Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask for oily acne-prone skin
Watermelon Extract
Sodium Hyaluronate
Glycolic Acid
Licorice Root Extract
Pumpkin Extract
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- HighOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
One of the best nourishing masks for oily acne-prone skin.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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 hydration for your oily skin due to glycerin and sodium hyaluronate, which effectively moisturize without adding excess oil. Glycolic acid and lactic acid provide moderate exfoliation, helping to manage acne, blemishes, and breakouts by resurfacing the skin.
- The formulation is highly suitable for oily skin, as these acids regulate desquamation and offer good keratolytic action.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using the creamy mask 3 times a week and slowly move to daily use.
- Apply the creamy mask after your cleanser and toner, but right before your moisturizer or SPF.
- Gently smooth a thin layer of the creamy mask over your face. Avoid any harsh rubbing motions.
- Apply the creamy mask evenly on clean and dry skin for the best results against blemishes. Let it sit comfortably without rushing the process.
- Always avoid the delicate eye area. Do a quick patch test before your very first application to check for safety.
People Say
★4.3Overall rating based on 1.3k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this mask for its ability to deliver "glass skin" results, with many waking up to a noticeably softer, brighter, and more radiant complexion. The lightweight, bouncy gel texture is a hit for oily and combination skin types, though some users with drier skin find it lacks sufficient hydration, and others report issues with the product pilling or feeling sticky.
Highlights
Instant radiance Mostly Mentioned
- “Users frequently report waking up to "dewy," "bright," and "glowing" skin.”
Pleasant scent Mostly Mentioned
- “Described as smelling exactly like "watermelon Jolly Ranchers" or fresh fruit; a major selling point.”
Unique texture Often Mentioned
- “The "bouncy," "jelly-like," and "cooling" consistency feels refreshing and lightweight.”
Attractive packaging Sometimes Noted
- “The glass jar is often cited as "beautiful," "cute," and "Instagrammable."”
Skin softening Sometimes Noted
- “Many reviews mention skin feeling "baby soft" and smooth the next morning due to the AHAs.”
Pilling issues Sometimes Noted
- “Product tends to "roll up" or "pill" into small balls if rubbed or layered incorrectly.”
Sticky finish Sometimes Noted
- “Some users find it remains "tacky" or "sticky" on the skin, transferring onto pillowcases.”
Expensive for value Rarely Noted
Jar design Rarely Noted
- “The square shape makes it "difficult to scoop" the last bits of product; the spatula is often called ineffective.”
Not hydrating enough Rarely Noted
- “Users with very dry skin often feel it is "not moisturizing enough" on its own.”
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Questions and answers
What makes Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow a great fit for oily acne-prone skin?
This mask is a great fit because glycerin and sodium hyaluronate moisturize oily skin without adding extra oil, while glycolic and lactic acids help manage breakouts by gently resurfacing the skin. It has a very safe formula that is unlikely to cause irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate hydrate oily skin without adding excess oil, while glycolic acid and lactic acid gently resurface the skin to help manage breakouts and blemishes. This combination is very safe and unlikely to cause irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
What does Watermelon Extract do for oily acne-prone skin?
Watermelon Extract helps soothe oily, acne-prone skin and is unlikely to cause irritation while supporting a clearer complexion. A product of this type needs lightweight hydration and balancing ingredients that control extra oil without clogging pores.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for oily acne-prone skin?
Hyaluronic acid helps calm oily acne-prone skin by reducing sebum production and lipid synthesis in sebaceous glands. It also supports skin barrier function and improves hydration while helping deliver treatments without causing irritation.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This nourishing mask goes in your weekly routine as a cleansing mask step, after an enzyme powder and before a hydrating toner. It hydrates your oily skin without adding excess oil, while glycolic acid and lactic acid help manage breakouts by gently smoothing the skin.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your routine, but apply it on nights when you are not using retinol to avoid irritation. This product contains glycolic acid, which exfoliates the skin, so alternating it with retinol helps keep your oily, acne-prone skin calm and smooth.
How often should I use this mask?
Start by using this mask once a week as part of your routine. If your skin tolerates it well and you see good results, you can carefully use it more often.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This mask is a great fit for oily acne-prone skin because it hydrates effectively without adding excess oil and uses glycolic acid to help manage breakouts and blemishes. Its safety profile is excellent, so it is unlikely to cause irritation when used in your routine.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It contains fragrance (parfum) and drying alcohol (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, 2017Glycolic acid, salicylic acid, gluconolactone, and licochalcone A combined with 0.1% adapalene showed no hindrance compared to adapalene monotherapy and provided benefits in reducing complications in 25 subjects with mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019A combination of dermapen and glycolic acid peel significantly decreased acne scar grades and resulted in higher patient satisfaction compared to either monotherapy in 30 patients.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Coniferyl alcohol derived from seed watermelon promoted linoleic acid-stimulated lipogenesis by approximately 2.2-fold at 300 µM and increased total lipid content in SZ95 sebocytes compared to controls.
Molecules, 2025Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Repeated 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, 2017Combining 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, 2025Topical treatment with pumpkin seed oil-loaded niosomes decreased fallen hairs by 44.42% and increased the anagen to telogen ratio by 1.4-fold after 8 weeks compared to initial conditions.
Pharmaceuticals, 2022Topical application of prickly pear, pumpkin, and linseed oils significantly reduced clinical signs of acute inflammation, inflammatory markers, and oxidative stress in carrageenan-treated rats compared to the normal saline-treated group.
BioMed Research International, 2020
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract, Simethicone, Watermelon Fruit Extract, Silica, Propanediol, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Pumpkin Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Licorice Root Extract, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract, Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract Skullcap Root Extract, Betaine, Beta-Glucan, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Alcohol, Parfum
Behind this fit score
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