Medik8 HEO MASK®

Optimal Ratio Moisturization Two-Step Overnight Mask

Wake up to deeply hydrated skin with HEO Mask, a two-step overnight mask that takes a fundamental science approach to long-lasting hydration. The three key pillars of hydration: humectants, emollients and occlusives, are combined in an optimized ratio to replenish dry and dehydrated skin. HEO Mask is clinically proven to hydrate and improve skin barrier function for up to 72 hours after use. The appearance of dryness, dullness and fine lines and wrinkles is improved, so you can wake up with visibly plumper and radiant skin.

Usage:

1. Apply after cleansing as the last step of your evening routine.
2. Apply an almond-sized amount of Step 1 of HEO Mask to the face, neck and décolleté, avoiding the eye contour.
3. Leave on for a few minutes and gently massage another almond-sized amount of Step 2 of HEO Mask into the same areas. Let this soak in overnight.
4. Apply 2-3 times a week or as needed.
5. Patch testing prior to use is advised.

Advantages:

*Proven hydration and barrier support
HEO Mask is clinically proven to deliver and retain hydration to the skin for up to 72 hours.* Designed to maintain intense hydration and nourishment between uses, while helping to improve the skin's overall hydration function in the long term.

*Soothing sensation during the night
Wake up to beautifully smooth, plump, supple-looking skin with HEO Mask. 94% of HEO Mask users agree that their skin glows after using the mask* – perfect for times when skin needs an overnight boost.

*Gold-Standard moisturizing components
The ultimate list of proven hydration heroes here in one product: hyaluronic acid, squalane, ceramides, natural moisturizing factors and more…

*Optimized HEO ratio
As a result of our designed ratio of humectants, emollients and occlusives, 94% of dry and dehydrated skin types showed a clinical improvement in their hydration levels when using HEO Mask*. The perfect skin barrier boost for skins adapting to new levels of vitamin A in their skin care regimen.

*Perfect Couple
Boost your results with Hydr8 B5 Intense. This liquid hydration booster serum can be layered with HEO Mask, to add an extra infusion of humectant ingredients into the skin, while Step 2 of HEO Mask locks in moisture for long-lasting results.

Key ingredients:

*Multi-weight hyaluronic acid
With a unique ability to attract and retain more than 1000x its own weight in water, hyaluronic acid draws moisture from the surrounding atmosphere into the skin, leaving the skin both nourished and supple.

*Natural moisturizing factors
Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF) found naturally in the upper layers of the skin work to attract and retain water. NMF levels in the skin decrease as we age, which is why NMF components, including urea, amino acids and sodium PCA, work to restore hydration in the skin.

*Ceramides
Ceramides, which occur naturally in the skin barrier, help replenish the skin and work to mimic the natural lipid barrier to intensely repair and nourish.

*Squalane
A nearly skin-identical lipid, squalane helps restore the skin's natural moisture barrier and deeply hydrates the skin.

*Dimethicone
Made up of large molecules, Dimethicone forms a breathable barrier over the skin's surface that helps lock in hydration and nutrition for long-lasting results.

How it works:

Dehydration and dry skin can be caused by many different factors: skin aging, cold weather, travel, hormonal changes, air conditioning, central heating, etc. These changes can result in an increase in TEWL (transepidermal water loss), a process by which water moves to the skin's surface rises and escapes, resulting in low moisture levels in the skin. HEO Mask is designed to tackle the visible signs of dryness and dehydration, while supporting the skin's natural barrier for improved long-term hydration.

1. Humectant ingredients act like moisture magnets, drawing water in to rehydrate, smooth and plump skin. HEO Mask contains multi-weight hyaluronic acid, glycerin and natural moisturizing factors (NMF) that replenish the skin with lost water by creating a reservoir of hydration in the upper layers of the skin.
2. Glyceryl Glucoside helps stimulate moisture channels to increase water flow through the skin's layers, while Blue Sea Kale supports the skin's natural production of Hyaluronic Acid, to help boost skin's hydration levels in the long term.
3. Soothing ingredients squalane, ceramides and linoleic acid (vitamin F) use their skin-identical, oil-loving properties to effortlessly glide into the skin's natural barrier, filling in any gaps where moisture can escape while deeply nourishing the skin.
4. Occlusive dimethicone is made up of larger molecules than the other key ingredients, meaning it works to form a breathable barrier over the skin's surface to lock in the benefits of the humectant and soothing ingredients, while physically preventing TEWL.