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Hanyul Yuja Brightening 2-in-1 Mask to Foam Cleanser with Vitamin C + Niacinamide

This dual-action product works as both a daily cleanser and a weekly mask, delivering a potent dose of brightening and smoothing ingredients. It's designed to tackle dullness, uneven texture, and tone while maintaining skin hydration.

Sephora price

$22.00

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Sephora reviews

4.9 / 5

About 318 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Yuja, Vitamin C, Niacinamide, and Glutathione: Visibly brighten and even tone.Seven Types of Ceramides and Five Types of Hyaluronic Acid: For a non-stripping, nourishing cleanse.Yuja Seed Powder and LHA/AHA/PHA: Gently smooth and exfoliate excess dead skin cells.Uneven TextureUneven Skin ToneDullness

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Glass take

4.9 / 5 overall fit

A high-performing cleanser that doubles as a gentle mask, offering a bright, smooth, and non-stripping cleanse for most skin types.

Hanyul Yuja Brightening 2-in-1 Mask to Foam Cleanser with Vitamin C + Niacinamide

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

An all-in-one cleanser and mask infused with Yuja, vitamin C, ceramides, and LHA/AHA/PHA for a gently smoothing, non-stripping, radiance-boosting cleanse.

NormalDryCombinationand OilyUneven TextureUneven Skin ToneDullness

As a Mask to Foam:

Apply a thin layer all over dry face.

Wait one to two minutes, then massage into skin and observe the texture transform to a creamy consistency.

Add water to turn into a milky lather and rinse.

Try two to three times a week for regular smoothing and radiance boosting care.

As a Daily Cleanser:

Squeeze desired amount onto palms to create a rich lather to cleanse skin, day and night.

Tip for Double Cleansing:

Use one to two pumps of the Artemisia Soothing Cleansing Oil (sold separately) on dry skin and massage to melt away heavier or waterproof makeup.

Add water to emulsify into a milk, then rinse.

Follow with Yuja Brightening 2-in-1 Mask to Foam Cleanser.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A well-formulated cleanser that excels at its primary job while offering added benefits of gentle exfoliation and brightening. Its multi-tasking nature makes it a convenient addition to most routines, especially for those targeting dullness and texture.

Radiance Boost

Many users love how this product leaves their skin looking brighter and more luminous after just a few uses, making it a go-to for combating dullness.

Smooth Texture

The combination of physical (Yuja seed powder) and chemical exfoliants (LHA/AHA/PHA) effectively refines skin texture, leaving it feeling noticeably smoother.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

All skin types, especially those concerned with dullness, uneven texture, and uneven skin tone.
Users looking for a multi-tasking cleanser.
Those seeking a gentle yet effective brightening treatment.

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You have extremely sensitive skin and react to exfoliants or fragrance.
You prefer a very simple, single-step cleansing routine.

Routine fit

How to fit it into your routine

Use as your first step in the morning or evening. As a mask, apply to dry skin and let sit for 1-2 minutes before massaging and rinsing. For daily cleansing, lather with water and cleanse as usual. It can also be used as the second step in a double cleanse routine.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

Dual-action mask and cleanser
Contains brightening agents like Vitamin C and Niacinamide
Formulated with multiple ceramides and hyaluronic acids for hydration
Gentle exfoliating properties
Suitable for most skin types

Where it starts to feel redundant

Contains fragrance (Limonene, Pinene)
May be redundant if you already use a separate exfoliating mask and cleanser.

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning or Night

This cleanser can be used both morning and night. As a mask, it's best used 2-3 times a week in the evening. As a daily cleanser, it fits seamlessly into either routine.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.9/ 5 overall

A high-performing cleanser that doubles as a gentle mask, offering a bright, smooth, and non-stripping cleanse for most skin types.

Cleansing Power

4.7 / 5

Effectively removes impurities without leaving skin feeling tight or dry.

Brightening Effect

4.5 / 5

Users report a noticeable improvement in skin radiance and tone with regular use.

Gentle Exfoliation

4.6 / 5

The blend of acids and powders provides a smooth texture without irritation for most.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water/Aqua/Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base liquid for the formulation.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Draws moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.

