Cactox Cooling V-UP Mask Set (4 Sheets)

Dr.Melaxin Cactox Cooling V-UP Mask Set (4 Sheets) is an elasticity-focused hydrogel lifting mask designed to combine physical jawline support with cooling, hydrating and de-puffing skincare. The formula features Caffeine, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Niacinamide, Adenosine, five forms of Hyaluronic Acid and six clearly named peptides, together with Opuntia Ficus-Indica cactus extracts. Its high-elastic lifting design helps temporarily create a more defined-looking V-line while the cooling essence helps reduce the appearance of facial puffiness.

Benefits:

• Provides temporary physical lifting: The high-elastic mask stretches from the chin toward the ears to provide mechanical support while worn, helping the jawline appear more defined immediately after use.
• Helps reduce visible puffiness: Caffeine and the cooling effect of Menthyl Lactate help tired or puffy-looking skin appear fresher and more sculpted.
• Supports a firmer-looking jawline: Adenosine, six peptides and conditioning ingredients complement the mask’s physical lifting effect to support the appearance of elasticity.
• Provides an immediate cooling sensation: Menthyl Lactate produces a refreshing cooling effect without relying on menthol itself.
• Supports lasting hydration: Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol and five forms of Hyaluronic Acid help attract and retain moisture.
• Temporarily plumps the skin: Hydrolyzed Collagen and multiple humectants condition the surface of the skin, helping it appear smoother and more supple.
• Helps improve dull-looking skin: Niacinamide supports a brighter, more even-looking complexion.
• Supports smoother-looking skin: Adenosine and the peptide complex help improve the appearance of fine lines and loss of firmness.
• Provides soothing care: Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract and Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate help support skin comfort.
• Ideal before special occasions: The combination of cooling, hydration and physical compression makes the mask particularly useful when facial puffiness makes the lower face appear less defined.

Skin Types: Normal • Dry • Dehydrated • Combination • Oily • Mature skin • Sensitive skin that tolerates fragrance, cooling agents and Retinol
Skin Concerns: Facial puffiness • Sagging-looking skin • Loss of firmness • Less-defined jawline • Dehydration • Fine lines • Dullness • Rough texture

Clinical Results:

• The supplied product information reports up to 115.49% improvement in lifting of the jaw and chin area.
• No testing institution, number of participants, test duration, measurement method or exact assessment conditions were supplied.
• The reported result should therefore be interpreted as manufacturer-supplied clinical information rather than evidence that the mask permanently changes facial structure.
• Any visible V-line, lifting or de-puffing effect from the elastic mask and cooling action is expected to be temporary.
• Individual results may vary.

Formula Notes:

• Physical lifting effect: The elastic band can temporarily compress and support the lower face while worn. It does not permanently reshape the jaw or remove submental fat.
• Double-chin claims: The supplied marketing information describes a reduction in the appearance of a double chin. This should be understood as a temporary visual effect related to lifting, cooling and reduced puffiness rather than permanent fat reduction.
• Cactox Elixir: The supplied description refers to a proprietary Cactox Elixir and cactus-derived mucilage. The INCI contains Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem, Fruit and Flower Extracts together with Lactobacillus Ferment, but “Cactox Elixir” and “cactus mucilage” are not separately identified INCI ingredients, so their exact proprietary composition cannot be confirmed from the ingredient list alone.
• Collagen: Hydrolyzed Collagen is present. Topical Collagen primarily hydrates, conditions and forms a film on the skin’s surface; it does not replace the skin’s natural dermal collagen.
• Retinol: Retinol is present in the supplied INCI. The percentage is not supplied, so its concentration cannot be determined from the ingredient list.
• Peptide complex: Six clearly named peptides are present: Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-9, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tripeptide-1 and Copper Tripeptide-1.
• Hyaluronic Acid complex: Five clearly named forms are present: Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate.
• Fragrance: Fragrance/Parfum is listed in the supplied INCI, so the mask is not fragrance-free.
• Fragrance components: Citronellol, Terpineol, Amyl Cinnamal, Eugenol, Hexyl Cinnamal and Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate are also listed near the end of the supplied INCI.
• Cooling agent: Menthyl Lactate is present and is responsible for part of the cooling sensation.
• Pore claims: The supplied marketing information also refers to pore tightening. The mask may help pores appear less noticeable through hydration, cooling and temporary skin tightening, but it cannot permanently shrink pores.

