Tonymoly Lab

Master Lab is TONYMOLY's single-ingredient mask format - each sheet mask is centred on one hero active (Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen, Charcoal, Centella Sika, EGF, or Multivitamin) at a higher concentration than would appear in a multi-ingredient standard mask. The single-active approach lets you target a specific skin concern precisely rather than applying a general-purpose mask.

Each mask sheet is saturated with the active serum and applies directly to the face for 15-20 minutes. After removal, the residual serum on the skin is patted in rather than rinsed. The format is suitable for once- or twice-weekly use as an intensive treatment step, not a daily cleansing step.

The Hyaluronic Acid mask sheet delivers a high-dose HA treatment to temporarily plump and hydrate the skin surface. Hyaluronic acid holds up to 1000 times its weight in water, making a concentrated HA mask effective for skin that looks dehydrated, tight, or dull. Apply after cleansing and toning, leave for 15-20 minutes, then follow with moisturiser to lock in the absorbed HA layer.

The Master Lab HA mask is most effective on dehydrated skin - particularly after long flights, air conditioning exposure, or in low-humidity environments. It is the highest-usage mask in the Master Lab line for users who prioritise hydration over other skin concerns.

The Collagen Mask Sheet targets elasticity and firmness concerns. Topical collagen in a sheet mask context functions as a humectant and film-forming agent that temporarily tightens and plumps the appearance of skin rather than being absorbed into the dermis as structural collagen. Use it before an event or occasion when skin should look its most firm and lifted.

The EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) Mask Sheet is the most active-science product in the Master Lab line. EGF-derived peptides are used in Korean skincare for post-procedure healing, skin renewal, and anti-ageing applications. The EGF mask suits skin that is focused on texture refinement, barrier recovery after exfoliation, or early anti-ageing treatment. It is typically the most premium-priced mask in the Master Lab series.

The Charcoal Mask Sheet uses activated charcoal to draw out impurities and excess sebum from pores during the 15-20 minute treatment period. It is the best Master Lab mask for oily or congested skin - it provides a deeper cleansing treatment than a standard foam wash and is particularly useful as a weekly addition to a routine for pore-visibility concerns.

The Sika (Centella Asiatica) Mask Sheet addresses inflammation, redness, and barrier sensitivity. Centella Asiatica contains madecassoside and asiaticoside, plant actives used in Korean skincare for calming reactive skin and supporting barrier repair. The Sika mask is the most appropriate Master Lab mask for sensitive or post-procedure skin that needs calming rather than deep exfoliation or heavy moisture loading.

The Master Lab Solution Multivitamin mask sheet delivers a combination of vitamin actives - typically vitamin C (brightening, antioxidant), vitamin B3/niacinamide (tone correction, barrier), and vitamin E (antioxidant, emollient) - in a single sheet treatment. It is the most well-rounded mask in the Master Lab line, addressing brightening, antioxidant support, and mild texture improvement in one session.

The Multivitamin is the best starting point in the Master Lab series if your skin concern is general dullness or uneven tone rather than a specific hydration, firming, or congestion issue. Use once or twice a week after cleansing as the first treatment step, before moisturiser.

Tony Lab AC Control is a separate sub-line within TONYMOLY Lab targeting acne-prone and consistently oily skin. The line includes the Tony Lab A.C. Control Bubble Foam Cleanser (150ml) and the Tony Lab A.C. Control Emulsion (160ml), available individually and as a 2-piece set. AC Control uses actives such as salicylic acid or tea tree derivatives that address the bacterial and sebum environment associated with acne.

The Bubble Foam Cleanser is a second-step cleanser for daily use after a makeup-removing oil or micellar step. The emulsion provides non-greasy moisture alongside the acne-targeted actives - it is lighter than a conventional cream, suited for oily skin that still needs hydration but cannot tolerate heavy emollients. The 2-piece set bundles both for convenience.

An emulsion in Korean skincare is a mid-weight lotion between a toner and a cream - lighter than a cream but more hydrating than a serum. The AC Control Emulsion at 160ml delivers consistent daily moisture to oily or acne-prone skin without the risk of heavy emollients triggering new congestion. At 160ml it provides approximately 2-3 months of once-daily use at a moderate dose.

The AC Control Emulsion sits after toner and before SPF in the morning routine, or after toner before sleep cream in the evening. Its texture is specifically tuned to absorb quickly and leave no greasy residue - an important attribute for oily skin types that often skip the moisture step to avoid shine, inadvertently triggering dehydration-driven excess oil production.

Master Lab masks are treatment steps - use them once or twice a week as an intensive add-on to any skin type's routine. The specific mask to choose (Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen, Charcoal, Sika, EGF, or Multivitamin) depends on your skin concern that week rather than your daily skin type.

Tony Lab AC Control is a daily routine product specifically for oily, acne-prone, or congested skin - not an occasional treatment. The Bubble Foam Cleanser and AC Control Emulsion are used every day as the cleansing and moisture steps. If your skin is acne-prone, the AC Control line handles your daily routine while the Charcoal or Sika Master Lab masks add a weekly treatment layer for pore management or calming.