Some By Mi Glow Luminous Ampoule Mask for acne-prone skin
Allantoin
Trehalose
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateAverage
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for acne-prone skin; other nourishing masks fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. 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 combination skin, as glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide humectant action, but it lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control on oily areas.
- The product provides general skincare benefits like hydration and soothing, which you would notice, but these are irrelevant or mostly supportive for your acne, blemishes, and breakouts due to the lack of targeted ingredients.
- There are no risks of irritation for your acne-prone skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your PM routine. Start using your sheet mask 3 times a week, and build up to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply your sheet mask after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer. Relax with it on for ten to fifteen minutes.
- Take the sheet mask out and gently smooth it over your face so it fits well. Pat any leftover essence into your skin without rubbing.
- Put the sheet mask on clean and dry skin for the best comfort. This helps your pores take in all the good ingredients.
- Avoid getting the product too close to your sensitive eye area. Do a small patch test before your very first use to stay safe.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 2.9k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin report that this mask line provides significant hydration and immediate soothing. It is frequently noted for leaving skin plump, glowing, and calm, with specific variants being praised for redness reduction and moisture restoration. Some users find the mask difficult to unfold and note a sticky residue after application, though these are less common concerns.
Highlights
Generous essence Mostly Mentioned
- “soaked in essence”
- “leftover serum for days”
- “full bottle of ampoule”
- “very generous amount”
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “skin felt plump”
- “hydration lasted all day”
- “no moisturizer needed after”
- “glass skin effect”
Soothing and calming Often Mentioned
- “calms angry skin”
- “reduced redness immediately”
- “very soothing sensation”
- “great for breakouts”
Thin, adherent sheet Often Mentioned
- “fits like second skin”
- “doesn't drip”
- “super thin material”
- “adheres perfectly”
Gentle on sensitive skin Sometimes Noted
- “no irritation”
- “mild pleasant scent”
- “gentle formula”
- “safe for sensitive skin”
Difficult to unfold Sometimes Noted
- “hard to open”
- “tangled mess”
- “ripped easily”
- “fiddly to unfold”
Sticky after-feel Sometimes Noted
- “sticky finish”
- “tacky residue”
- “takes long to dry”
- “hair sticks to face”
Fit issues Rarely Noted
- “too big for face”
- “mouth hole weird”
- “goes into hairline”
- “nose flap too short”
Price point Rarely Noted
- “pricey for one use”
- “expensive for daily”
- “wait for sale”
- “not budget friendly”
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Questions and answers
How well does Some By Mi Glow Luminous Ampoule Mask work for acne-prone skin?
This mask works moderately well for your acne-prone skin by offering soothing moisture, though it lacks targeted ingredients to actively control oil or breakouts. Nourishing masks that fit this skin better need effective calming agents like Centella asiatica and oil-controlling ingredients like Niacinamide to handle both dry and oily areas without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Allantoin, trehalose, and dipotassium glycyrrhizate help soothe your skin, though this mask needs targeted ingredients for breakouts and oil control to be a better fit for acne-prone skin.
What does Allantoin do for acne-prone skin?
Allantoin helps calm redness and supports the skin barrier, making it a soothing addition to routines for acne-prone skin. It is often paired with ingredients that clear pores and reduce oil to keep acne-prone skin balanced and comfortable.
What does Trehalose do for acne-prone skin?
Trehalose helps calm acne-prone skin by reducing breakouts, lowering excess oil, and keeping the skin hydrated so it stays smooth and comfortable. It is often included in specialized masks and treatments designed to manage adult breakouts.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This mask works for your acne-prone skin, though other products fit it better, and it can be used during your weekly routine steps. While it offers soothing hydration, an acne-prone skin type needs oil-controlling ingredients to properly manage breakouts.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask with retinol, applying the mask after your retinol treatment to help soothe the skin. This routine is unlikely to cause irritation for your acne-prone skin, though this product type needs ingredients for oil control to work best for breakouts.
How often should I use this mask?
This nourishing mask offers an average fit for your acne-prone skin, providing gentle hydration and soothing benefits without any irritation risks, though it lacks targeted ingredients for oil control. To best care for this skin type, products like this should also include ingredients that balance oil and target breakouts.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This mask is unlikely to cause irritation or breakouts for your acne-prone skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients. However, because it lacks targeted ingredients for oil control, this skin type needs products with oil-balancing and blemish-clearing ingredients to work best.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (geraniol and citronellol).
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, 2017Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018Sodium trehalose sulfate decreased transepidermal water loss and increased stratum corneum water content in participants with low stratum corneum water content when applied for 4 weeks compared to placebo.
Skin Research and Technology, 2024Topical chloramphenicol-betamethasone combined with sodium hyaluronate/trehalose/carbomer gel compared to chloramphenicol-betamethasone alone reduced most subjective symptoms at 1 week but increased blurred vision at 4 weeks following strabismus surgery in 31 patients, with no significant differences in conjunctival inflammation between treatments.
Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 2019Topical treatment with Thealoz Duo significantly improved dry eye disease symptoms, tear break-up time, and restored tear lipid layer functionality by reducing inflammatory response proteins in moderate to severe dry eye patients over 56 days.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2025Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2015Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.
Advanced Science, 2025
Why other nourishing masks fit acne-prone skin better
Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023Application of Galactomyces ferment filtrate skin care formula significantly reduced the net values and daily fluctuation of facial pore area, roughness, and redness in young Japanese women.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021
Ingredients
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hexylene Glycol, Carbomer, Allantoin, Trehalose, Arginine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium Edta, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil Flower, Boswellia Serrata Extract Resin, Xylitylglucoside, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Anhydroxylitol, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Xylitol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Glucose, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Oxygen, Geraniol, Citronellol
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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