How to Use:

1. After cleansing and applying any lightweight toner or serum, remove one V-lifting mask from its packaging.
2. Position the center of the lifting band beneath the chin.
3. Stretch the mask gently upward and secure each side around the ears according to the shape of the band.
4. Leave in place for 30–60 minutes as directed.
5. Remove the mask gently and pat any remaining essence into the skin.
6. Do not leave the mask on until it becomes completely dry.
7. Because Retinol is present, evening use is preferable, especially for skin that is new to retinoids.
8. If you do not already use retinoids regularly, begin with approximately 2–3 applications per week rather than combining the mask with multiple retinoid products in the same routine.
9. Avoid using on broken, irritated or freshly exfoliated skin.
10. Avoid combining on the same evening with another Retinol, Retinal, strong leave-on AHA/BHA exfoliant or other potentially irritating treatment if your skin is sensitive.
11. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning while Retinol forms part of your skincare routine.
12. Avoid Retinol-containing products during pregnancy. During breastfeeding, discuss Retinol use with your doctor.

Key Ingredients:

• Caffeine: Helps reduce the appearance of puffiness and supports a fresher, more defined-looking facial contour.
• Hydrolyzed Collagen: Conditions the skin and helps improve surface softness, hydration and temporary plumpness.
• Niacinamide: Helps brighten dull-looking skin, support the skin barrier and improve the appearance of uneven tone.
• Adenosine: Helps improve the appearance of fine lines and skin elasticity.
• Retinol: A Vitamin A derivative that supports smoother-looking skin and helps improve the appearance of fine lines and uneven texture with appropriate use.
• 6 Peptides: Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-9, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tripeptide-1 and Copper Tripeptide-1 support smoother and firmer-looking skin.
• 5 Forms of Hyaluronic Acid: Multiple Hyaluronic Acid derivatives help support hydration and a temporarily plumper appearance.
• Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extracts: Cactus Stem, Fruit and Flower Extracts provide botanical skin-conditioning and antioxidant support.
• Menthyl Lactate: Provides a refreshing cooling sensation that complements the mask’s de-puffing effect.
• Panthenol: Helps moisturize and maintain skin comfort.
• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract: Provides hydrating and soothing skin-conditioning care.
• Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate: A Licorice-derived ingredient that helps support skin comfort and reduce the appearance of irritation.
• Tocopherol: Vitamin E that provides antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Ingredients:

Water/Aqua, Glycerin, Sodium Polyacrylate, Dipropylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Agar, Polyacrylic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Methylpropanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Aluminum Glycinate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Tartaric Acid, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Menthyl Lactate, Adenosine, Fragrance/Parfum, Allium Cepa (Onion) Bulb Extract, Garcinia Cambogia Fruit Extract, Caffeine, Carnitine, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Bioflavonoids, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Extract, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Apium Graveolens (Celery) Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-9, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tripeptide-1, Copper Tripeptide-1, \*Citronellol, \*Terpineol, \*Amyl Cinnamal, \*\*Eugenol, \*Hexyl Cinnamal, \*Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate

FAQ:

Q: What does Dr.Melaxin Cactox Cooling V-UP Mask do?
A: It combines an elastic lifting band with a cooling, hydrating essence to temporarily help the jawline appear more defined while reducing the appearance of facial puffiness.

