STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask Review

STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
4.5Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
Ingredients

STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lactobacillus/Leuconostoc/Coconut Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Betaine, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Saururus Chinensis Extract, Xanthan Gum, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ledum Palustre Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Fragrance, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Artemisia Absinthium Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract, Alcohol, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Primula Veris Extract, Veronica Officinalis Extract, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-40
Review

Does STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask has to offer:
 
✅ Strong humectant moisturizing. This lightweight, humectant-rich product, ideal for oily skin, has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
✅ Considerable anti-wrinkle efficacy: STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask has an anti-wrinkle rating of 4.5 out of 10, indicating a moderate ability to reduce wrinkles.
✅ Soothing: STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
✅ Antioxidant protection

  

Key Benefits of STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask:
 

🔵 Lightweight Purely Humectant Moisturizing, Ideal for Oily Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈6.0%), Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%) and Niacinamide (est. ≈3.0%).

This humectant-rich product, when used alone as a moisturizer, is ideal for oily skin, providing significant hydration in a lightweight, fast-absorbing formula without any occlusive ingredients.

📌 Certain studies suggest that humectants alone may not effectively moisturize the skin. If you use this product as your only moisturizer, we recommend following it with one that contains at least some occlusive ingredients.

💧 A Humectant Boost for Any Skincare Routine

But it’s not limited to oily skin - such a humectant boost will also positively contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine when used as a step before applying the main moisturizer. This type of formulation is typically used in serums, where a light, fast-absorbing texture is key.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

🟣🟣 Considerable Anti-Wrinkle Efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask has a moderate anti-wrinkle rating of 4.5 out of 10.

It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Niacinamide (est. ≈3.0%),
 one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients. A clinical study involving 30 participants (Kawada et al.) confirmed that a cream with 4% niacinamide reduced the average depth of wrinkles around the eyes by 9% after 8 weeks of use, compared to a vehicle (the same formulation without niacinamide).
 
📌 Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, can deliver some additional anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

🍀 Rich in Skin-Protecting Antioxidants

We estimate that STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Niacinamide (est. ≈3.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

🔴 Skin Soothing and Calming Potential

Based on the ingredient list analysis, STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Niacinamide (est. ≈3.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask

 
CreamScan identified a few things to consider before adding STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ If It’s Your Only Moisturizer, It Needs to Be Paired with Some Occlusives

While humectants are highly effective at attracting water to the skin, studies (J. N. Kraft, C. W. Lynde) suggest they may not be efficient when used alone.

One major drawback of purely humectant moisturization is that the water attracted by humectants to the upper layers of the skin can evaporate completely into the environment through transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Adding occlusive ingredients helps seal this moisture into the skin and prevent further water loss.

If you’re using STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask as your only moisturizer, consider pairing it with one that contains at least some occlusive ingredients, such as oils, butters, or silicones. These work alongside humectants to create a protective barrier, locking in hydration and ensuring longer-lasting moisturization. The amount of occlusive needed depends on your skin type - the drier the skin, the more occlusives it requires.

If this product is used not as a standalone moisturizer but as part of your skincare routine, such as a toner or serum, it should be applied before your main moisturizer (unless it's a sunscreen), which will provide the necessary occlusivity on top of it.

Pros & Cons of STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ When used alone: Provides humectant-rich moisturizing ideal for oily skin
✅ As part of a routine: A humectant moisturizing boost, beneficial for any skin type
✅ Lightweight texture
Provides considerable anti-wrinkle efficacy thanks to Niacinamide
✅ Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage
✅ Potentially soothing, as it contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, specifically Niacinamide
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ Only if used as a standalone moisturizer - it needs to be paired with occlusives to seal in humectants
   

Summary: STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask
, when used alone, delivers lightweight, humectant-rich moisturizing, making it ideal for oily skin. As part of a moisturizing routine, it provides a humectant boost, beneficial for all skin types.
 
STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask contains ingredients with solid, robust evidence of anti-wrinkle efficacy, in concentrations that may deliver a noticeable anti-wrinkle effect.
 
Rich in antioxidants, STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask helps protect against free radical damage and offers multiple benefits for all skin types, including preventing premature aging, defending against environmental damage, and calming inflammation. This product is also formulated with a high concentration of soothing ingredients, offering the potential to calm and comfort irritated skin. Whether you’re experiencing redness, irritation, or general sensitivity, its soothing properties may help restore balance and provide relief.
 
That said, there are some things about STARSKIN After Party Bio-Cellulose Brightening Face Mask worth noting.
 
Looking at its moisturizing profile, we found that it doesn’t contain any occlusive ingredients, potentially allowing the moisture attracted to the skin by humectants to evaporate. Therefore, if it’s used as the only moisturizer in a routine, it’s recommended to pair it with one that contains at least some occlusive ingredients, such as oils, butters, or silicones.
 
📌 Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the efficacy or safety of any product, as individual results may vary.

