Cupcake

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Cupcake

Invented with teenage skin in mind

Cupcake is our one Fresh Face Mask that was created for a bit of fun. At the time, our inventor’s daughter was a young girl having slumber parties with her girlfriends every weekend, so he whipped up a chocolate mint mask for young, oily skin (officially solidifying him as the coolest dad ever). If you suffer from oily or spotty skin, slather it in this cocoa concoction. With spearmint oil to cool, vanilla absolute to calm redness and Rhassoul mud to deeply cleanse- Cupcake is a sweet savior for young faces. Smothering yourself in chocolate for clearer skin? Every teenage girl’s dream. .

Features

  • Sleepover staple: Cupcake is definitely a fixture at slumber parties for it’s wonderful effect on teenage skin.
  • It looks good enough to eat: But no, it doesn’t taste like chocolate pudding. Trust us.
  • Refreshing minty tingle: We combine spearmint, fresh mint and peppermint oils in Cupcake.

Customer Review

from femmedeviant
"This is one of my can't live without, must have products from LUSH!! I've been using it nearly a year now (I'm 25 and have combination skin that's very sensitive and I have broken out and had reactions from other department store masks in the past). I love ...more"
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How to use

Cleanse your face and pat dry. Smooth a good dollop of Fresh Face Mask over your entire face, making sure to avoid the eyes and mouth. Leave the mask on for about ten minutes (do not let the mask dry completely). Now is a good time to read the latest LUSH Times…And finally, wash off with warm water and follow with your favorite toner and moisturizer.

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3.8

(based on 24 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

77%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Smells great (8)
  • Softens skin (8)
  • Non-greasy (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Daily use (4)
    • Enlarged pores (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Minimalist (4), Beauty conscious (3)
      • Skin Type:
      • Combination (3), Oily (3)
      • Age:
      • 16-24 (4), 25-34 (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Be a Cake Face!

    Cupcake mask was the first thing I ever bought from Lush, and I've been using it ever since. My skin dumps out oil like no other, and Cupcake absorbs it all with aggression. ...Read complete review

    Cupcake mask was the first thing I ever bought from Lush, and I've been using it ever since. My skin dumps out oil like no other, and Cupcake absorbs it all with aggression. The peppermint makes your skin feel fresh, and once the mask is off, your face will feel like silk. To top it off, it smells good enough to eat, while fighting acne. Sweet! The only thing is, if your skin is sensitive or may become dry, avoid Cupcake. The mud base can be very over-drying. For the more sensitive acne and oil-prone face, try the Cosmetic Warrior mask!

    VS

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    personal experience

    since i had read the reviews for this, i just had to try it out. and so, when i went to lush the next day, i picked up a small sample of Cupcake....Read complete review

    since i had read the reviews for this, i just had to try it out. and so, when i went to lush the next day, i picked up a small sample of Cupcake. when i tried it, it smelled like a delicious dark chocolate. but when i took it off, i had notice my face was a bit red. although, my skin felt really soft, it did nothing for my complexion since i still had redness on my face. the next morning, i noticed that there were little bumps forming on my face, and it has gotten REALLY oily. you can't SEE the bumps, but when you run your hand over them, you sure can FEEL them. maybe, this is due to my sensitive skin or maybe just because i haven't used this before. but next time, i would try another face mask.

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    3.0

    I absolutely loathe the smell

    By Shashifaice

    from Ottawa, Ontario

    About Me Minimalist

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Feels Great
    • Softens Skin

    Cons

    • Bad Smell

    Best Uses

      Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

      I HATE the smell. It doesn't smell like a cupcake at all to me. It's very strong as well. When I had the mask on I had to stand on my balcony because it was making my apartment smell and my boyfriend said it was gross.

      I loved how it felt going on my skin, it was nice and soothing.

      After washing it off (I kept it on for 8-10 minutes) the smell really clung to my skin. My skin also felt a bit dry so I may have left it on a bit too long. After moisturizing, my skin felt great.

