Glamglow Supermud Clearing Treatment for sensitive skin
Glycolic Acid
Salicylic Acid
Lactic Acid
Mandelic Acid
Activated Charcoal
Caution
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A poor match for sensitive skin; the cleansing masks alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. 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 exfoliation for redness and irritation due to the presence of mandelic acid and salicylic acid, which can help decongest pores but may exacerbate sensitivity in normal skin lacking sufficient hydrating ingredients like glycerin.
- The blend of exfoliating acids, while effective for pore cleansing, may not fully address the needs of normal skin that requires more robust hydration.
How to apply
- Use this cleansing mask once a week as part of your weekly routine, starting slowly to see how your skin reacts.
- Apply this product after cleansing and enzyme powder, and before your hydrating toner and moisturizer.
- Smooth an even layer of the cleansing mask over your face, making sure to gently avoid rubbing.
- Put the mask on clean and dry skin to keep your sensitive face calm and comfortable.
- Do a patch test before your first use and avoid getting the mask too close to your eyes.
People Say
★4.2Overall rating based on 10.0k+ reviewsThis mask is widely praised by users with oily and acne-prone skin for its ability to visibly clear pores and dry out active blemishes. However, many users find it prohibitively expensive for the small amount of product provided and note that it can be overly drying or cause a burning sensation on sensitive skin. This summary is based on a very large amount of data and should definitely be taken into account.
Highlights
Clears pores Mostly Mentioned
- “sucks oil out”
- “pores look smaller”
- “visible dots on nose”
- “clears gunk immediately”
Very expensive Mostly Mentioned
- “way too pricey”
- “not enough product”
- “luxury price tag”
- “wallet hurts”
Effective spot treatment Often Mentioned
- “zits gone overnight”
- “shrinks angry bumps”
- “great for emergencies”
- “dries out whiteheads”
Drying and irritating Often Mentioned
- “face felt tight”
- “caused redness”
- “too harsh”
- “stripped my skin”
Fast acting Sometimes Noted
- “instant results”
- “immediate difference”
- “skin looks brighter instantly”
- “works in 20 mins”
Smooths skin texture Sometimes Noted
- “baby soft skin”
- “smooths rough patches”
- “makeup applies better”
- “feels resurfaced”
Burning sensation Sometimes Noted
- “burns like crazy”
- “stings at first”
- “face on fire”
- “tingling is intense”
Small quantity Sometimes Noted
- “tiny jar”
- “dried up fast”
- “only 10 uses”
- “mostly packaging”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Glamglow Supermud for sensitive skin?
Lovi advises caution using this cleansing mask on sensitive skin because its strong exfoliating acids can easily trigger redness and irritation. A product of this type needs soothing, hydrating ingredients like glycerin to keep sensitive skin calm and comfortable.
Which ingredients make this mask a poor fit for sensitive skin?
The mix of exfoliating acids like glycolic, salicylic, lactic, and mandelic acid makes this mask a poor fit for sensitive skin because they may cause redness and irritation. This type of skin needs soothing plant extracts and moisturizing ingredients like glycerin to stay calm and comfortable.
What does Glycolic Acid do for sensitive skin?
Glycolic acid can be too harsh for sensitive skin, leaving it dry and irritated, so this type of skin needs a gentler exfoliating ingredient and calming plant extracts to keep the skin barrier safe and comfortable.
What does Salicylic Acid do for sensitive skin?
Salicylic acid may cause irritation on sensitive skin, so it requires careful use and good sun protection to keep skin comfortable. A product for this skin type needs gentle, soothing ingredients and a mild formula that respects the skin barrier.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 1999International Journal of Toxicology, 2003
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This mask is a treatment step that goes in the evening routine once a week for sensitive skin, as starting slowly helps avoid redness and irritation. Sensitive skin needs gentle pore-cleansing ingredients alongside deeply hydrating components like glycerin to keep the skin calm and comfortable.
Can I use Glamglow Supermud with retinol, and in what order?
Using this cleansing mask with retinol requires caution on sensitive skin because the blend of exfoliating acids may increase redness and irritation. A product of this type needs soothing ingredients and extra hydration like glycerin to keep this skin calm and comfortable.
How often should I use this mask?
This mask requires caution on sensitive skin and is best started just once a week to test your tolerance. A product of this type needs soothing and deeply hydrating ingredients like glycerin to prevent irritation while helping clear pores.
Can Glamglow Supermud clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This mask is a poor match for sensitive skin because its strong blend of exfoliating acids may easily cause dryness, irritation, and redness. A product of this type needs soothing and hydrating ingredients like glycerin to calm the skin and keep it comfortable.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum, limonene, and linalool).
What the research says
Treatment with 45% mandelic acid peel showed nearly equal overall efficacy as 30% salicylic acid peel in patients with mild-to-moderate facial acne vulgaris, but with fewer adverse effects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Twice daily application of a multitargeted dermocosmetic cream provided comparable efficacy to benzoyl peroxide 5% gel in reducing inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesions in 150 Caucasian subjects with mild-to-moderate acne over 56 days, while demonstrating superior skin tolerability.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024A 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, 2017Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2000Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2017Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020Chemical peels using 35% glycolic acid, 20% salicylic-10% mandelic acid, and phytic acid reduce acne scores by 70.55%, 74.14%, and 69.7% respectively, and significantly decline the postacne hyperpigmentation index in Asian patients with mild to moderate acne.
Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 2019Commonly used chemical peels showed no significant differences in effectiveness for acne vulgaris in most comparisons, though combined salicylic and mandelic acid peeling was superior to glycolic acid and glycolic acid was superior to placebo, based on twelve randomized controlled trials.
BMJ Open, 2018Treatment with 30% lactic acid peel showed a significantly greater reduction in pigmentation and higher patient satisfaction compared to 30% mandelic acid peel in patients with periorbital melanosis.
Indian Dermatology Online Journal, 2025Soap-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, 1989
Ingredients
Water, Kaolin, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Mandelic Acid, Carbon, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf, Tartaric Acid, Pyruvic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Powder, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Licorice Root Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Hedera Helix Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract Matricaria Extract, Peg-12 Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Peppermint Oil, Hectorite, Hexylene Glycol, Glycerin, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Maltodextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Limonene, Benzyl Benzoate, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Iron Oxides Ci 77499
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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