StriVectin Glycolic Skin Reset Mask for dry skin
Glycolic Acid
Nia114
Lactic Acid
Salicylic Acid
Oenothera Biennis OilAverage
- AverageDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry skin; other cleansing masks fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate suitability for your dry skin, as Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide humectant action, but it lacks sufficient emollient ingredients like Oenothera Biennis Oil to fully address dryness.
- The presence of kaolin and salicylic acid offers excellent cleansing of pores, which is supportive for your dry or flaky skin.
- The product is safe for your dry skin with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use this cleansing mask PM as part of your weekly routine, starting 1x/week and increasing slowly if needed. Always follow with a rich moisturizer to prevent dryness.
- Apply the cleansing mask after using your cleanser and enzyme powder, but before your hydrating toner and moisturizer. This ensures the mask works effectively on your dry skin.
- Smooth an even layer of the cleansing mask over your face while avoiding any rubbing. Let it sit for the recommended time before gently rinsing it off.
- Apply the cleansing mask to clean, dry skin for the best comfort. Since your skin is dry, this method helps prevent any potential irritation.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin tolerates the product well.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 200+ reviewsUsers consistently praise this mask for its ability to deliver gentle yet potent exfoliation, leaving skin noticeably smoother, softer, and more radiant in just five minutes. It is frequently recommended for dull or rough skin textures, with many users noting it provides a fresh and glowing complexion without the irritation often associated with glycolic acid products.
Highlights
Gentle exfoliation Mostly Mentioned
- “Effective yet gentle”
- “non-irritating chemical exfoliation”
- “no redness or discomfort”
Radiance and glow Often Mentioned
- “Restores radiance”
- “leaves skin glowing”
- “brightens the face”
Smoother skin Often Mentioned
- “Skin is smoother”
- “reveals smooth, soft skin”
- “dramatically improves texture”
Availability issues Often Mentioned
- “Currently not available”
- “sold out”
- “hard to find”
Fast-acting Sometimes Noted
- “Works in just 5 minutes”
- “fast-acting formula”
- “quick results”
Price value Sometimes Noted
- “Expensive brand”
- “not a full size (in sets)”
- “pricey for a mask”
Lack of results Rarely Noted
- “Not much improvement”
- “didn't see a difference after 3 uses”
- “results were minimal”
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Questions and answers
How well does StriVectin Glycolic Skin Reset Mask work for dry skin?
This mask works moderately well for your dry skin, as glycerin and sodium hyaluronate draw in moisture, but it lacks enough oils and rich softeners to fully soothe dryness. While it cleanses pores well, a product for dry skin needs more nourishing oils and rich softeners to keep it smooth and comfortable.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for dry skin?
Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate make this mask a fit for your dry skin by drawing in moisture, while Oenothera biennis oil helps soften it. However, dry skin of this type needs more rich, softening ingredients to truly thrive.
What does Glycolic Acid do for dry skin?
Glycolic acid helps smooth and soften dry skin by speeding up the shedding of older surface cells. Because it can also cause the skin to lose more moisture, dry skin needs extra hydrating ingredients like glycerin or hyaluronic acid alongside it to keep the skin comfortable.
What does Niacin do for dry skin?
Niacinamide helps dry skin by strengthening its protective barrier and boosting moisture so skin feels softer and smoother. It works by increasing natural lipids like ceramides to lock in hydration and calm irritation, and is typically used twice a day.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2000Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This mask works for your dry skin, though other products fit it better because it needs more rich, softening oils to fully handle dryness alongside its pore-cleansing acids. You can use it as a weekly step by applying it after your makeup remover and cleanser, and then following up with a nourishing mask, treatment, and moisturizer.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
This mask and retinol can be used on the same day if you apply the mask first, rinse it off completely, and follow with your usual moisturizer. Because this product contains several acids, using them together may lead to dryness, so a product of this type needs richer softening ingredients and extra moisturizing oils to keep dry skin comfortable.
How often should I use this mask?
This mask can be used once a week as part of your routine. Dry skin needs a product of this type to include rich softening ingredients like evening primrose oil alongside hydrating ingredients to fully soothe and care for dry areas.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog your pores or cause breakouts on dry skin, and its safe formula has no risk of irritation. For a better fit on dry skin, this type of product needs extra softening ingredients like evening primrose oil to fully tackle dryness.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum and limonene). Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2000Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2017Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Electrospun poly (vinyl butyral-co-vinyl alcohol-co-vinyl acetate) patches loaded with evening primrose oil applied to the forearm of volunteers for 6 hours increased skin moisture, with pore size, shape, and fiber diameter influencing oil transport.
Biomaterials Advances, 2022A topical preparation containing urea, sunflower oil, evening primrose oil, wheat germ oil, and sodium pyruvate led to clinical improvement after a month in diverse hyperkeratotic skin conditions except pityriasis lichenoides.
Medicina Cutanea Ibero-latino-americana, 1986Topical application of linseed, evening primrose, and olive oil emulsions accelerated wound closure in rats with excision wounds compared to untreated controls, though via different mechanisms.
Drug Delivery and Translational Research, 2019
Why other cleansing masks fit dry skin better
Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Topical water-in-oil cream containing 3% Crocus sativus extract demonstrated absolute physical stability across various storage conditions and produced a significant increase in skin moisture and changes in transepidermal water loss compared to the base in human volunteers.
Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2014
Ingredients
Kaolin, Ci 77891 Titanium Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Jojoba Esters, Butylene Glycol, Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Myristyl Nicotinate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Glycolic Acid, Cyclodextrin, Arginine, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Parfum, Sorbitan Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Salicylic Acid, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Prunus Cerasus Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Diatomaceous Earth Terre De Diatomées, Amino Acids, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Yeast Extract Extrait De Levure Extract, Gallic Acid, Caffeine, Betaine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Mica, Ci 19140 Yellow 5, Ci 14700 Red 4, Xanthan Gum, Bht, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium Edta, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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