intermedia Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant of the Lavender, Lavandula intermedia, Labiatae
Allergen
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Preservative
13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Preservative
14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Sodium benzoate
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Soothing, Surfactant, Plant extract
15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
Soothing
Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
- Phytomedicine, April 2018, pages 110–119
- Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, August 2017, pages 311–315
- Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jan-Feb 2016, pages 27–33
- Postepy Dermatologii I, February 2013, pages 46–49
- Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2010, pages 546–556
- Scientific Reports, June 2021, ePublication
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Plant extract
16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purselane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae
Anti-Aging
Soothing
Hydration
6 scientific references
- Food Chemistry, August 2019, pages 239-245
- Journal of Pharmacopuncture, March 2019, pages 7-15
- Antioxidants, August 2017, pages 1-9
- American Journal of Translational Research, May 2016, pages 2, 138-2, 148
- BioMed Research International, January 2015, pages 1-11
- Journal of Ethnopharmacology, July 2001, pages 171–176; and December 2000, pages 445-451
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Solvent
17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Hydration
3 scientific references
- Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
- Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
- Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent
18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Hydration
5 scientific references
- CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
- US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
- International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
- Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
- Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Solvent
19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
- Estimated level
- under 1%
- Confidence
- Moderate — listed below the 1% line
- Roles
- Fragrance / colour
20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol
Allergen
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Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask?
DIATOMACEOUS EARTH, GLUCOSE, ALGIN, CALCIUM SULFATE, TETRAPOTASSIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, MAGNESIUM CARBONATE, ALLANTOIN, HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN, POTASSIUM ALGINATE, ADENOSINE, CELLULOSE GUM, LAVANDULA INTERMEDIA OIL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRACT, WATER, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, LINALOOL.
How do I use Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask?
Cleanse Prep: Start with a clean, dry face. Mix: In a bowl, quickly combine ~50g powder with ~50ml cool water to form a smooth, thick paste. Apply: Swiftly apply an even, thick layer to your face with a spatula, avoiding eyebrows/hairline. Remove: Let set for 15-20 minutes until rubbery. Gently peel off in one piece, starting from the chin. Finish: Pat in any remaining essence, no need to rinse. Tip: Use 1-2 times weekly.
What skin types is Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.
Is Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask good for sensitive skin?
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Is Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask fungal acne safe?
No ingredient in this formula is a recognised food source for malassezia, the yeast behind fungal acne.
Can I use Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask while pregnant?
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Is Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask fragrance free?
No — it contains Linalool.
Does Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask contain alcohol?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Is Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask contain essential oils?
Yes — it contains Lavandula Intermedia Oil, Linalool.
Is Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask?
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
When should I apply Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask?
Use it morning and evening, after serums.
How many ingredients does Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask have?
It lists 20 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes Expert Spirulina Cooling Modeling Mask?
Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea.
Brand
Dr. Ceuracle
Country
Korea