AXIS-Y Mugwort Pore Clarifying Wash Off Pack for dry sensitive skin
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract Artemisia Princeps Extract
Kaolin
Charcoal Powder
Licorice Root Extract Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Oat Kernel Extract Avena Sativa Kernel ExtractLow
- LowDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A weak match for dry sensitive skin; the cleansing masks alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. 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 pore cleansing for your dry and sensitive skin, as kaolin and bentonite absorb excess sebum, while glycerin and allantoin provide some hydration and soothing effects.
- While the formula is generally safe and free from harsh irritants, the presence of kaolin and bentonite may lead to a drying sensation for your dry skin.
- The product is safe for your skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components like Beta-Glucan and Allantoin.
How to apply
- Use your cleansing mask PM once a week as part of your weekly routine, and increase to twice a week if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the cleansing mask after cleansing and enzyme powder, but before your hydrating toner, serum, and moisturizer.
- Smooth an even layer of the cleansing mask over your face while gently avoiding any unnecessary rubbing.
- Apply the cleansing mask to clean and dry skin to ensure better comfort for your sensitive skin type.
- Always avoid the eye area and do a patch test before using the cleansing mask for the first time.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsThis wash-off mask is highly favored by individuals with acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin for its ability to calm maskne and redness without stripping moisture. Users consistently report that it gently exfoliates and cleanses pores, leaving skin feeling soft, refreshed, and less inflamed, though pore-shrinking effects are often temporary.
Highlights
Non-drying formula Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't strip my skin dry”
- “skin feels breathable”
- “most hydrating clay mask”
- “creamy and easy to apply”
Soothing and calming Mostly Mentioned
- “calms down my redness”
- “soothes inflamed pimples”
- “cooling sensation on skin”
- “great for redness relief”
Gentle exfoliation Often Mentioned
- “baby soft and smooth”
- “beans are not scratchy”
- “gentle physical exfoliator”
- “smooths texture”
Pore cleansing Often Mentioned
- “pores look smaller”
- “clears pores of impurities”
- “reduces blackheads”
- “skin feels clean”
Spa-like experience Sometimes Noted
- “relaxing spa experience”
- “refreshing herbal scent”
- “therapeutic scent”
- “cooling and minty feel”
Difficult to rinse Sometimes Noted
- “pain to wash off”
- “beans clog my sink”
- “messy to rinse”
- “chunks fall off”
Unpleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “smelled like rotten eggs”
- “swampy smell”
- “strong herbal smell”
- “fishy scent”
Mild/temporary results Rarely Noted
- “didn't see dramatic results”
- “pore clearing is temporary”
- “too gentle for me”
- “no massive difference”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “spatula is too small”
- “wish tub was bigger”
- “hard to get product out”
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Questions and answers
Why is AXIS-Y Mugwort Pore Clarifying Wash Off Pack a weak match for dry sensitive skin?
This cleansing mask is a weak match because kaolin and bentonite may cause a drying sensation on your dry skin. A cleansing mask for dry sensitive skin needs deep hydration, barrier-restoring ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and gentle emollients to protect moisture.
Which ingredients make this mask a poor fit for dry sensitive skin?
The kaolin and bentonite in this mask may lead to a drying sensation for dry sensitive skin by absorbing excess oils and moisture. To be a better fit for this skin type, a cleansing mask needs a rich blend of hydrating and barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and soothing emollients.
What does Mugwort Extract do for dry sensitive skin?
Mugwort Extract helps calm and soothe dry sensitive skin, making it feel soft and comfortable. This gentle ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation and supports a smooth, calm face.
What does Kaolin Clay do for dry sensitive skin?
Kaolin clay is a poor fit for dry sensitive skin because it absorbs natural oils and can worsen dryness and irritation. A product of this type needs soothing, hydrating ingredients and a gentle formula to protect dry and delicate skin.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
This mask may leave dry and sensitive skin feeling too dry when used alongside retinol, as the clay ingredients absorb oil. If you still want to use them together, apply retinol on separate nights or use a hydrating, nourishing mask with ceramides and rich moisturizers instead to protect your skin barrier.
How often should I use this mask?
This cleansing mask is a weak match for your dry sensitive skin because clays like kaolin and bentonite may leave your skin feeling too dry. A product of this type for your skin needs gentle clays combined with rich hydrating and soothing ingredients to keep your skin calm and comfortable.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin, but the clay ingredients may leave your skin feeling dry. A product for this skin type needs gentle clay or none at all, along with extra rich moisturizers and soothing ingredients to keep the skin soft and calm.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
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, 2017Skin care regimens containing beta-glucan improved hemoglobin index, skin hydration, and transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in 20 patients undergoing fractional laser therapy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Artemisia princeps-derived nanovesicles accelerate cell proliferation, decrease senescence-associated beta-galactosidase activity, inhibit MMP-1 activity more effectively than EGCG, and increase procollagen type I expression in human dermal cells and skin models.
Journal of Extracellular Biology, 2025Artemisia annua aqueous extract increased the itching threshold, inhibited TSLP expression, and promoted FLG mRNA expression in in vitro and in vivo models.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2024Artemisia Capillaris Thunb. extract protects human HaCaT keratinocytes from UVB-induced apoptosis and inflammation by suppressing the cGAS/STING signaling pathway.
Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2024Vectorization of high molecular weight hyaluronic acid with clay enabled its penetration into deeper skin layers and led to a significant clinical reduction in fine lines in the crow's feet area compared to placebo after 28 days.
Skin Research and Technology, 2024Twice-weekly use of a clay mask over 4 weeks in 75 adults with oily or combination skin improved acne-related outcomes, sebum content, skin evenness, hydration, and reduced dryness and irritation.
Skin Research and Technology, 2023Clay 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, 2012Soap-and-water wash and superactive charcoal paste applied topically at various times after T-2 toxin exposure effectively reduced skin lesion severity in swine compared to untreated controls.
Fundamental and Applied Toxicology, 1989Combining 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, 2025A repair cream containing Rhealba oat plantlets extract, l-ALA-l-GLU dipeptide, and hyaluronic acid provided immediate relief and was judged by doctors as good or very good in 96.8% of cases for wound healing in 2,363 patients following dermatological acts.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2018Topically applied Avena sativa and Avena Rhealba oatmeal extracts significantly reduced skin irritation parameters including a* parameter increase and blood flow increase compared to vehicle in 12 healthy individuals subjected to the sodium lauryl sulfate irritation model.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002Colloidal oat extracts diminished pro-inflammatory cytokines in vitro and colloidal oat lotion improved skin dryness, scaling, roughness, and itch intensity in healthy female subjects compared to baseline.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015
Ingredients
Artemisia Princeps Extract, Kaolin, Dipropylene Glycol, Bentonite, Betaine, Phaseolus Angularis Seed Powder, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract Oat Kernel Extract, Pteris Multifida Extract, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Licorice Root Extract, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Ci 77288, Charcoal Powder, Water, Beta-Glucan, Polyquaternium-51, Fructooligosaccharides, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf
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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