Usually helps with

Dryness, hydration

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Surfactant

Myristic Acid

Badness

3.0 / 10

A fatty acid that helps to create lather and cleanse the skin. Can be stripping in high concentrations.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

Potential dryness for very dry skin

Surfactant

Lauryl Hydroxysultaine

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild surfactant that helps to create foam and cleanse the skin.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

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pH Adjuster

Potassium Hydroxide

Badness

2.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the formula. Can be irritating in high concentrations.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

Watch for

Potential irritation

Surfactant

Lauric Acid

Badness

3.0 / 10

A fatty acid that contributes to cleansing and lather. Similar to myristic acid, can be stripping.

Usually helps with

Cleansing

Watch for

Potential dryness for very dry skin

Surfactant

Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild, plant-derived surfactant that creates lather and cleanses gently.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing

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Viscosity Adjuster

Sodium Chloride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to thicken the product.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Exfoliant

Silica

Badness

4.0 / 10

A fine particulate that provides gentle physical exfoliation.

Usually helps with

Texture refinement

Watch for

Can be too abrasive for very sensitive skin

Thickener

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Badness

0.0 / 10

A synthetic polymer used to thicken the product and improve its texture.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Exfoliant

Cellulose

Badness

3.0 / 10

A natural fiber that can provide mild physical exfoliation.

Usually helps with

Texture refinement

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Emulsifier

Trihydroxystearin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Fragrance

Citrus Junos Peel Oil

Badness

5.0 / 10

Provides a citrus scent and some antioxidant benefits. Contains limonene and pinene.

Usually helps with

Scent, antioxidant

Watch for

Potential photosensitivity and irritation for sensitive skin

Exfoliant

Citrus Junos Seed Powder

Badness

4.0 / 10

Finely ground seed powder for gentle physical exfoliation.

Usually helps with

Texture refinement

Watch for

Can be too abrasive for very sensitive skin

Emollient

Palmitic Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

A fatty acid that can help to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Emollience

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Emulsifier

Stearic Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

A fatty acid that helps to stabilize the emulsion and can have emollient properties.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability, emollience

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Conditioning Agent

Polyquaternium-7

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to condition the skin and hair.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

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Active

Niacinamide

Badness

2.0 / 10

Improves skin barrier, reduces inflammation, evens tone, and minimizes pores.

Usually helps with

Uneven tone, pores, barrier support

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Can cause temporary flushing or redness in some individuals

Thickener

Sodium Polyacrylate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to thicken the product.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Chelating Agent

Sodium Metaphosphate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability and performance of the formula.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Absorbent

Maltodextrin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Can help absorb excess oil.

Usually helps with

Oil control

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pH Adjuster

Citric Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to exfoliate the skin and adjust pH. Can be an irritant.

Usually helps with

Exfoliation, pH balance

Watch for

Potential irritation, sun sensitivity

Exfoliant

Gluconolactone

Badness

1.0 / 10

A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that provides gentle exfoliation and hydration. Less irritating than AHAs.

Usually helps with

Gentle exfoliation, hydration

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Preservative

Sodium Benzoate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common preservative to prevent microbial growth.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

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Can cause irritation in sensitive individuals

Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that also has preservative properties.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

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Humectant

Mannitol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A sugar alcohol that helps to attract and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emulsifier

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A derivative of lecithin that helps to stabilize emulsions and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Emulsion stability, skin conditioning

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Active

Ascorbic Acid

Badness

3.0 / 10

Pure Vitamin C. A potent antioxidant that brightens skin, fades dark spots, and boosts collagen. Can be unstable and irritating.

Usually helps with

Brightening, antioxidant

Watch for

Instability, potential irritation, photosensitivity

Active

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A stable, oil-soluble derivative of Vitamin C. Good for brightening and antioxidant protection.

Usually helps with

Brightening, antioxidant

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Antioxidant

Glutathione

Badness

2.0 / 10

A powerful antioxidant that can help to brighten and even skin tone.

Usually helps with

Brightening, antioxidant

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Emollient

Cetearyl Alcohol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin. Not drying like some other alcohols.