      But the smell. Ew. Would not buy it again.

      • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
      • None of the above
      • Skin Type:
      • Oily
      • Age:
      • 16-24
       
      4.0

      A Chocolaty Treat for Your Skin

      By Whitney

      from Calgary (Alberta)

      About Me Minimalist

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Non-Greasy
      • Smells Great
      • Softens Skin

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Redness/ Blotchiness
        • Sensitive Skin

        Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

        A lovely chocolate facial that leaves your skin wanting more and more! I absolutely love the smell of this fresh mask! It goes on smoothly and comes off just as easy leaving behind soft skin that lasts forever! I use this mask once a week (sometimes even twice) just to endulge myself in it`s chocolately cupcake goodness!

        • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
        • Guilty Pleasure
        • Skin Type:
        • Combination
        • Age:
        • 16-24
         
        5.0

        My must-have!!

        By femmedeviant

        from Manitoba

        About Me Beauty Conscious

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Clears skin
        • Non-Greasy
        • Smells Great
        • Softens Skin

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Blemishes
          • Enlarged Pores
          • Oily Skin

          Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

          This is one of my can't live without, must have products from LUSH!! I've been using it nearly a year now (I'm 25 and have combination skin that's very sensitive and I have broken out and had reactions from other department store masks in the past). I love it and can't say enough about it!

          I take my Cupcake face mask in the shower with me, wash my face first and then scrub really well with Dark Angels before smoothing on this beauty of a mask. I leave it on for a few minuted then rinse it away, then step out of the shower and moisturize with Cosmetic Lad. This routine had drastically improved my skin. I don't have breakouts anymore, I don't have dry spots or blackheads anymore, it's amazing the difference it's made. My husband tells me that since using LUSH products my skin looks younger even! I can't say enough about how much I adore this face mask, and I found the perfect skincare routine for me. Dark Angels scrubs the dirt away, Cupcake deep cleans and balances my skin, and Cosmetic Lad moisturizes without being too oily for me (I'd previously tried other LUSH moisturizers and they were too rich for me, but this one is perfect).

          I don't live near a LUSH location, I go to the store when we travel to the city (3 hours away for me), and I stock up on Cupcake masks so I don't run out before our next trip there. I keep one in the fridge and freeze the others, this works great for me and they aren't affected badly by being frozen at all, a LUSH consultant told me freezing them should be fine because Cupcake was a hardier mask that didn't have ingredients that would spoil as quickly as some of the other masks have. So far it's worked wonderfully for me and I don't want to change a thing!

          • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
          • Life-Saver
          • Skin Type:
          • Combination
          • Age:
          • 25-34
           
          4.0

          I've seen better

          By ginnywiz

          from Hinton, Edmonton

          About Me Beauty Conscious

          Pros

          • Non-Greasy
          • Smells Great
          • Softens Skin

          Cons

          • Not Effective

          Best Uses

          • Daily Use
          • Enlarged Pores

          Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

          Well this product smells amazing. Like seriously it's actually awesome! It made my skin very smooth & soft. But I was hoping it would dull down redness, which it did not :(

          • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
          • None of the above
          • Skin Type:
          • Oily
          • Age:
          • 16-24

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          You NEED this!

          By Boxermama

          from Thunder Bay, ON

          About Me Beauty Conscious

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Smells Great
          • Softens Skin
          • Soothes Skin

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use
            • Enlarged Pores
            • Oily Skin
            • Redness/ Blotchiness

            Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

            When I first bought this I used it everyday for 1 week. By the end of the week I had a brand new complexion. I'm used to suffering from acne, uneven skin tone and lots of oil! I started getting compliments from strangers! And the woman who sells me my cosmetics and me what my secret was!

            • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
            • Life-Saver
            • Skin Type:
            • Oily
            • Age:
            • 25-34
             
            5.0

            Loved it!

            By Paige

            from Burnaby

            About Me Minimalist

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Smells Great
            • Softens Skin

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Daily Use

              Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

              I really enjoyed using this product. I loved the smell of it and it made my skin feel really soft after use.

              • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
              • Guilty Pleasure
              • Skin Type:
              • Normal
              • Age:
              • 16-24

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Nice oily summer skin buster!

              By The bathbomb bombshell

              from Ottawa (Ontario)

              About Me Minimalist

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Reduces oil
              • Refreshes
              • Smells Great
              • Softens Skin
              • Soothes Skin

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Daily Use
                • For oily skin

                Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                I love this product so much!
                As a 30 year old who still gets acne and has oily skin this mask is nothing short of a miracle.
                However, I find this product works better in the shower. I wash my face, then I apply the mask...while the mask does it's thing I wash the rest of me. When I'm ready to remove the mask, I first add a bit of water and start to rub it in. Once everything has worked it's magic I rinse the rest away. When I get out of the shower I finish the rest of my skin care routine. It never cease to amaze me how tingly clean, soft and oil free my skin is after!

                • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                • Life-Saver
                • Skin Type:
                • Combination
                • Age:
                • 25-34
                 
                2.0

                personal experience

                By lush gal

                from toronto, ontario

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                • Easy to wash off
                • Smells nice
                • Softens skin

                Cons

                • Bumps
                • More oily skin
                • Redness

                Best Uses

                  Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                  since i had read the reviews for this, i just had to try it out. and so, when i went to lush the next day, i picked up a small sample of Cupcake. when i tried it, it smelled like a delicious dark chocolate. but when i took it off, i had notice my face was a bit red. although, my skin felt really soft, it did nothing for my complexion since i still had redness on my face. the next morning, i noticed that there were little bumps forming on my face, and it has gotten REALLY oily. you can't SEE the bumps, but when you run your hand over them, you sure can FEEL them. maybe, this is due to my sensitive skin or maybe just because i haven't used this before. but next time, i would try another face mask.

                  • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                  • None of the above
                   
                  2.0

                  Not the best LUSH mask, but worth a shot

                  By carmelonz

                  from Kelowna, BC

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Refreshes skin
                  • Smells good

                  Cons

                  • Doesn't really work

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                    I found that it didn't really do what it was supposed to. It refreshes my skin like any mask containing mint would, but it didn't make my skin less oily or clear up any pimples I had. No change either in tone or texture of my skin. Meh. I mean, it smells nice, but for me, that was about it.

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                    • None of the above
                     
                    5.0

                    New Favourite Cupcake

                    By Suz

                    from Toronto

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Absorbs oil
                    • Doesn't overdry
                    • Easy cleanup
                    • Heals blemishes
                    • Reduces redness
                    • Smells amazing

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Acne
                      • OilyCombination skin

                      Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                      I've tried tons of face masks which have yielded less-than-impressive results. Cupcake improved my skin instantly! I had a few nasty blemishes on my chin for WEEKS and they improved as soon as I used it.

                      I also recently created a daily regime with Herbalism, Grease Lightning, Tea Tree Toner and Celestial. My skin is looking great after two days!

                      • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                      • Must-Have
                       
                      5.0

                      Excellent for oily acne prone skin

                      By Whit

                      from Edmonton

                      Pros

                      • Deeps cleans
                      • Leaves skin tighter
                      • Love love love
                      • Non irritating
                      • Pores less noticeable
                      • Reduces acne

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Use once a week on face

                        Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                        I love this product and use it weekly. It instantly tightens my skin and reduces redness. Helps with a sudden breakout, but also has helped my skin breakout less with repeated use. I love it, it's the best face mask I have ever used. It's great for oily acne prone skin at any age ( I'm 26 and have been using for 3 years).

                        • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                        • Must-Have
                         
                        4.0

                        "The love of my life... for a face mask"

                        By Lauryn the Lifeguard

                        from Calgary

                        Pros

                        • Absorbed oil
                        • Calmed redness
                        • Drew out all impurities
                        • Softened skin

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Best for acne prone skin

                          Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                          I absolutely love this mask! The only thing I would change would be its strong scent, but that is completely personal and will differ from everyone. I always struggled from impurities never fully healing or 'coming to a head' and this mask eliminated them. Its awesome, you have to try it!

