Qu Ban Mian Mo Brightening Mask

Dermatology M

We call this our non-laser "laser" because it makes skin look lasered without harsh acids or downtime - just the power of Chinese herbs.

1.7 oz / 50 mL

A bit messier than a sheet mask and will stain a towel, but this all-herbal results-driven approach is surprisingly effective for:

Resurfacing and evening skin tone: Removes dead cell buildup from skin without stripping moisture. Skin looks exfoliated and renewed as if you had a laser or strong acid peel, but didn't.

    Helps Fade Hyperpigmentation + Melasma. Chinese herbs in formulation target:

    • Disperses stagnation in superficial skin layers
    • Cools heat + calms inflammatory patterns that trigger excess melanin
    • Fades discoloration through energy activation of cells and circulation

    Exfoliates Without Compromising Your Barrier For folks with sensitive skin, exfoliants can often dry the skin. This mask clears stagnation + buildup while preserving moisture reserves (which is critical as skin turnover slows with age).

    This Mask Is Great For Those With:

    • Stubborn melasma unresponsive to other topicals 
    • Hyperpigmentation, dark spots, uneven tone
    • Dull, tired-looking skin
    • Anyone who wants exfoliation without acid damage

    Keep in mind melasma can be a stubborn condition requiring internal balancing. For advanced cases of melasma and pigmentation, we offer a full herbal consult program by trained and licensed TCM Dermatology practitioners. Email us for more info!

    How To Use

    For a weekly skin reset:

    Do a spot test (3–5 minutes) if you’re sensitive. Apply a solid layer after cleansing, leave on for 20–30 minutes. Rinse off thoroughly. (Wet + hot towel works best, or in shower) Follow with hydration and moisturizer. Use 1–2x a week.

    For light to moderate melasma/hyperpigmentation:

    Use mask as instructed above for 2–3x weekly. Be consistent.

    For dark, stubborn melasma:

    Use daily for 1–2 weeks, then taper down to 2–3x weekly. If that’s not enough, try leaving on overnight 2–3x a week (but protect your pillowcase!). More persistent melasma may require a combo of internal balancing, which we also offer.

    For support using this mask, please email us.


    Ingredients

    Aqua (Water), Sesamum indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Ricinus communis (Castor) Seed oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea) Nut Butter, Atractylodes macrocephala (Bai Zu) Root Powder, Angelica sinensis (Dang Gui) Root Powder, Angelica dahurica (Bai Zhi) Root Powder, Bletilla striata (Bai Ji) Tuber Powder, Poria cocos (Fu Ling), Ampelopsis japonica (Bai Lian) Root Powder, Rosa rugose (Mei Gui Hua) Flower Powder, Arnebia euchroma (Ruan Zi Cao) Root Powder, Hydroxystearyl Alcohol, Hydroxystearyl Glucoside, C14-22 Alkyl Alcohol, C12-20 Alkyl Glycoside, Cetyl Alcohol, Arnebia euchroma (Ruan Zi Cao) Extract, Cocoamidopropyl Betaine, Polysorbate 20 (Tween20), Polysorbate 80 (Tween80), Xanthan Gum, Symphytum officinale (Comfrey) Leaf Glycerol Extract, Calendula officinalis (Jin Zhan Hua) Flower CO2 Extract, D-Panthenol, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit and Leaf Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar maple) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Bitter orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Propylene Glycol, Urea, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Oleth-20, Asparagus Officinalis Root Extract, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbitol, Aloe barbadensis (Aloe Vera) leaf extract, Borneol (Bing Pian), Aniba Rosaeodora Amazonica (Rosewood) Essential Oil, Cedrus atlantica (cedar)Bark Essential Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin