Saturday Skin Yuzu Vitamin C Sleep Mask for oily skin
Citrus Junos
Ascorbic Acid
Niacinamide
Retinol
Ceramide Np
Average
- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for oily skin; other nourishing 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 benefits for your oily skin, with niacinamide and ascorbic acid providing antioxidant activity and some seboregulation to help with overall skin health. Glycerin and niacinamide offer general hydration supportive for oily skin, though not specifically targeted for oily shine.
- The formula is generally safe for your oily skin, as it lacks harsh ingredients and includes soothing components like niacinamide and glycerin.
- The product is well-suited for your oily skin type due to the presence of niacinamide for seboregulation and ascorbic acid for antioxidant benefits.
How to apply
- Use this creamy mask PM once a week to start, then increase frequency if your skin feels good.
- Apply this creamy mask after cleansing and toner, but before your moisturizer.
- Smooth an even layer of the creamy mask gently over your face, avoiding any harsh rubbing.
- Put the creamy mask on clean and completely dry skin for the best results against oily shine.
- Make sure to avoid the sensitive eye area and do a quick patch test before using it the first time.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 800+ reviewsThis mask is frequently praised for its hydrating and plumping effects, leaving skin glowing and smooth. Many users enjoy its lightweight, jelly-like texture and refreshing scent. Some users with sensitive skin reported irritation, and a moderate number found the mask left a sticky residue. A few reviewers also noted the packaging appeared to contain less product than expected.
Highlights
Brightening & radiance Mostly Mentioned
- “woke up with a noticeable glow”
- “skin looks brighter and less tired”
- “gives a lovely morning radiance”
- “helped fade acne scars”
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “skin felt incredibly soft”
- “plump and hydrated”
- “erased my dry patches”
- “moisturizing without being greasy”
Pleasant texture & scent Often Mentioned
- “cooling jelly texture”
- “smells like fresh citrus”
- “lightweight and refreshing”
- “fun to apply”
Ingredient efficacy Sometimes Noted
- “love the niacinamide combo”
- “gentle introduction to retinol”
- “great ingredient list for the price”
Misleading packaging Sometimes Noted
- “jar is huge but product is small”
- “deceptive packaging”
- “lot of wasted plastic”
- “looks bigger than it is”
Sticky residue Sometimes Noted
- “hair gets stuck to my face”
- “stays sticky all night”
- “tacky finish that doesn't dry down”
- “left residue on my pillowcase”
Lack of dramatic results Rarely Noted
- “didn't see much difference”
- “just a glorified moisturizer”
- “okay but not worth the hype”
Potential irritation Rarely Noted
- “caused small bumps”
- “stung upon application”
- “broke me out the next day”
- “too harsh for my sensitive skin”
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Questions and answers
How well does Saturday Skin Yuzu Vitamin C Sleep Mask work for oily skin?
Saturday Skin Yuzu Vitamin C Sleep Mask works reasonably well for oily skin, offering moderate benefits like antioxidant activity and hydration from ingredients like niacinamide and ascorbic acid. It is generally safe and helps maintain a balanced complexion, though it is not specifically targeted to control oily shine. An oily skin product needs targeted ingredients that actively manage excess oil and reduce shine while keeping the skin hydrated without clogging pores.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for oily skin?
This mask fits oily skin through niacinamide and ascorbic acid, which help control shine and provide antioxidant benefits. Glycerin also offers general hydration that supports overall skin health without clogging pores. Oily skin works best with products that provide safe, non-irritating hydration and targeted control of excess oil using soothing and balancing ingredients.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
What does Yuzu do for oily skin?
Yuzu helps balance oily skin by providing antioxidants that keep your face feeling fresh and smooth. This citrus ingredient is unlikely to clog pores and may brighten uneven skin tones without adding extra grease.
What does Vitamin C do for oily skin?
Vitamin C helps brighten skin tone and smooth texture while providing antioxidant protection that prevents sebum oxidation. For oily skin, this type of product typically needs to be paired with oil-controlling or pore-clearing ingredients like salicylic acid or plant extracts.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2005Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This nourishing mask works for oily skin, though other products fit it better, and it needs lightweight hydrators and oil-balancing ingredients that manage shine without heavy layers. Because it is a mask, use it as an extra step in your routine after cleansing and toning. To properly care for oily skin, this type of product also needs targeted oil-control ingredients and refreshing hydration that keeps the skin smooth and balanced.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can I use this mask with AHA, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your routine, but because it is an average fit for oily skin, this skin type needs lightweight hydration and ingredients that balance oil without heavy feel. Apply this mask after your AHA treatment when used in the evening, or on nights when you skip your AHA to keep your skin calm and balanced.
How often should I use this mask?
This nourishing mask works for oily skin, though other products fit it better. To properly care for oily skin, a product of this type needs lightweight hydrators and oil-controlling ingredients that keep the skin balanced without adding heavy shine.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This mask is unlikely to cause breakouts or clog pores for oily skin since it lacks harsh ingredients and includes soothing components like niacinamide and glycerin. To truly control excess oil and shine while avoiding a heavy feel, oily skin needs lightweight hydrators and oil-balancing ingredients like salicylic acid or niacinamide without heavy occlusives.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Behenyl 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, 2017A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Niacinamide significantly decreased hyperpigmentation and increased skin lightness compared with vehicle alone after 4 weeks of use in women by inhibiting melanosome transfer.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Citrus junos callus extract decreased melanin content in melanocytes 1.85-fold compared with arbutin and promoted the proliferation of and procollagen synthesis by human fibroblasts by 154% and 176% at 500 μg/mL.
Molecules, 2017Yuja-peel fractions (ethyl acetate, hexane, and butanol) inhibited MMP expression, induced moisturizing factors filaggrin and serine palmitoyltransferase, and decreased melanin content in UVB-irradiated HaCaT, HDF, and α-MSH-treated B16F10 cells.
Antioxidants, 2022Upcycled low-molecular-weight anionic peptides from Citrus junos seeds protected UVR-irradiated keratinocytes and reconstructed skin tissue by scavenging reactive oxygen species, reducing paracrine cytokines, inhibiting melanin synthesis and TRP-2 expression, and increasing filaggrin, laminin-5, and type I collagen expression.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024Topical 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, 2022Topical 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, 2005Topical 0.4% retinol significantly increased epidermal thickness, dermal vascularity, and extracellular matrix production by stimulating keratinocyte proliferation, endothelial cell proliferation, and fibroblast activation in naturally aged human skin compared to vehicle.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017Topical bakuchiol 0.5% applied twice daily compared with retinol 0.5% applied daily significantly decreased wrinkle surface area and hyperpigmentation with no statistical difference between the compounds in 44 patients over 12 weeks, while retinol users reported more facial skin scaling and stinging.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019Silicone particles encapsulating retinol increased its half-life by 9-fold and yielded 12-23% lower skin irritation in human subjects compared to Microsponge particles while maintaining biological activity.
Journal of Controlled Release, 2018
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Glycereth-26, Phenyl Trimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Behenyl Alcohol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Glucose, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Citrus Junos Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium Edta, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Citrus Junos Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cholesterol, Peg-800, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 20, Ceramide Np, Linoleic Acid, Retinol, Citrus Junos Oil Fruit, Bioflavonoids, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-22, Sh-Polypeptide-45, Sh-Polypeptide-8, Sh-Polypeptide-9
Behind this fit score
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