 

Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Butylene Glycol
Function:
Origin:
Glycerin
Function:
Origin:
Niacinamide
Function:
Origin:
1,2-Hexanediol
Function:
Origin:
Lactobacillus/Leuconostoc/Coconut Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate
Function:
Origin:
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Function:
Origin:
Betaine
Function:
Origin:
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Function:
Origin:
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Function:
Origin:
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
Function:
Origin:
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Function:
Origin:
Saururus Chinensis Extract
Function:
Origin:
Xanthan Gum
Function:
Origin:
Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Function:
Origin:
Ethylhexylglycerin
Function:
Origin:
Ledum Palustre Extract
Function:
Origin:
Achillea Millefolium Extract
Function:
Origin:
Ecklonia Cava Extract
Function:
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Caprylyl Glycol
Function:
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Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Function:
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Fragrance
Function:
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Gentiana Lutea Root Extract
Function:
Origin:
Artemisia Absinthium Extract
Function:
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Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract
Function:
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Alcohol
Function:
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Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Extract
Function:
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Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Function:
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Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract
Function:
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Primula Veris Extract
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Veronica Officinalis Extract
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Acetyl Tetrapeptide-40
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
16.7
6
4
3
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 16.7 10
10.0
6
4
3
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
4
3
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 16.7 10
10
All humectants
16.7
6
4
3
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 3 4.5
Total
4.5
Niacinamide
4.5
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
3
Anti-wrinkle rating
4.5
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
3
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 6.4 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
6.4
Niacinamide
3
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
1.3
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
0.3
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
0.3
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
0.3
Ecklonia Cava Extract
0.3
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
0.3
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract
0.3
Veronica Officinalis Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
3
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 7 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
7
3
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Niacinamide
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Lactobacillus/Leuconostoc/Coconut Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Leuconostoc/Coconut Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Betaine
Est. %1
Function
Origin
BetaineAn ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerAn emulsion stabilizer and thickener that helps to create a pleasant, satiny, and light formula texture. It works by forming a gel-like network within water or oil, which both stabilizes other ingredients and produces a thickening effect.
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Houttuynia Cordata ExtractAn extract from a herbaceous plant fish leaf. It contains various antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds. It shows interesting antimicrobial potential due to its unique phytochemical composition.
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) ExtractAn antioxidant extract from sugar maple bark and sap – the same sweet sap used to make maple syrup. It has a faint vanilla smell and is used in skincare for its exfoliating properties. This is because of the small sugar crystals present in the extract.
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Portulaca Oleracea ExtractDerived from green or common purslane, this moisturizing extract is particularly rich in alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid, and contains antioxidant glutathione and vitamin E. As a herbal medicine, it is believed to treat headaches and inflammation.
Saururus Chinensis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Saururus Chinensis ExtractA soothing extract derived from a plant called Asian lizard's tail. It contains promising anti-pigment lignans.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Artemisia Capillaris Flower ExtractA soothing flower extract derived from Chinese wormwood and aimed at sensitive skin.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Ledum Palustre Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ledum Palustre Extract
Achillea Millefolium Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Achillea Millefolium ExtractAn extract obtained from the common yarrow. It is full of astringent and anti-inflammatory phytochemicals that help with inflamed skin and wound healing, have soothing and refreshing effects on the skin, and give the product a fresh, green, and spicy scent.
Ecklonia Cava Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ecklonia Cava ExtractExtracted from the alga species - Ecklonia cava - it contains antioxidant algal phlorotannins and a humectant moisturizing algal polysaccharide called fucoidan.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Arnica Montana Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flower heads of the mountain arnica plant. This plant is used as herbal medicine to treat wounds, bruises, and inflammation. In skincare, however, it is mostly added for fragrance purposes due to its pleasant pine and sage odor.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Gentiana Lutea Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Gentiana Lutea Root ExtractA fragrant extract from the roots of the great yellow gentian. It contains some of the most bitter compounds (amarogentin and gentiopicrin) and has a spicy, earthy scent with a hint of citrus.
Artemisia Absinthium Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Artemisia Absinthium ExtractAn antioxidant and soothing wormwood extract with a cooling, pine-like aroma. It contains fragrant essential oil along with flavonoids and terpenes.
Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Alchemilla Vulgaris ExtractA soothing extract that is derived from the lady's mantle plant. It contains plenty of astringent tannins and certain anti-inflammatory compounds.
Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AlcoholAn effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) ExtractA vibrant, purple extract obtained from the dark flowers of common mallow. Its main active ingredient is an emollient and soothing thick mucilage.
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melissa Officinalis Leaf ExtractA fragrant extract derived from lemon balm leaves with antioxidant and antiviral flavonoids and terpenes. It has a lovely, fresh, lemon-like scent.
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf ExtractA fragrant extract derived from the leaves of peppermint. It contains a pleasant-smelling essential oil, as well as plenty of antioxidant flavonoids, terpenes, and phenolic acids.
Primula Veris Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Primula Veris ExtractDerived from either the root or flower of the cowslip primrose, this soothing extract contains anti-inflammatory triterpene saponins and phenolic acids.
Veronica Officinalis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Veronica Officinalis ExtractAn antioxidant extract obtained from a native European flowering plant called heath speedwell, otherwise known as Paul's betony.
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-40
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-40