Sustainable sheet masking with TO DO LIST Honey Glow Mask

I’m a fan of sheet masking, and have been since middle school, a habit I picked up while living in Taiwan. But I know some people aren’t fans, and their reasons are that sheet masking is 1) expensive af 2) wasteful. Fair enough.

Well what if I told you there was a sheet mask that cost $1 per mask, more sustainable, and still effective? Yes the perfect trifecta of sheet masking does exist and it’s the TO DO LIST Honey Glow Mask.

Overview

What is it
Packed with our exclusive lush blend of honey, propolis, and hyaluronic acid, honey glow mask helps achieve healthy and radiantly glowing skin in 30 days. 

Best suited for
All skin types that want to add some extra hydration and glow to their skincare routine without going broke.

Things to note
Alcohol free, fragrance free, and cruelty free!

Packaging
A white plastic case with an inner resealable opening. Includes a pair of plastic tweezers to remove the individual masks. The tweezers clip in place on the inside of the lid so you won’t lose it.

Scent
Has a faint chemical-like smell from the ingredients since there’s no artificial fragrance or essential oils to mask this. But it’s not offensive and goes away after a couple seconds. By mask 5+ in the box I don’t even notice it anymore.

Texture
The mask feels soft and substantial so you don’t have to worry about it ripping. Each one holds a decent amount of water-like essence, and there’s no issues with drippage.

Wear time
10 to 15 minutes.

Finish
Skin feels hydrated and has a subtle glow. There’s no residual essence or any tackiness.

Price & Size
$35 for 1 pack (30 sheets) on Amazon (20% off until 03/23 with code 20OFFJENNY), also coming soon to spas across the US!

Product Demo

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TO DO LIST Honey Glow Mask Ingredient List

As far as ingredients go TO DO LIST has included some fantastic ones:

• Honey – An ingredient that’s been in use for thousands of years, with modern research showing moisturizing, antioxidant, antibacterial, and skin soothing benefits. One of my favorites for a reason!¹
• Propolis – Also sourced from bees, it’s well known for its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties.²
• Adenosine – A multipurpose ingredient that can help with wound healing, barrier health, and even collagen production!⁸
• Allantoin – A commonly found skin soothing ingredient. Dermatologist  Dr. Jarrod Frank recommends it to those with irritated or inflamed skin, especially from using actives like acids or retinol.
• Humectants like Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, and Trehalose. They keep the skin hydrated by drawing and retaining moisture on the skin.
• Emollients like Olive Oil, Shea Butter, Squalane, Cholesterol, and Ceramide. These play a crucial role in maintaining our skin barrier health and keeping our skin soft and smooth.³

In their latest reformulation, they’ve also included their proprietary Bium Concentrate, which is a blend of the following:

• Ginseng Extract – A popular ingredient in Korean skincare, there’s evidence to show that it can help prevent hyperpigmentation, photoaging, and improve fine lines and wrinkles.^4,5 
• Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide – Mainly functions as a humectant but can also help protect against UVA damage.⁶
• Green Tea Extract – A well-researched antioxidant with anti-inflammatory benefits. Its main active component EGCG has also been found to fade discoloration by helping reduce the production of melanin.⁷

Most of the ingredients are beneficial to the skin, with the rest being emulsifiers and solvents. You won’t find anything harsh in here, and that’s because the founder, licensed pharmacist Minji Kim, suffered from psoriasis herself and wanted to create a product that even her sensitive skin could use and benefit from. But of course, your mileage may vary, so always patch test first!

Usage Experience & Results

I consider myself a bit of a sheet masking snob, and have several single pack masks that I already enjoy using. However my experience with multi-pack masks range from meh to what is this crap. So when I tried the original version of the TO DO LIST Honey Glow Mask years ago, imagine my surprise to find that it’s actually good.

Let’s talk about positives. It doesn’t drip all over the place. I know we all want to get a bang for our buck but when masks hold too much essence, you just end up with the extra on your clothes. Not cute. Plus, our skin can only absorb so much product anyways. With this mask my skin actually absorbs all the essence, so there’s no film left afterwards.

Second, I love that it just takes 10 minutes per mask, which actually makes it feasible to wear in the morning. Not only does the masking action help with previous product absorption, the extra hydration is great before applying makeup!

Result wise you get the added hydration plus a subtle glow to the skin. It’s not going to wow you like individual sheet masks, but that initial “wow” is temporary anyways. The gentle formula of the TO DO LIST means you can actually use it more frequently, so you can get the cumulative effects of all the great ingredients.

With that said, the results are like a double edged sword. Sometimes I sheet masks specifically for that temporary WOW effect, especially before a big event. If that’s your goal, you’re better off with a traditional single use mask.

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Another issue I found was the fit. The forehead and nose areas were on the smaller side, while extra material bunched up around the mouth area. This results in uneven drying time, though I still get at least 10 minutes of use per mask.

Also I’ve had a few masks where the holes weren’t completely cut, and I had to manually remove the extra material. It actually worked out because I could add those extra pieces that could use more hydration, like under the eyes.

Similar Products

Lululun Over 45 Sheet Mask
Reviewed here. Provides similar moisturizing results at around the same price point. Love the plush yet stretchy material, the fit of the Lululun is noticeably better. However the ingredients aren’t as great, so it depends on what you value. Can’t go wrong with either!

Medicube Super Cica Daily Quick Masks
Comes in a similar packaging but the cotton feels slightly thinner. Similar fit and wear time, and this one feels more soothing than moisturizing. It’s not bad, but I personally prefer TO DO LIST.

Keana Nadeshiko Rice Mask
Reviewed here. I remember this had all sorts of “bestseller” and “#1” signs at the drugstore in Japan, which is why I bought it. It’s essence rich and stayed moist for 40+ minutes, but the fabric was thin and ripped easily, which is surprising considering how much essence it could hold. Didn’t do much besides basic hydration though, and the resealable bag packaging is poorly designed.

Jumiso Water Splash Mask
While individually packed, these are also $1 per mask and the results rival high end brands. Super soft material and your skin will look incredible afterwards, even if it’s just temporary.

My Beauty Diary Imperial Bird Nest Mask
The og sheet mask brand, and this version is still one of my favorites to date. Super thin mask that molds perfectly to your skin, this will stay moist for at least 30+ minutes, though it can be drippy. Leaves my skin so nourished and bright every time. Individually packaged.

Final Verdict