Beauty enthusiasts are all over a celebrity-loved face mask that’s even earned a doctor’s seal of approval. The 47 Skin Anti-Blemish and Scar Repair Silver Mask, priced from £21.60, has built up a solid fanbase for its impressive results.
The hero ingredient in the product is Silver ChitodermTM, also known as ‘Formula 47’, which is clinically shown to wipe out 99.8% of bacteria. And it doesn’t just fight inflammation – this ingredient actually encourages your skin cells to regenerate while remaining gentle and moisturising, reports the Manchester Evening News.
While it may not be a particularly common ingredient in skincare, dermatologists are giving it the thumbs up. Dr Chopra of the London Dermatology Centre is a fan, and explained how it works: “Silver chitoderm forms a muco adhesive barrier and forms a lattice like structure of the skin whereby it causes skin to regenerate rapidly. It kills bacteria, it also treats existing acne and also helps the fading of pre-existing acne scars.”
The product currently boasts an average score of 4.8 out of 5 from almost 300 Trustpilot reviews. One customer said: “I’m obsessed with this mask. Highly recommend, it actually makes scars lighter and just a plus the peel off is SO good and smells heavenly.”
Another was equally smitten: “This product I loved and can see myself repurchasing! Simply because I think it is very good at removing blackheads. Whether it’s the peel off action or the silver content I do not know but it works for me. Only gripe is it should come with some type of applicator, I used one from another product, as I don’t agree with dipping my fingers in for hygiene reasons and the product is very, very gloppy!”
A third raved: “The most amazing face mask, leaves my skin feeling fresh with an amazing glow! 100% Must have product.”
Even former Strictly Come Dancing Star Saffron Barker has praised it. The YouTuber, who has 1.8 million Instagram followers, uses it as part of her evening routine and said ‘Oh my goodness, the results were insane’.
Beauty of Joseon’s Ground Rice and Honey Glow Mask, currently £15.50 on Boots, is said to be great at revealing a brighter complexion although it doesn’t have silver chitoderm or strong anti acne reviews. If you’re looking for something to reduce the appearance of scars but don’t want to commit to a face mask then silicone tape has been reported to work, you can get some on Amazon for £17.99. Or you can buy the 47 Skin face mask here.