                          • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                          • Must-Have

                          (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                           
                          1.0

                          Bad results.

                          By Tswimmer

                          from Ottawa

                          Verified Reviewer

                          Pros

                          • Smells good

                          Cons

                          • More acne
                          • Not working
                          • Painful bumps

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                            When I got it I thought it was great because it smelt really good, and it was ideal for me because I'm a teenager and I did not want a product that would dry out my skin too much. The first day I used it, my skin was fine. The next day I woke up with a really painful spot on my face. I wasn't sure if it was from the face mask, so I waited 4 days to use it again. When I did, I woke up the next day with two more painful spots. I stopped using it and no more spots have come up. They still haven't gone away and it's been over two weeks since I have used it. I don't think this is a good product, and it was a very bad purchase.

                            • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                            • None of the above

                            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                             
                            5.0

                            Be a Cake Face!

                            By Joy

                            from Victoria, BC

                            Verified Reviewer

                            Pros

                            • Feels refreshing
                            • Helps fight acne
                            • Removes oil
                            • Smells awesome

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Girls' nights
                              • Oil-slick skin
                              • PMS
                              • Teenage acne

                              Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                              Cupcake mask was the first thing I ever bought from Lush, and I've been using it ever since. My skin dumps out oil like no other, and Cupcake absorbs it all with aggression. The peppermint makes your skin feel fresh, and once the mask is off, your face will feel like silk. To top it off, it smells good enough to eat, while fighting acne. Sweet! The only thing is, if your skin is sensitive or may become dry, avoid Cupcake. The mud base can be very over-drying. For the more sensitive acne and oil-prone face, try the Cosmetic Warrior mask!

                              • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                              • Life-Saver
                               
                              5.0

                              Amazing Product!

                              By xoxoMADDIExoxo

                              from California

                              Pros

                              • Clears breakouts
                              • Helps with oily skin
                              • Makes skin smooth
                              • Smells great

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Relaxing
                                • Sleepovers

                                Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                                Helped my skin become smooth and made my breakouts clear up as well as making my skin less oily. I also let my friend who doesn't have oily, break-out proned skin try it and it worked great on her as well.

                                • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                                • Must-Have

                                (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                                 
                                3.0

                                Pretty Good

                                By Mary

                                from Ontario, Canada

                                Verified Reviewer

                                Pros

                                • Smells okay

                                Cons

                                • Expires quickly
                                • Keep in the fridge

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                                  I bought this a few weeks ago to try since I have combination oily skin. My cheeks are more on the normal/dry side and my forehead gets very oily and shiny throughout the day. I leave mine on for about 5 minutes or so since it starts to sting after that. My skin is really soft after I remove it and I follow with my usual toner and moisturizer. It does help control the oils on my forehead a bit which is the reason I purchased it. I love peppermint but the scent of the product is alright. I don't really think of cupcakes when I smell it but whatever.

                                  (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                                   
                                  3.0

                                  Chocolatey Goodness!

                                  By OR Girl

                                  from Edmonton

                                  Verified Reviewer

                                  Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                                  I really didnt notice any after affects from this mask other than it smells really nice! Enjoyeable though! :)

                                   
                                  4.0

                                  It was alright

                                  By Choclate lover

                                  from Seattle washinton

                                  Pros

                                  • Seems to work
                                  • Smells great

                                  Cons

                                  • Not the best product
                                  • Slightly pricey

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Acne oily skin

                                  Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                                  I first picked this product up from lush, having smelled it in the store. I tried it on, but did not get the results i expected. There are some much better products, like brazended honey. Theres nothing wrong with this product, i just didnt get the results i expected.

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                                  • None of the above
                                   
                                  2.0

                                  Smells nice but not for me.

