Iota Superchili Body Mask Review + with Photos

Photography PS | Alida Araica

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In truth, I never really thought about body care. My routine has always been quite simple: shower gel and body lotion. Maybe a body oil if my skin is particularly dry. But after falling into TikTok’s shower routine, I was inspired to give my body a little more TLC. If I’m using retinol and SPF on my face, it makes sense to use products that can help the skin on the rest of my body age gracefully. So when I heard about Iota’s new Superchili Body Mask+ Firming & Lifting Body Mask ($45), I knew I had to try it.

According to the brand, the leave-on mask deeply nourishes and firms skin on areas like the chest, butt, thighs, triceps, and abdomen. Unsurprisingly, I was drawn to the mask’s anti-aging benefits, but another thing that stood out to me was the mention of a warming, sensory experience thanks to the spices in the product. I love spicy foods and drinks, so I couldn’t help but wonder: Do I need spicy, lifting body care products in my life? And can my sensitive skin handle them? I put it to the test to see for myself.

Read on for my honest thoughts on Iota’s Superchili+ Body Mask.

About Iota Superchili+ Body Mask

Superchili Body Mask is a firming, leave-on body mask that smooths and tightens targeted areas. Sichuan pepper, the product’s star ingredient, helps lift skin and delay signs of aging.
Other key ingredients include green coffee bean to help firm and reduce the appearance of cellulite, mango butter to repair and smooth crepey skin, peptides to boost collagen production, and prebiotics and probiotics to support the skin’s microbiome.
It acts as a toner, essence, treatment, mask and cream in one product.
The mask is suitable for sensitive skin, vegan, dermatologist tested, clinically tested, allergy tested and gluten free.

What I like about Iota’s Superchili+ body mask

I was a little intimidated by the mask (and the Sichuan pepper), but it quickly became my favorite product in my post-shower routine. I love everything about this mask, starting with its luxurious scent. It has a refreshing herbal and citrus scent that is perfect for creating an at-home spa experience.

Once I applied it, I was surprised by the texture of the product. I expected the leave-on mask to be super rich, but I was pleasantly surprised by how creamy and lightweight it was. It’s still thicker than my daily lotion, but it absorbs into the skin faster than a thick body butter. As for the spicy sensation, I’d say the description “icy to firm” then “warm to lift” is pretty accurate. I applied it to my chest, thighs, butt, stomach, and the backs of my arms, and I felt the cooling sensation right away. It only lasted a few minutes before the warming sensation kicked in, reminding me of Icy Hot or VapoRub on my skin (the latter is nostalgic for me, so I enjoyed it). The tingling sensation lasted about 20-25 minutes.

Before and after using Iota Superchili+ body mask — Photography PS | Alida Araica

I checked my skin immediately after application and for the next 25 minutes and I’m happy to report that I never experienced any redness or irritation. It wasn’t too spicy for my sensitive skin and did a great job of leaving my skin hydrated and super soft. I’ll have to use the body mask long-term to really see the anti-aging benefits, but the lines on my chest and thighs are less obvious and my skin looks smoother overall. I used it on repeat this summer, but I’m looking forward to using it in the winter when that warm feeling will be especially satisfying.

How to use Iota Superchili+ body mask

For best results, the brand recommends applying the mask to clean skin and targeted areas like the chest, butt, thighs, triceps, and abdomen. It can be used daily, alone or layered under other serums or lotions, but only after the warming sensation of the mask has worn off. I personally found the mask to be thicker than other body care products I use, so I opted to use it at night as the last step in my post-shower routine.

What to Consider Before Trying Iota Superchili+ Body Mask

The Superchili+ body mask provides an icy-hot sensation that lasts for 20 to 25 minutes. If you’re not sure if you’ll enjoy this sensation, be sure to test the product on a small area before using. The mask is also scented with rosemary leaf and lime, which is something to consider if you prefer fragrance-free body products.

Who is the Iota Superchili+ body mask for?

This mask is great for anyone looking for a body mask that will firm and smooth targeted areas, but at the same time hydrate dry, wrinkled skin. The mask is also safe for sensitive skin, so it can be a good alternative to a retinol lotion which can be more irritating.

Where is the Iota Superchili+ body mask available?

The Superchili+ body mask is available exclusively for purchase on the brand’s website.

Rating

★★★★★

Alida Araica is the Newsletter Manager at PS, where she oversees and executes the strategy and production of editorial and customer emails. She occasionally contributes her expertise to writing product reviews. Alida has over five years of experience in digital media marketing.