Q: Does the mask really lift the jawline?
A: The elastic material provides physical upward support while worn, which can temporarily make the lower face and jawline appear more defined. It does not permanently alter facial structure.

Q: Does it remove a double chin?
A: No. It does not remove submental fat. Cooling, compression and reduced puffiness may temporarily make the area beneath the chin appear more defined.

Q: Can it permanently reshape my face into a V-line?
A: No. The V-line effect is cosmetic and temporary. Facial bone structure and fat distribution cannot be permanently changed by a sheet mask.

Q: What does the reported 115.49% lifting result mean?
A: The supplied product information reports up to 115.49% improvement in lifting of the jaw and chin area. However, no participant number, testing institution, duration or measurement methodology was provided, so the figure should be interpreted cautiously.

Q: Are the lifting results permanent?
A: No. The mask’s physical compression, hydration and cooling effects are expected to provide temporary visible improvement rather than permanent structural lifting.

Q: How long should I leave the mask on?
A: Leave it on for approximately 30–60 minutes according to the supplied directions.

Q: Should I leave it on until it dries completely?
A: No. Remove it within the recommended 30–60 minute period rather than waiting until the mask becomes completely dry.

Q: When is the best time to use it?
A: It is particularly useful when your face looks puffy, before makeup or special occasions, or as part of an evening firming and hydration routine.

Q: Can I use it in the morning for puffiness?
A: Yes. Its cooling and compression effects can be useful when the face appears puffy in the morning. Because Retinol is present, apply sunscreen afterwards and consider evening use if your skin is sensitive to retinoids.

Q: Can I use it at night?
A: Yes. Evening use is particularly appropriate because the formula contains Retinol.

Q: Does the mask contain Retinol?
A: Yes. Retinol is clearly listed in the supplied INCI.

Q: What percentage of Retinol does it contain?
A: The supplied information does not provide a Retinol percentage, and its exact concentration cannot be determined from the INCI alone.

Q: How often can I use it?
A: If your skin already tolerates Retinol well, frequency can be adjusted according to comfort. If you are new to retinoids, beginning around 2–3 times per week is a more cautious approach.

Q: Can I use this mask every day?
A: Daily use may not be necessary because Retinol is present. Skin that is new to Retinol or easily irritated should use it less frequently and increase only if well tolerated.

Q: Can I use it with another Retinol or Retinal product?
A: Avoid layering multiple retinoids in the same routine unless you already know your skin tolerates them well. Using more than one retinoid can increase dryness and irritation without necessarily improving results.

Q: Can I use it with AHA or BHA exfoliants?
A: Sensitive or retinoid-new skin should avoid combining the mask with strong leave-on acids on the same evening. Alternating them can help reduce the risk of irritation.

Q: Can I use it with Vitamin C?
A: Yes, but if you use an acidic Vitamin C formula and your skin is sensitive, using Vitamin C in the morning and the mask at night may be more comfortable.

Q: Can I use it with Niacinamide?
A: Yes. The mask itself already contains Niacinamide, so an additional Niacinamide serum is optional rather than necessary.

Q: Do I need sunscreen after using it?
A: Yes. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is recommended whenever Retinol forms part of your skincare routine.

Q: Can I use this mask during pregnancy?
A: No. Retinol is listed in the formula, and topical retinoids are generally avoided during pregnancy.

Q: Can I use it while breastfeeding?
A: Because the formula contains Retinol, discuss use with your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Q: Does it contain collagen?
A: Yes. Hydrolyzed Collagen is listed in the INCI.

Q: Will the collagen rebuild collagen inside my skin?
A: Topical Hydrolyzed Collagen mainly hydrates and conditions the skin’s surface. It should not be described as directly replacing the skin’s natural dermal collagen.

Q: How many peptides does the mask contain?
A: Six clearly named peptides appear in the supplied INCI.

Q: Which peptides are included?
A: The formula contains Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-9, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tripeptide-1 and Copper Tripeptide-1.

