Having oily and acne-prone skin means I need to make sure my face is clean all the time. Having weekly treatment such as using a face mask also benefits my skin. In this post, I’ll share my thoughts on Himalaya Herbals Purifying Neem Mask.
I bumped into this product while I was doing my monthly shopping. I wasn’t interested then since I’ve tried two of Himalaya Herbals’ products and haven’t finished them yet. However, the Beauty Assistant of Himalaya Herbals kept forcing me to buy the products. Finally, I ended up with this mask product because I’ve never tried it yet.
What it claims
All right, enough with the story. Now let’s see what this product claims. It claims this mask could clean and reduce excess oil secretion on your face. Hmm, that’s interesting. It is also said that the mask can clean clogged pores and prevent pimples. This is just ‘wow.’ Here’s the complete information about the product, taken from its official website.
Himalaya Herbals Purifying Neem Mask packaging
As you can see, the product comes in a tube package with a pop-up cap, which makes the application easier. On the back of it, the complete information is written in Bahasa Indonesia, together with the ingredients and how to use it. Although other Himalaya Herbals products are formulated with no Paraben and SLS, this product surprisingly has both in its ingredients.
Texture and scent
When I saw the mask paste for the first time, it screamed the word ‘YUCK’ and ‘GROSS!’ Its greyish colour also added the grossness. The texture is like a mud paste like clay mask with a bit of granule (or scrubs, I have no idea!). The smell is too strong, especially when I put it on my face. The scent is almost the same as my other Himalaya Herbals products.
My experience when using the Himalaya Herbals neem mask
Here are the photos of my face while using the mask. Please beware that the images may look silly ^.^ The first photo was taken when the mask was still wet. I had no problem applying the mask using my fingers since it’s not sticky. As I told you before, the smell was so strong that I couldn’t smell anything besides it. The second photo showed my face when the mask was half dry, and the last image was when it was completely dry.
OMG! I looked so scary in those photos! When the mask was completely dry, it was hard to speak. Then again, my husband came up with a comment that made me laugh so loud. I just couldn’t hold my laugh! He said my face looked exactly like Gorgom, the villain in the Kamen Rider Black (Ksatria Baja Hitam) series. It was a superhero tv serial in the 1990s. How dare he! @#%$$$$** (please put any foul language there). If you have no idea what Gorgom looks like, this is their photo.
The result
Back to the review, the mask will completely dry after 10-15 minutes (depending on how thick you put the product on your face). After it dries, clean your face with a wet sponge or towel (or only using water is fine) and rinse it with cool water. This mask will give you maximum results if used regularly once a week. Now let’s see the result after I cleaned my face!
My face looked super fresh and clean. It also felt smooth and soft that I couldn’t stop touching my face. It really helps reduce the oil on my face as well. I can say that this product really proves its claims. By the way, while I was taking photos of myself on this mask, baby Zinan stole the tube! Waks! He almost ate it! Fortunately, my husband was there to save the tube/baby Zinan. Fyuuh…
And here is another photo I edited about Gorgom and the mask. The joke is in Bahasa Indonesia (I cannot make it in English since it won’t be funny anymore). LOL!
My verdict
What I love about this product:
- Easy to use, no need for blending
- Reduce excess oil on the face instantly
- Makes skin smooth and soft
- Prevent acne and pimples if used regularly
- Cheap! only IDR 16,000 for 100g
- It can be found in local stores
- What I don’t like about this product:
- the smell is too strong
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Despite the pungent smell, I give two thumbs up to this product. It works well on my face, leaving smooth and soft skin. The price also adds another plus point to my list. I recommend this neem mask for those with acne and oily face problem. So, what do you think, ladies? Would you give it a try?
Thanks for reading!
Note: update 2022
sofie aisyah says
Does it supposed to give you a burning painful feeling when applied? Cause my face is really hurting lol
Atisatya Arifin says
It does give a tingling sensation (not burning though) when applied. But it lasts only for the first couple of minutes.
