Kiehl's Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque for oily skin
Curcuma Longa
Cranberry Seed
Jojoba Seed Oil
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Eucalyptus Oil LeafAverage
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
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 good suitability for your oily skin, as kaolin and bentonite effectively absorb excess oil and impurities to address oily shine, while turmeric root extract provides anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Glycerin and jojoba seed oil offer some hydration, supporting general skin health without exacerbating oiliness.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no identified risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients.
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
★4.5Overall rating based on 1.9k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this mask as an "instant facial" that effectively brightens dull, fatigued complexions and smooths uneven texture through physical exfoliation. The majority report immediate radiance and softness. A subset of users with sensitive skin experienced irritation, and many found the cranberry seeds difficult to rinse off.
Highlights
Instant Brightening Mostly Mentioned
- “gives an instant facial glow”
- “skin looks brighter immediately”
- “restores healthy rosy appearance”
- “visibly brightens dull skin”
Smoother Skin Texture Often Mentioned
- “skin felt super smooth”
- “removed tiny bumps”
- “texture is much softer”
- “gentle but effective scrub”
Soft & Clean Feel Often Mentioned
- “face feels baby soft”
- “pores feel very clean”
- “skin feels fresh and purified”
- “leaves face feeling velvety”
Difficult to remove Often Mentioned
- “seeds stick to hairline”
- “hard to rinse off completely”
- “messy to remove”
- “have to scratch seeds off”
Refreshing Sensation Sometimes Noted
- “feels cooling on the skin”
- “invigorating tingle”
- “refreshing sensory experience”
- “wakes up my face”
High Price Point Sometimes Noted
- “very expensive for the size”
- “pricey for a clay mask”
- “not budget friendly”
- “luxury price tag”
Irritation & Burning Sometimes Noted
- “caused burning sensation”
- “face turned bright red”
- “too harsh for sensitive skin”
- “broke me out”
Drying Effect Rarely Noted
- “skin felt tight afterwards”
- “drying if used too often”
- “need heavy moisturizer after”
- “stripped my skin”
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Questions and answers
How well does Kiehl's Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque work for oily skin?
This cleansing mask works reasonably well for oily skin because kaolin and bentonite absorb extra shine and impurities while turmeric helps calm the skin. Glycerin and jojoba seed oil provide light hydration without making your skin greasy, and the safe formula is unlikely to cause irritation. To fit oily skin even better, this type of product needs pore-clearing exfoliating acids like BHA along with clarifying ingredients such as blue tansy.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for oily skin?
Kaolin and bentonite help absorb excess oil and impurities to reduce oily shine, while turmeric root extract provides soothing benefits. This skin also benefits from products featuring exfoliating acids and pore-clearing ingredients like BHA and blue tansy.
What does Turmeric do for oily skin?
Turmeric helps calm oily skin because it has natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may reduce redness and balance the skin. It is unlikely to cause irritation, making it a gentle option for keeping your skin feeling smooth and healthy.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2023Polski Merkuriusz Lekarski, 2017
What does Cranberry Seed Oil do for oily skin?
Cranberry seed oil helps balance oily skin by providing lightweight moisture that absorbs easily without feeling heavy or greasy. It may also help keep pores clear and calm, leaving your face feeling soft and smooth.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This cleansing mask fits into a weekly evening routine after removing makeup and cleansing, before applying a hydrating toner and moisturizer. Oily skin works best with products that use kaolin or bentonite clay to absorb excess shine and turmeric to calm the skin.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
How often should I use this mask?
This cleansing mask is suitable for weekly use as part of your routine. Oily skin works best with clay-based masks containing kaolin and bentonite to absorb excess oil and impurities, supported by gentle hydrators to maintain balance.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on oily skin, as clays like kaolin and bentonite absorb extra oil and impurities without heavy, pore-clogging ingredients. Oily skin works best with purifying clays, soothing turmeric, and light hydration that keeps skin fresh without adding grease.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A bentonite-based facial mask with Alcea sulphurea extract combined with oral azithromycin significantly reduced total lesion count and acne severity index while enhancing patient satisfaction in patients with moderate acne compared to placebo plus azithromycin over 8 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Turmeric and curcumin products, both oral and topical, showed statistically significant improvement in skin disease severity in ten out of eighteen studies compared with control groups.
Phytotherapy Research, 2016A 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 application of jojoba wax reduced LPS-induced secretion of IL-6, IL-8, and TNFα by approximately 30% and increased the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid compared to untreated skin in an ex-vivo human skin organ culture model.
Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024Topical application of curcumin or turmeric treats various skin conditions by leveraging antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2023Topical formulations of curcumin target oxidative damage and inflammation to improve wound healing in animal models.
Drug Discovery Today, 2017A curcumin-loaded spanlastic anti-aging gel utilizing formula F5 incorporated into 2% HPMC E50 demonstrated sustained release action, compatibility, and the ability to penetrate skin layers to a depth of about 112.5 um without signs of irritation.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2024Clay jojoba oil facial masks reduced total skin lesions by a mean of 54% after 6 weeks in 133 participants with acne-prone, lesioned skin and mild acne compared to baseline.
Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012Topical jojoba oil application in male mice decreased exercise-induced pro-inflammatory gene expression (Il-1b and Il-6 in soleus, Il-1b in gastrocnemius) compared to untreated exercised mice.
Biomolecules, 2025Nanolipidgel formulations with argan or jojoba oil and humectants demonstrate good sensory attributes, instrumental properties, and moisturizing efficacy for cosmetic application.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022An ointment containing larch turpentine, eucalyptus oil, and turpentine oil improved discomfort scores (7.3 vs. 4.7) and increased complete healing (67% vs. 46%) compared to placebo in outpatients with painful skin abscesses over 10 days.
Complementary Medicine Research, 2023
Ingredients
Water, Kaolin, Sorbitol, Bentonite, Butylene Glycol, Silica, Ci 77891 Titanium Dioxide, Cranberry Seed, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Simmondsia Chinensis Jojoba Seed Oil Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 60, Polyacrylamide, Ci 77492 Iron Oxides, Glycerin, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Curcuma Longa Turmeric Root Extract Extract, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Laureth-7, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil Leaf, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Peppermint Leaf Extract Extract, Menthol, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract-Epilobium Angustifolium Stem Extract Flower Leaf, Aminomethyl Propanol, Cranberry Seed Oil
Behind this fit score
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