Q: Does it contain Copper Peptide?
A: Yes. Copper Tripeptide-1 is listed in the ingredient list.

Q: How many forms of Hyaluronic Acid does it contain?
A: Five clearly named Hyaluronic Acid or hyaluronate forms are present.

Q: Which Hyaluronic Acid forms are included?
A: They are Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate.

Q: What provides the cooling effect?
A: Menthyl Lactate is listed in the INCI and provides a fresh, cooling skin sensation.

Q: Does cooling permanently tighten the skin?
A: No. Cooling can temporarily reduce the appearance of puffiness and make skin feel firmer, but it does not permanently tighten facial tissue.

Q: Does it contain caffeine?
A: Yes. Caffeine is listed and is particularly useful in cosmetic products designed to reduce the appearance of puffiness.

Q: What is Cactox Elixir?
A: The supplied product information describes Cactox Elixir as a cactus-derived complex associated with cooling, hydration and firmness care. The INCI contains three Opuntia Ficus-Indica extracts and Lactobacillus Ferment, but the exact proprietary Cactox Elixir composition cannot be confirmed from the INCI alone.

Q: Does it contain real cactus extracts?
A: Yes. Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Fruit Extract and Flower Extract are all listed.

Q: Is cactus mucilage listed in the INCI?
A: The supplied marketing information refers to cactus-derived mucilage, but no ingredient specifically named cactus mucilage appears in the INCI. Cactus extracts are present.

Q: Is the mask fragrance-free?
A: No. Fragrance/Parfum is listed in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: Does it contain fragrance allergens?
A: Citronellol, Terpineol, Amyl Cinnamal, Eugenol, Hexyl Cinnamal and Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate are listed near the end of the supplied INCI.

Q: Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
A: Sensitive skin may tolerate it, but the formula contains Retinol, Fragrance/Parfum, Menthyl Lactate and fragrance components. Patch testing and gradual introduction are advisable if your skin is reactive.

Q: Is it suitable for dry skin?
A: Yes. Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Collagen and five forms of Hyaluronic Acid provide substantial moisturizing and humectant support.

Q: Is it suitable for oily or combination skin?
A: Yes. The mask is not designed only for dry skin and can be useful for oily or combination skin when puffiness, dehydration or loss of firmness are concerns.

Q: Can acne-prone skin use it?
A: Acne-prone skin may use it if the formula is well tolerated, but it is not an acne treatment. Avoid applying it over severely inflamed, broken or irritated areas.

Q: Does it shrink pores?
A: It cannot permanently shrink pores. Cooling, hydration and temporary tightening can make pores appear less noticeable for a period after use.

Q: Should I use skincare underneath the mask?
A: A light toner or serum may be applied first, but avoid heavy layers that could make the lifting band slip. Strong Retinol, Retinal or exfoliating treatments are best avoided underneath it.

Q: Do I apply moisturizer after removing it?
A: If your skin feels sufficiently hydrated, moisturizer may not be necessary immediately. Dry skin can follow with a suitable moisturizer to help seal in hydration.

Q: Can I use the lifting band again?
A: The supplied product information includes a reuse tip suggesting that the V-Lifting Band can be sprayed with Dr.Melaxin CACTOX Jelly Serum Mist before reuse. Hygiene, material condition and the manufacturer’s packaging instructions should be considered before reusing any mask component.

Q: Is the mask good before makeup?
A: Yes. Its cooling, hydrating and de-puffing effects can make the skin appear fresher and the facial contour more defined before makeup. Allow any remaining essence to absorb fully before applying makeup.

Q: How many masks are included?
A: Dr.Melaxin Cactox Cooling V-UP Mask Set contains four sheet masks.

Q: Where can I buy Dr.Melaxin skincare in Cyprus?
A: You can find Dr.Melaxin Cactox Cooling V-UP Mask Set at Just Cosmetics, together with a curated selection of Korean Cosmetics in Cyprus.