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Doctor knows best

Dr Morita facial masks are a treat for the skin, writes Nadia Badarudin

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MOST of us only use a facial mask as a weekly treat for the skin. (Or in my case, as and when I have the time). But according to Dr Chunhsu Jou, chief executive officer of Dr Jou Biotech Co Ltd, the daily use of a facial mask is important to maintain healthy skin and a youthful look.

The company is responsibl­e for developing Taiwan’s top-selling facial sheet mask brand, Dr Morita. Jou says while the basic skincare regime of cleanse-tonemoistu­rise is vital, it is not sufficient to protect and preserve skin from the harsh environmen­t and stress.

“We need nourishing essences to keep skin well-moisturise­d and to facilitate the rejuvenati­ng and healing process at the end of each day. Although facial masks were originally intended as a weekly treat for the skin, I find that treating the skin with a daily mask will in the long run preserve your skin and keep it looking young.”

A MASK A DAY

Dr Morita is a Taiwanese brand known as one of the pioneers in medical grade skincare. It specialise­s in facial sheet masks using medical grade natural ingredient­s to pamper and nourish the skin. Its products are bestseller­s in Asian countries, including Malaysia.

The brand has more than 200 types of facial and eye masks and is sought-after by those looking for age-defying solutions.

I did not know what to expect when I asked to try out two of Dr Morita’s new products — Whitening Essence Facial Mask and Glycoprote­in Moisturisi­ng Essence Cream.

The first thing I did was snap a photo of my cleansed face before applying the two products so that I could make a before-andafter comparison.

The Whitening Essence Facial Mask comes in a box of 10 sheets. As recommende­d, I put on the peel-off mask after cleansing my face with my usual cleanser. I had to leave the mask on for about 15 minutes.

After removing the mask, I massaged the remaining essence into my skin. The process was quite messy and tedious because the essence was thick.

When the essence had completely absorbed into my skin, I applied the Glycoprote­in Moisturisi­ng Essence Cream. The moisturisi­ng cream, which can also be used as a sleeping mask, is packaged in a 90ml tub with a spatula. It is said to be able to provide deep repair on dry and cracked skin. It contains hyaluronic acid and shea butter oil to repair and strengthen the skin while providing moisturisi­ng and hydrating effects.

The whitish cream has a light texture but it took a while for it to be absorbed into the skin.

I applied both products before I went to sleep and had a pleasant surprise the next day. No, I didn’t look younger, but my skin appeared fresh, hydrated and glowing. Besides a naturally radiant look, my skin felt soft and smooth too — and this was just after trying both products once.

The only turn-off factors are that one needs to spend time applying the products and searching the Internet for more informatio­n on applicatio­ns or ingredient­s because those printed on the labels or packaging are very minimal or mainly in Taiwanese. Despite this, I will continue using both products, that’s for sure.

The Whitening Essence Facial Mask retails at RM59.90 per box while the Glycoprote­in Moisturisi­ng Essence Cream retails at RM39.90.

Dr Morita’s complete range of skincare products is available at Aeon, Caring, Guardian, Sasa and Watsons nationwide. Go to www.facebook.com/pg/DrMoritaMY or www.instagram.com/dr.moritamy Whitening Essence Facial Mask. Glycoprote­in Moisturisi­ng Essence Cream.

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