from: 

https://olive-talk.com/talk/r/MtQE4MK/i-bought-a-yellow-face-mask-in-seoul-and-it-made-me-look-like-a-minion-but-my-skin-is-thankful
https://olive-talk.com/talk/r/DM5uJq0/12-hours-later-the-yellow-mask-that-actually-worked

About a month ago, I was in Kyoto after a whirlwind trip through Seoul, cracking up at my reflection in a hotel mirror. I looked like a banana cartoon character, thanks to the bright yellow mask I had just slapped on my face. That was the numbuzin No.5 Glutathione C-Fizzing Mask, which I bought on a whim at Olive Young because a store employee swore it would save my travel-wrecked skin.

Fast forward to now. I’m back in New York, where the air is dry, the radiators are savage, and my skin has gone right back to being fussy. I couldn’t stop thinking about that mask. The hydration. The glow. The fact that it didn’t irritate my skin even a little. So I started hunting it down, determined to see if it was really as magical as I remembered or if I had just fallen for it during peak post-travel desperation.

After some serious scrolling, I found it on Stylevana. None of the local stores had it, not even the K-beauty shelves at H-Mart in Koreatown. Amazon listings were too sketchy, and honestly, I’ve been burned by fake masks before. Stylevana had the real deal though — a 4-pack for around 14 dollars and change, plus shipping. It took almost two weeks to arrive in New York, which wasn’t ideal, but I was too excited to care.

The packaging was exactly the same as I remembered, all sunny and cheerful with that little sprinkle of powder inside each pouch. I used it again on a random Wednesday night after a stressful day and way too much caffeine. My skin was dull and looked like it had lost the will to live. I cleansed, skipped my usual toner, and went straight in with the mask.

Once again, it felt like the weirdest, most satisfying thing. The yellow sheet looked borderline hilarious, but I kind of love that now. It clings well, and unlike some slippery masks, it doesn’t slide off my face while I multitask. The serum is thick but not sticky, and when I took it off, my skin already felt calmer. The redness I had on my cheeks was gone, and my face felt soothed and just... happy.

The next morning sealed the deal. My face was smooth, not greasy. Glowy, not shiny. There were no dry flakes, and my makeup looked miles better than it had all week. Honestly, my skin hasn’t looked that refreshed in weeks, and this time I wasn’t jetlagged or on vacation. It was just a good mask.

I’ve tried a lot of sheet masks, and very few have made it into my regular routine. Most of the time, I’ll use one and forget about it. This one, though? It stuck with me. I remembered exactly how my skin felt after using it the first time, and now, a full month later, it delivered the same results again.

Here’s why I had to repurchase it.

① It instantly calms and hydrates my skin in a noticeable way
② My face looks brighter and more even-toned the next morning
③ It works well with my sensitive, combination skin without irritation
④ The serum texture is thick enough to feel rich but doesn’t clog pores
⑤ The hydration lasts beyond just one night

That said, it’s not perfect.

① It’s hard to find locally in the U.S., and international shipping can be slow
② The price adds up once you factor in shipping, especially for a 4-pack
③ The powdery texture of the mask is still a little awkward to unfold

Even with those downsides, I don’t regret buying it again. I actually wish I had bought two boxes, because I’m going through them faster than expected. It’s the kind of product that makes me feel like I’m treating my skin, not just covering it in serum for 15 minutes and hoping for the best.

There’s something very satisfying about rediscovering a product and realizing it wasn’t just a vacation fluke. This mask genuinely works for me, even when I’m back in my regular life with all its stress, dryness, and urban air. And honestly, that consistency is rare. My skin is brighter, calmer, and looks more alive every time I use it.

If you’re in the U.S. and trying to find a face mask that actually delivers hydration and a subtle glow without being overly sticky or fragranced, I’d highly recommend tracking this one down. It may take a bit of extra effort to get your hands on it, but trust me, once you see your skin the next morning, you’ll understand why I went back for more.