MEDIHEAL Collagen Essential Lifting & Firming Mask for combination skin
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Sodium Hyaluronate
Panthenol
Hydrolyzed Elastin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceAverage
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for combination skin; other nourishing masks fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 combination skin, as Glycerin and Trehalose provide humectant action to support hydration, though it lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal oil control on your T-zone.
- The presence of Hydrolyzed Collagen and Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 offers excellent firming and plumping benefits, improving skin elasticity and reducing the appearance of fine lines.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your combination skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- You can use this sheet mask PM or AM to control oily shine. Start 3 times a week and increase if your skin likes it.
- Apply this sheet mask after cleansing and toning, and before putting on your moisturizer.
- Unfold the sheet mask and gently press it onto your face, smoothing it out without rubbing. Leave it on for ten to fifteen minutes before removing.
- Put the sheet mask on clean skin to help your face absorb the essence better. Pat any remaining liquid gently into your skin.
- Avoid getting the product too close to your eyes. Do a quick patch test before your very first use.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 10.2k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this mask for its intense hydration and immediate plumping effect, which leaves dry and mature skin looking glassy and bouncy. While many report visible improvements in fine lines and skin texture, the lifting effects are generally described as temporary or subtle rather than dramatic structural changes.
Highlights
Intense hydration Mostly Mentioned
- “skin felt supple and hydrated”
- “quadrupled moisture levels”
- “great for dry winter skin”
- “dewy complexion”
Generous essence Often Mentioned
- “dripping with essence”
- “enough left for neck and hands”
- “packet is full of serum”
- “saturated sheet”
Plumping effect Often Mentioned
- “leaves skin super plump”
- “bouncy looking skin”
- “fine lines look less noticeable”
- “restores volume”
Good adhesion Sometimes Noted
- “fits like a second skin”
- “adhered perfectly”
- “soft bamboo sheet”
- “contours well to face”
Value for money Sometimes Noted
- “professional quality at drugstore price”
- “affordable daily mask”
- “great value for the results”
- “stock up when on sale”
Fit issues Sometimes Noted
- “mask is too small”
- “mouth hole is weird”
- “excess sheet on sides”
- “doesn't cover cheeks fully”
Sticky residue Sometimes Noted
- “essence felt sticky”
- “takes 20 mins to absorb”
- “felt kind of greasy”
- “heavy finish”
Slipping Rarely Noted
- “started slipping off”
- “slides down if standing”
- “have to lie down”
- “moves around”
Strong scent Rarely Noted
- “fragrance not very pleasant”
- “smells chemically”
- “strong perfume smell”
- “prefer unscented”
Temporary results Rarely Noted
- “effects last only a day”
- “no long-term lifting”
- “good for quick fix only”
- “didn't see dramatic difference”
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Questions and answers
How well does MEDIHEAL Collagen Essential Lifting & Firming Mask work for combination skin?
This mask works for combination skin, though other products fit it better because it lacks enough ingredients to control oil on your T-zone. It helps firm and plump your skin while keeping it safe from irritation, but combination skin needs a product with heartleaf extract or other ingredients that balance moisture levels without overwhelming the skin.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2013
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for combination skin?
This mask works for combination skin because glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide moisture, while hydrolyzed collagen and acetyl hexapeptide-8 help firm the skin. However, combination skin also needs ingredients like heartleaf extract and agents that balance oil levels on the T-zone for an ideal fit.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2013
What does Hydrolyzed Collagen do for combination skin?
Hydrolyzed collagen helps keep combination skin hydrated and smooth while improving elasticity and reducing the look of fine lines. This type of supplement is generally well tolerated and may support overall skin firmness across different facial areas.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for combination skin?
Hyaluronic acid is a great fit for combination skin because it quenches dry areas with a boost of hydration while keeping oily zones balanced. Regular use helps smooth out fine lines and makes your skin feel soft and plump without causing irritation.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2021Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This nourishing mask fits into a weekly routine as an extra step after cleansing, though combination skin also needs lightweight, oil-controlling ingredients for the T-zone.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your routine when applying retinol, as it has an excellent safety profile with no harsh ingredients that would cause irritation. Apply the mask after your retinol treatment to help lock in moisture, though combination skin also needs lightweight, oil-controlling ingredients for the T-zone.
How often should I use this mask?
You can use this mask as part of your weekly routine, as it offers moderate hydration and firming benefits for your skin. Combination skin needs products that also provide balancing ingredients to control oil on the T-zone.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for your combination skin because it has an excellent safety profile without harsh ingredients. However, it offers only moderate suitability for your skin type, so a product for combination skin also needs ingredients that help balance oil on the T-zone.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
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, 2017Argireline treatment twice daily for 4 weeks produced a significant anti-wrinkle effect with 48.9% total efficacy and decreased skin roughness in Chinese subjects compared with 0% efficacy and no decrease in roughness in the placebo group.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013Argireline applied twice daily for 4 weeks achieved a total anti-wrinkle efficiency of 48.9% and notably reduced wrinkle depth compared to placebo in Chinese subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2013Treatment with cross-linked hyaluronic acid-based microneedle patches combined with acetyl hexapeptide-8 or epidermal growth factor significantly improved wrinkles and skin hydration compared to the patch alone in Korean females over 29 days.
Annals of Dermatology, 2019Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Topical dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.
Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000Hyaluronic acid, hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol, and isotonic saline nasal sprays all significantly improved dry nose symptoms over four weeks in 240 patients, with hyaluronic acid plus dexpanthenol providing superior nasal moisturisation compared to the other two.
Auris, Nasus, Larynx, 2020Topical application of a 0.1% copper-zinc malonate-containing cream significantly enhanced elastin biosynthesis and induced elastic fibre regeneration in photoaged facial skin of 21 female patients after 6 weeks of treatment compared to baseline.
Experimental Dermatology, 2009A betaine-based deep eutectic solvent successfully enhanced the transdermal delivery of elastin peptide, which improved skin barrier repair, reduced melanin secretion and deposition, and stimulated the secretion of procollagen I and elastin.
Biomaterials Advances, 2024Bioactive recombinant humanized elastin (RHE) gel effectively restores skin elasticity, reverses UV-induced damage and oxidative stress, and promotes extracellular matrix remodeling in zebrafish and aged mice models compared to commercial vitamin E and recombinant humanized collagen gels.
Materials Today. Bio, 2025A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Willow Bark Extract, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Polysorbate 80, Panthenol, Trehalose, Betaine, Carbomer, Arginine, Allantoin, Disodium Edta, Boswellia Carterii Extract Resin Boswellia Serrata Extract Resin, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Wheat Amino Acids, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Green Purslane Extract Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Beta-Glucan, Parfum
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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