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Dr. Dennis Gross C + Collagen Biocellulose Brightening Treatment Mask for oily skin

Average

  • HighOily Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

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 brightening for your oily skin due to the presence of ascorbic acid and niacinamide, which provide antioxidant support and help regulate sebum. Glycerin offers hydration, but the formula does not specifically target oily shine.
  • The inclusion of collagen amino acids and superoxide dismutase offers general skin benefits, enhancing overall skin health.
  • The product is safe for your oily skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components like niacinamide and glycerin.

How to apply

  • Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using your sheet mask 3 times a week and increase if your skin likes it.
  • Apply your sheet mask after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer.
  • Place the sheet mask smoothly over your face and gently press it down without rubbing.
  • Put the mask on clean and slightly dry skin for the best results and comfort.
  • Avoid the eye area and do a simple patch test before using it for the first time.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 200+ reviews

Users frequently report that this mask provides immediate hydration and a noticeable glow, making it ideal for revitalizing dull or dry skin. The biocellulose material is highly praised for its excellent fit. Some users find the packaging difficult to handle and the price point high for a single-use product.

Highlights

  • Instant radiance Mostly Mentioned
    • “skin looked very radiant”
    • “solid glowy sheet mask”
    • “boosts radiance”
    • “revives dull skin”
  • Deep hydration Often Mentioned
    • “endlessly hydrated skin”
    • “left my skin feeling hydrated plump”
    • “skin felt so amazing”
    • “moisturizing part immediately after”
  • Superior fit Often Mentioned
    • “fits the face well”
    • “hugs every single contour”
    • “adheres to every contour”
    • “fits closely around the complexion”
  • Effective ingredients Sometimes Noted
    • “love the ingredients”
    • “solid ingredients”
    • “Vitamin C and Lactic Acid”
    • “Niacinamide helps calm redness”
  • Difficult application Sometimes Noted
    • “tricky to get on”
    • “two mesh layers”
    • “hard to separate”
    • “wasteful packaging”
  • High price Sometimes Noted
    • “overpriced”
    • “thin for the price”
    • “would repurchase on sale”
    • “expensive for one use”
  • Low serum volume Rarely Noted
    • “not much essence”
    • “needed more serum”
    • “little product on the mask”
    • “feels dry”
  • Medicinal scent Rarely Noted
    • “medicinal scent”
    • “smells unpleasant”
    • “scent is overwhelming”
    • “smells like real Vitamin C”

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Questions and answers

How well does the C + Collagen Biocellulose Brightening Treatment Mask work for oily skin?

This mask works reasonably well for oily skin, offering moderate brightening and antioxidant support without causing irritation, though it does not specifically target oily shine. To work best for oily skin, a nourishing mask needs ingredients that control excess shine and regulate oil while keeping the complexion clear and balanced.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for oily skin?

Ascorbic acid and niacinamide make this mask a good fit for oily skin by providing antioxidant support and helping regulate sebum, while glycerin offers hydration. Oily skin requires a nourishing mask that specifically targets oily shine, controls excess oil, and promotes clarity and hydration without clogging pores.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

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

What does Collagen do for oily skin?

Collagen helps keep oily skin hydrated and balanced without adding heaviness. It improves overall skin condition and helps maintain moisture levels, but an oily skin routine also needs ingredients that control excess oil and clear pores.

Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2022Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 2024

Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for oily skin?

This mask fits into your weekly routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, on the evening scheduled for a treatment. It is safe for your oily skin and provides moderate brightening and general health benefits, though oily skin of this type also benefits from ingredients that specifically target excess shine.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002

Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this mask in your weekly routine, keeping it on a separate day from your retinol to avoid irritation. Oily skin works best with products that balance oil and reduce shine while providing light hydration.

How often should I use this mask?

This mask is used weekly as part of your routine. A nourishing mask for oily skin needs oil-controlling and mattifying ingredients that keep the skin clear and fresh while providing balanced hydration.

Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?

This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily skin, as it has a safe profile with no harsh ingredients that typically trigger irritation. To better care for oily skin, a product of this type needs ingredients that specifically target oily shine.

Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (linalool, citral, and limonene).

What the research says

  • Niacinamide 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, 2002
  • A 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, 2020
  • Topical application of TAT-SOD significantly suppresses UVB-induced erythema formation, blood flow rise, and apoptotic sunburn cell formation in human volunteers compared to a vehicle control.

    European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016
  • 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, 2017
  • Topical 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, 2003
  • Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.

    Journal of Periodontology, 2009
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Marine 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, 2023
  • Topical 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, 2021
  • Topical 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, 2008
  • Topical 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, 2005
  • Topical treatment with the synthetic SOD/catalase mimetic EUK-134 reduced lipid peroxide levels both at baseline on non-irradiated human skin and at the surface of UVA-exposed skin when applied before or after irradiation, compared to controls.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2004
  • Topical superoxide dismutase formulations maintained physical stability and enzymatic activity for 6 months at 4 and 30 degrees C, and effectively inhibited UVB-induced skin erythema for 48 hours, whereas formulations combined with alpha-tocopherol were unstable.

    European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2007
  • Superoxide dismutase 3 suppressed Propionibacterium acnes-induced skin inflammation by inhibiting the TLR2/p38/NF-κB axis and NLRP3 inflammasome activation in vitro and in vivo.

    Scientific Reports, 2018

Why other nourishing masks fit oily skin better

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Collagen Amino Acids, Superoxide Dismutase, Ubiquinone, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Lemon Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Hydroxide, Bergamot Oil Fruit, Linalool, Citral, Limonene, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate

Behind this fit score

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