Once again, Laneige proves that it is ahead of the beauty game.

The brand launched its best-selling Water Sleeping Mask in 2002, so women too busy living their lives can indulge in a fuss-free leave-on mask. 

This summer, it launches its new Fresh Calming hydrating range, featuring a “Morning Mask”.

More than just another mask with a catchy moniker, the Morning Mask is a first with its texture and formula. Dispensed through a pump can, it is a relatively viscous mousse emulsion that envelops skin in a cushiony gel. It sinks into skin with a few minutes of massaging. 

I was really impressed with the texture. Besides the dense foamy facial wash of Japanese brands, I’ve never tried anything else quite like this Morning Mask.

Moisturising and soothing, it is a multi-tasking all-day mask and moisturiser that prepares skin for makeup.

I also tried using this as a night mask, and it worked just as fine. The next morning, my skin looked clearer, and matte; signs that show it is balanced.

The Fresh Calming Morning Mask is complemented by a cleanser (foams up wasily, and won’t strip skin of moisture), toner (watery), and serum (easily-absorbed) from the same range.

Lightweight and oil-free, the star ingredients of the formulas are antioxidant-rich lychee extract, and moisturising deepsea water.

Made for women ages 20 to 25, but it also works well for anyone with oily but dehydrated skin.