                                  By Obsessedwithlush

                                  from Vancouver, BC

                                  Verified Reviewer

                                  Pros

                                  • Creamy texture
                                  • Smells really nice

                                  Cons

                                  • Caused more breakouts
                                  • Pain to remove

                                  Best Uses

                                  • For Oily Skin

                                  Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                                  I was so happy to get this and use this but it was a huge disappointment. I used all of the product and it made my breakouts smaller but it made me break out more, especially on my T-zone. It did the opposite of what they claim, which was to clear breakouts and reduce redness. Overall, I love the smell and that was only good thing about it. I wish I loved this product as much as I wanted to. However, if you have oily skin, it can treat that. My friend has oily skin but once she used it, the oiliness vanished!

                                  • When you survey your stash, you label this product:
                                  • None of the above
                                   
                                  5.0

                                  Forever Young.. looking!

                                  By VI Veggie

                                  from Campbell River

                                  Verified Reviewer

                                  Pros

                                  • Actually works
                                  • Fun to use
                                  • Smells amazing

                                  Cons

                                  • Colour

                                  Best Uses

                                    Comments about LUSH Cupcake:

                                    I am 24 years old and still have very oily skin. I've tried absolutely everything on the earth to try and combat my skin and have realized there is no such thing as a miracle cure. HOWEVER, i found cupcake honestly and truly HELPED. Nothing seems to just suck my face clean like this mask does, and it doesnt leave my skin too dry after ( I still use a toner after too). The scent is AMAZING to boot. If youre like me and can't find anything that REALLY helps us oily-skinned folks out ( at least we'll be less wrinkled as time passes!) then I highly recommend trying this. Changed my life!

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                                    • Life-Saver

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                                    • Q:

                                      Can you freeze this product? My daughter loves it. The only problem is that it doesn't last very long and we live 3 hours away from the closest store and we can't purchase online. I could purchase a larger quanity and freeze it and only thaw more as she needs it.
                                      Asked on 9/6/2012 by Carla from Port Elgin, ON

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                                        A:

                                        Our Fresh Face Masks are meant to be used fresh, and freezing them will reduce their effectiveness. If you find the shelf life too short, you may prefer Mask of Magnaminty, which does not require refrigeration and has a slightly longer shelf life of 3 months from the date it was made!

                                        Answered on 11/5/2012 by Brandy from LUSH
                                    • Q:

                                      If I wasnt able to get this into the fridge within 8 hours, would I still be able to use it?
                                      Asked on 8/19/2012 by Mkay

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                                        A:

                                        We don't recommend that the fresh masks ever be put in a freezer as when exposed to temperatures below zero, they will lose their potency that comes from active fruit and vegetable enzymes.Also,defrosting them will cause the water to separate from the rest of the contents causing the texture of the mask to change.Your mask will stay fresh if left outside for a bit upon purchasing, but it should be refrigerated immediately after your reach your destination to preserve freshness.However,8 hrs might be too long of a stretch as our masks are just like food and will spoil at the room temperature if left unattended.

                                        Answered on 11/7/2012 by Anonymous
                                    • Q:

                                      I am travelling in a few days for a few weeks during which I will want to use my Cupcake mask. I was wondering if there was any way of transporting it in my luggage to keep it cold (the saleswoman instructed me to keep it in the fridge). Any help would be awesome :). Eric
                                      Asked on 7/7/2012 by Eric from Dubai

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                                        A:

                                        The Fresh Face Masks do need to be refrigerated at all times, because of the fresh ingredients (and the lack of preservatives). They are fine out of the fridge for a few hours at a time, but think of traveling with them like traveling with a cup of yogurt: they need to be kept quite cool! You can pack it with an ice-pack if you are only traveling for a few hours, and there is access to a fridge where you are traveling, but otherwise, it might be best to skip the Cupcake this month. Call us at 1-888-733-5874 and we can make some alternative recommendations!

                                        Answered on 7/12/2012 by Laura from LUSH
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