HERBIVORE Blue Tansy Resurfacing Clarity Mask for combination skin
Blue Tansy
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Pineapple Fruit Extract
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Salix Nigra Bark Extract Willow Bark ExtractHigh
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for combination skin; a few cleansing masks fit it even better.
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 excellent pore cleansing and smoothing texture for your combination skin due to the presence of papaya fruit extract and willow bark extract, which gently resurface and decongest pores. These ingredients provide moderate exfoliation, effectively addressing oily shine without causing irritation.
- The formulation is highly suitable for combination skin, regulating desquamation and offering good keratolytic action.
- 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
- Use this cleansing mask during your PM routine once a week to control oil. Start slowly 3 times a week and increase if your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply the cleansing mask after the cleansing step and before using your hydrating toner. This ensures it works effectively on your skin.
- Spread an even layer over your face using gentle motions. Avoid any harsh rubbing to keep your skin calm.
- Apply the mask to clean and slightly damp skin for the best results. This helps the product target oily shine efficiently.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a simple patch test before your very first use.
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 2.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this product is highly regarded by users with acne-prone and sensitive skin for its gentle exfoliation, redness reduction, and breakout clearing properties, leading to smoother and brighter skin. Some users report a strong herbal scent and a tingling sensation upon application. A low number of users noted the product's color changing over time and its high price point.
Highlights
Gentle exfoliation Often Mentioned
- “gently exfoliated my complexion in a way that was safe for my hyper-sensitive skin”
- “visibly dissolves dead skin cells which makes your skin smoother”
- “gently but effectively exfoliate the skin”
- “gentle mask compared to my other resurfacing masks”
Soothes redness Often Mentioned
- “reduces the appearance of redness and soothes skin”
- “calming effects on inflammation and redness”
- “soothes the irritated skin and helps with redness”
- “acts as an anti-inflammatory, and aloe, which soothes redness”
Brightens complexion Sometimes Noted
- “my skin was brighter, clearer, and had a slight glow”
- “formula did make our faces look more radiant”
- “skin is much brighter and smoother”
- “gives me such a great glow”
Clears acne Sometimes Noted
- “Everytime I use it, it clears up any little spot”
- “really helps speed up acne and dries it out”
- “helped prevent frequent breakouts”
- “aiding with acne and congestion”
Herbal scent Sometimes Noted
- “strong, herbal fragrance to it which can be a deterrent”
- “scent is quite strong, deeply herbaceous and slightly medicinal”
- “noticeable scent... reminiscent of Tea Tree Oil”
- “It's so strong you're going to apply this”
Tingling sensation Sometimes Noted
- “did experience a fair amount of tingling”
- “does tingle quite a bit when you have it on”
- “subtle tingling sensation from the acids”
- “tingling sensation as the enzymes in the mask begin to work”
Color change Rarely Noted
- “product turning green or a possible change in the formula”
- “eventually turned a nasty green colour”
- “color might fade from blue to green”
- “product did change color over time”
High price Rarely Noted
- “A few reviews also mention the price. It's definitely on the higher end.”
- “My wallet doesn't want me to love them.”
- “can be a little pricy, so usually I stay away”
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Questions and answers
What makes Herbivore Blue Tansy Mask a great fit for combination skin?
HERBIVORE Blue Tansy Resurfacing Clarity Mask is a great fit because it cleanses pores and smooths texture using papaya fruit extract and willow bark extract. These ingredients gently exfoliate your skin and control oily shine without causing irritation.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for combination skin?
Papaya fruit extract and willow bark extract make this mask a great fit by cleaning pores and smoothing texture. These ingredients provide gentle exfoliation to handle oily shine without causing irritation, keeping combination skin calm and smooth.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
What does Blue Tansy do for combination skin?
Blue Tansy helps calm combination skin by soothing redness and balancing dry and oily areas. It is unlikely to clog pores and works well to keep your skin feeling smooth and even.
What does Aloe Vera Leaf Juice do for combination skin?
Aloe vera leaf juice helps keep combination skin hydrated by increasing water content without making it oily. It also helps calm redness and supports skin recovery.
Skin Research and Technology, 2006Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This cleansing mask goes into the weekly routine after your cleanser and enzyme powder, followed by a hydrating toner, treatment, and moisturizer. It is a great fit for your combination skin because papaya fruit extract and willow bark extract gently clear out pores and smooth texture, effectively controlling oily shine without causing irritation.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your weekly routine, but it is best to avoid using it on the same nights you apply retinol to prevent excess irritation. Using them on separate days helps safely clear pores and smooth your skin while protecting your skin barrier.
How often should I use this mask?
Use this cleansing mask once a week as part of your weekly routine, as routines start exfoliating steps at this frequency. People who tolerate it well and see good results may carefully use it more often.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for combination skin. The gentle exfoliating ingredients clear out pores and reduce oily shine without causing irritation.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Incorporating 1, 2, and 5 percent papain into starch- and carboxymethyl cellulose-based films preserved proteolytic and skin exfoliation activity while improving mechanical properties and water solubility compared to control films, with immobilized enzyme maintaining stability for up to 90 days.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023A topical serum containing 0.5% salicin applied twice daily reduced visible signs of skin aging, including wrinkles and tactile roughness, in 30 female subjects over 12 weeks compared to baseline.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010Topical chamazulene treatment mitigates UVB-induced photoaging in mouse skin by upregulating fatty acid metabolism genes, restoring fatty acid homeostasis, enhancing non-essential amino acid metabolism, and downregulating the p38 MAPK/COX-2 pathway, likely via PPARα/γ activation.
Antioxidants, 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, 2010Oral bromelain slightly reduced pain compared to controls (mean difference -0.27) and topical bromelain reduced time to complete debridement by 6.89 days, with no major health risks reported.
Nutrition and Health, 2023An upcycled pineapple leaf fibre crosspolymer forms a physical barrier that protects against environmental aggressors while providing antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antipollution, UV protection, hydration, and hair benefits.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026A coaxial electrospun core-shell nanofiber scaffold delivering bromelain and salvianolic acid B demonstrated sustained drug release, in vitro endothelial cell migration, increased capillary formation in an in ovo assay, and in vivo efficacy for skin regeneration and wound healing.
Biomedical Materials, 2017Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016A fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres in aqueous gel applied once daily for 12 weeks achieved a 41% mean reduction in GAGS score and a 40.8% mean reduction in total lesions, with 15.3% of patients experiencing mild to moderate local side effects, in 94 evaluable patients with comedonal-papular, mild to moderate acne of the face.
Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015Reflux extraction of Carica papaya leaves yielded higher antioxidant capacity and superior in vitro wound-healing activities including fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and collagen synthesis in human skin fibroblasts compared to ultrasonic-assisted extraction and agitation.
Molecules, 2020Bioactive lipid nanocarriers co-loaded with willow bark or ivy leaf extracts and UV-filters provided pronounced UVA photoprotection up to an SPF-equivalent value of 13 and a maximum in vivo skin hydration effect of 97% when prepared with pomegranate oil.
Nanomaterials, 2022A novel emulsion containing niacinamide, lens esculenta seed extract, and white willow bark extract effectively improved acne, blackheads, and conspicuous facial pores in 30 subjects with oily skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical treatment with 2% Salix alba bark extract cream improved dark circles, skin microcirculation, and elasticity in 29 subjects over 8 weeks.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2023
Ingredients
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya Leaf Extract, Pineapple Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Salix Nigra Bark Extract Willow Bark Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Phytate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract Flower, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Tanacetum Annuum Oil Flower, Jasminum Sambac Floral Extract
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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