However, if you have that burning sensation when applied, it could be because the product isn't suitable for your skin. Hope this can help. Thank you!
ajumi says
i bought this few months ago but never use it. I'm about to try but still hesitating because of the smell ;( does it come out with some small bubbles when released from the tube? Just worried that mine might gone expired :p (it should be used within 6mos after opened, though the expired date is about next year).
Atisatya Arifin says
Hai Ajumi, sorry for late reply. Yes it does come out with some small bubbles but I think it's still okay to use. When did you buy it? The 6mos PAO starts when you open it. So if it's already past 6mo you better throw it away and buy the new one, just to be safe.
winda - dajourneys.com says
aku juga pake Himalaya Herbals ini tya, tapi ga bisa sering2 karena tipe kulitku kering, seminggu sekali aja dan sukses bikin kulit muyus bak pantat bayi pas abis di bilas heheee
Rach Alida Bahaweres says
Pengen mencoba masker ini tapi masih maju mundur. Tapi setelah baca reviw mba dan ratingnya lumayan cakep mendekatisempurna, kayakya aku harus coba
Demia says
beberapa temenku ada yang udah pernah cobain himalaya herbals purifying ini nih, aku sendiri belum cobain, padahal udah lumayan lama penasaran, nanti mau cobain beli aah hehehe
Luella Artistry says
Kaya nya aku harus coba ini sih… kulit aku lg lumayan bermasalah nih sama minyak nya lg parah bgt.. harga nya murah dan gampang dicari juga ya mba..
lendyagasshi says
Oh…kak Tya always make me feel happy when i read your blogpost.
Like this…with those meme ’bout Gorgom, hehehe…
Did Himalaya Neem Mask can reduce the white comedos?
Thank you, sissy..
Mei says
I bought this product for sister and I know she loved it but until now I never use it for my daily routin skincare. Is it fix for all skin type? because my skin so sensitive so I have to becareful before put on my skin
Melissa Olivia says
Dulu banget pernah pake ini dan beneran enak buat cuci muka ?
Ratna Kirana says
Penasaran mau coba, kemarin soalnya sempat lihat di drugstore terus hampir beli hehe
Uniek Kaswarganti says
Does Himalaya have other products for dry skin? I think I can’t use this one since I have other skin type that maybe not suitable for this purifying mask.
Nia K. Haryanto says
Ini masker andalan anak gadisku. Dari beberapa banyak masker yang pernah dia coba, katanya masker Himalaya ini yang paling cocok. Kalo di aku sih, kurang cocok.
Irra says
Aku suka nih pakai himalayan neem mask ini. Bantu mengurangi minyak diwajah. Cuma wanginya aja yang sedikit ganggu. Herbal banget..
Bundabiya.com says
Huwaah ini masalah kulitnya aku banget sih haha tapi aku gapernah maskeran mbaak.. mager bgt wkwk habis gini kudu lebih rajin bermasker kayaknya yaa
Lily Kanaya says
Banyak review positif tentang mask si Himalaya ini, fix deh bulan ini kudu nyobain no matter what hihi…
artha says
jd bersih ya kulit wajahnya. sempet syok suaminya kan gegara kayak…wkwkw. saya kok gak kepikiran ke arah sana ya. dasar anak 90an
Ida Raihan says
Sedikit repot ya Mbak cara pemakaiannya dengan warna lumpur gitu. Tapi kalau hasil memuaskan pasti gak kapok beli lagi. Apalagi herbal kan insya Allah aman banget.
Grandys says
Dengan ini aku menguatkan hatiku unttk cuss beli masker Himalayan ini. Karena udah sedari lama maju mundur terus
nyi Penengah Dewanti says
Mba Tya aku jadi pengen coba, pas ada gambar yang alien itu ya Allah ngakak hahaha
seru juga ya make himalaya ini. Coba ntar kepo-kepo online ah.