Aprilskin Real Calendula Peel Off Pack for oily skin
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Niacinamide
Salicylic Acid
Lavender Oil
Butylene GlycolAverage
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
Works for oily skin; other cleansing masks fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 cleansing for your oily skin due to salicylic acid, which helps exfoliate and decongest pores, while niacinamide aids in seboregulation.
- While the product provides general hydration and soothing benefits, it lacks targeted ingredients in sufficient concentrations to effectively control oily shine.
- The formula is generally safe for your oily skin, though alcohol denat and fragrance may pose a slight risk of irritation.
How to apply
- Use this cleansing mask PM as part of your weekly routine, starting 1×/week and working up if tolerated.
- Apply this cleansing mask after your cleanser and enzyme powder, and before applying your hydrating toner.
- Smooth an even layer over your face using clean fingers, avoiding harsh rubbing.
- Apply this cleansing mask on clean, dry skin to help control excess oil effectively.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and always do a patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.2Overall rating based on 200+ reviewsThis peel-off mask is frequently praised for its ability to gently exfoliate dead skin cells and fine facial hair, resulting in noticeably smoother and brighter skin. While many users enjoy the satisfying peel and the immediate glow it provides, a significant number of reviews mention a strong alcohol scent and disappointment with its effectiveness in removing deep blackheads. The mask's sticky texture can also lead to a messy application and longer-than-expected drying times.
Highlights
Smoother skin texture Mostly Mentioned
- “Skin feels really nice to the touch: pretty soft and smooth”
- “Leaves my skin feeling so refreshed and clean”
- “Texture feels noticeably refined”
Gentle exfoliation Often Mentioned
- “Peeling process went pretty smoothly and painlessly”
- “Did not irritate my sensitive skin”
- “Low irritant as you peel it off”
Ineffective for blackheads Often Mentioned
- “Didn't remove blackheads on my nose”
- “Harder to see what the mask extracts”
- “Doesn't extract stubborn ones”
Strong alcohol scent Often Mentioned
- “Alcohol-like smell is really overwhelming”
- “Stings my eyes”
- “Reeked of artificial fragrance”
Brightening and glow Sometimes Noted
- “Gives you a nice glow”
- “Skin appeared brighter overall”
- “Radiant and well-hydrated complexion”
Satisfying peel Sometimes Noted
- “Peels away in one satisfying piece”
- “Oddly satisfying about peeling stuff off”
- “Removes peach fuzz like a facial”
Long drying time Sometimes Noted
- “Takes about 20-30 minutes to dry”
- “Wait 30 mins”
- “Uneven drying if applied too thick”
Messy application Sometimes Noted
- “Consistency is quite runny”
- “Sticky and clings to your hands”
- “Hard to create a thin and even layer”
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Questions and answers
How well does Aprilskin Real Calendula Peel Off Pack work for oily skin?
Aprilskin Real Calendula Peel Off Pack offers moderate cleansing for oily skin with salicylic acid and niacinamide, though alcohol and fragrance may pose a slight risk of irritation. A cleansing mask for oily skin needs to be highly effective, providing excellent exfoliation and oil control without any risk of irritation, and using carefully selected ingredients that target excess oil and dead skin cell buildup.
BioMed Research International, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for oily skin?
Salicylic acid helps exfoliate and decongest pores, while niacinamide aids in controlling oil for your oily skin. To be a better fit for this skin type, a cleansing mask needs strong exfoliating ingredients and targeted oil-control components that manage shine and clear dead skin cells without the risk of irritation.
BioMed Research International, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
What does Calendula Extract do for oily skin?
Calendula Extract helps calm redness and supports skin healing, but an average or poor fit for oily skin needs a lightweight, oil-free formula with ingredients that control shine and gently clear pores.
What does Niacinamide do for oily skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily skin by significantly reducing excess oil production and shine. It is well tolerated and may improve skin texture without clogging pores.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Antioxidants, 2021
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This cleansing mask fits into a weekly routine as an extra step after your cleanser, followed by toner and moisturizer. Oily skin needs targeted ingredients in sufficient amounts to control shine and deeply clear pores.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You should not use this exfoliating peel-off mask on the same nights as your retinol, as using them together on oily skin may cause excess dryness and irritation. Instead, use this mask on a separate evening once a week, and follow it with a gentle hydrating toner and moisturizer to keep your skin calm and comfortable.
How often should I use this mask?
You can use this cleansing mask once a week as part of your weekly routine. Oily skin needs a product with stronger oil-controlling ingredients and higher concentrations of balancing actives to properly manage shine.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts because salicylic acid helps clear out pores, though the fragrance may pose a slight risk of irritation for oily skin. Oily skin often needs targeted ingredients in sufficient concentrations to effectively control shine and manage breakouts.
BioMed Research International, 2020Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It contains fragrance (parfum) and drying alcohol (alcohol denat).
What the research says
A 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, 2020Twice daily application of a multitargeted dermocosmetic cream provided comparable efficacy to benzoyl peroxide 5% gel in reducing inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesions in 150 Caucasian subjects with mild-to-moderate acne over 56 days, while demonstrating superior skin tolerability.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024The use of a salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic significantly reduces the needed quantity of benzoyl peroxide without impacting efficacy in mild to moderate acne, and as maintenance post-benzoyl peroxide allows a significant reduction of acne relapse compared to vehicle.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023Topical application of Calendula officinalis extract cream significantly improved skin hydration and firmness (reflected in significant changes in R0 and R6 parameters) in 21 healthy human volunteers compared to a base cream.
Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica, 2011Treatment with standardized extract of Calendula officinalis L. led to a shorter epithelization time and faster healing speed compared to mineral oil in patients with acute skin loss wounds of the hand and fingers healing by secondary intention.
Tissue Barriers, 2022Topical administration of Calendula provides weak evidence of effectiveness in acute and chronic wounds compared to standard treatments based on a narrative review of available trials.
Wounds, 2008Topical 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, 2005Cryotherapy 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, 2010Treatment 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, 2024Topical 5% benzoyl peroxide plus salicylic acid achieved the greatest lesion reduction at early 2 to 4 week time points compared to benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin, and combination benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin, while 5% benzoyl peroxide plus salicylic acid and combination benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin showed similar efficacy at 10 to 12 weeks in acne patients.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2010Polysaccharide-based O/W emulsions incorporated with lavender essential oil applied to cellulosic support are non-irritating, provide softness and moisturizing effects, and are safe for topical patch applications.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2021Gellan gum hydrogel films co-encapsulating ofloxacin with tea tree or lavender oil achieved 98% wound contraction and completely healed epidermis in rats after ten days of treatment compared to baseline.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2021Topical application of lavender oil significantly promoted wound contraction, collagen synthesis, and fibroblast differentiation with up-regulation of TGF-beta in a rat model compared to control.
BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2016
Why other cleansing masks fit oily skin better
A panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat, Polyvinyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Glucose, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Beta-Glucan, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Niacinamide, Parfum, Caffeine, Sodium Phytate, Gluconolactone, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Salicylic Acid, Calendula Officinalis Oil Flower, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil Lavender Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Amyris Balsamifera Oil Bark, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract Lavender Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Leaf Extract Flower Matricaria Leaf Extract Flower
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