Usually helps with

Emollience, texture

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Soothing Agent

Ammonium Glycyrrhizate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Derived from licorice root, it has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, anti-inflammatory

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Antioxidant

Bioflavonoids

Badness

1.0 / 10

Plant compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

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Emollient

Glycine Max (Soybean) Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-based oil that moisturizes and softens the skin.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, emollience

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Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A gentle emulsifier derived from plant sources.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Active

Ceramide NP

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-identical lipid that helps to restore and maintain the skin's barrier function.

Usually helps with

Barrier repair, hydration

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Emollient

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A rich emollient oil with linoleic acid, beneficial for dry and compromised skin.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, barrier support

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Humectant

Propanediol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that enhances the absorption of other ingredients and provides hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, solvent

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Antioxidant

Beta-Carotene

Badness

1.0 / 10

A precursor to Vitamin A, with antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant

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Active

Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

Badness

3.0 / 10

A lipo-hydroxy acid (LHA) that exfoliates and helps to unclog pores. It's oil-soluble and gentler than salicylic acid.

Usually helps with

Pore clearing, exfoliation

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Potential irritation for sensitive skin

Active

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A salt form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and retains moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Antioxidant

Caffeine

Badness

2.0 / 10

Can help to temporarily reduce puffiness and improve skin's appearance.

Usually helps with

Depuffing, antioxidant

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Active

Zinc Gluconate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A form of zinc that can help to regulate oil production and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Oil control, anti-inflammatory

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Active

Phytosphingosine

Badness

2.0 / 10

A lipid that helps to restore the skin barrier and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Barrier repair, anti-inflammatory

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Soothing Agent

Citrus Junos Fruit Water

Badness

1.0 / 10

Water derived from Yuja fruit, providing soothing and antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Soothing, antioxidant

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Soothing Agent

Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, can help soothe skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing, anti-inflammatory

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Active

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

Smaller molecules of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for hydration.

Usually helps with

Deep hydration

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Active

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Badness

1.0 / 10

A cross-linked form of hyaluronic acid that provides long-lasting hydration and forms a protective film on the skin.

Usually helps with

Long-lasting hydration

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Active

Ceramide NS

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-identical lipid that helps to reinforce the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Barrier repair

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Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that helps to improve product texture and deliver other ingredients.

Usually helps with

Hydration, solvent

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Active

Hyaluronic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A powerful humectant that attracts and holds moisture in the skin, plumping and hydrating.

Usually helps with

Hydration, plumping

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Emollient

Cholesterol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A lipid that helps to support the skin barrier and improve moisture retention.

Usually helps with

Barrier support, emollience

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Preservative

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent and preservative that enhances the efficacy of other preservatives.

Usually helps with

Preservation, skin conditioning

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Active

Ceramide AP

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-identical lipid that helps to strengthen the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss.

Usually helps with

Barrier repair, hydration

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Active

Ceramide AS

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-identical lipid that contributes to the skin's barrier function.

Usually helps with

Barrier support

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Emollient

Canola Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A moisturizing oil rich in fatty acids.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing

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Antioxidant

Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant

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Active

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A derivative of hyaluronic acid that offers excellent hydration and skin conditioning.

Usually helps with

Hydration, skin conditioning

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Emollient

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A nourishing oil rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, antioxidant

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Active

Ceramide EOP

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-identical lipid that is crucial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Barrier repair

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Fragrance

Limonene

Badness

6.0 / 10

A common fragrance component derived from citrus. Can be a skin irritant and potential allergen.

Usually helps with

Scent

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Irritation, allergic reactions, photosensitivity

Fragrance

Pinene

Badness

5.0 / 10

A component of pine oil, used for fragrance. Can be a potential irritant.

Usually helps with

Scent

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Potential irritation

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Can this be used daily?

Yes, it can be used daily as a cleanser. For its mask function, it is recommended 2-3 times a week.

Is this suitable for sensitive skin?

While it contains gentle exfoliants and soothing ingredients, it also has fragrance components (limonene, pinene) which can be irritating for some sensitive skin types. Patch testing is recommended.

What is the difference between the mask and cleanser function?

As a mask, it's applied to dry skin and left for a minute or two to allow the active ingredients to work before massaging and rinsing. As a cleanser, it's lathered with water and used to wash the face.

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