innisfree Super Volcanic Clay Mousse Mask 2X for dry skin
Super Volcanic Clay
Volcanic Ash
Salicylic Acid
Glycerin
Colloidal SulfurCaution
- CautionDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- RiskySafety
A poor match for dry skin; the cleansing masks alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, 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
- Extremely low suitability for your dry skin due to the presence of alcohol and salicylic acid, which can be drying, despite glycerin offering some humectant action.
- While volcanic ash and salicylic acid offer excellent pore cleansing, the formula's drying ingredients and moderate exfoliation may exacerbate dryness and flakiness.
How to apply
- Use this cleansing mask PM as part of your weekly routine, starting 1x/week and increasing slowly if needed. Always follow with a rich moisturizer to prevent dryness.
- Apply the cleansing mask after using your cleanser and enzyme powder, but before your hydrating toner and moisturizer. This ensures the mask works effectively on your dry skin.
- Smooth an even layer of the cleansing mask over your face while avoiding any rubbing. Let it sit for the recommended time before gently rinsing it off.
- Apply the cleansing mask to clean, dry skin for the best comfort. Since your skin is dry, this method helps prevent any potential irritation.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin tolerates the product well.
People Say
★4.2Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, users with oily and combination skin appreciate this mask's airy mousse texture for its easy application and effective pore-clearing and oil-controlling properties without causing excessive tightness. However, the pump packaging is frequently criticized for clogging and dispensing issues, leading to product waste.
Highlights
Easy application Mostly Mentioned
- “spreads like butter”
- “much easier than the jar”
- “glides on smooth”
- “no spatula needed”
Clears pores Often Mentioned
- “pores look smaller”
- “sucks up oil”
- “skin feels detoxed”
- “blackheads reduced”
Clogged pump nozzle Often Mentioned
- “nozzle gets blocked”
- “clay hardens in tip”
- “messy cap”
- “hard to keep clean”
Difficult to control Often Mentioned
- “squirts out too much”
- “wasteful dispenser”
- “hard to control”
- “dispenses a mountain”
Cooling sensation Sometimes Noted
- “feels cold on skin”
- “refreshing tingle”
- “great for summer”
- “soothes inflammation”
Non-drying feel Sometimes Noted
- “doesn't crack on face”
- “skin feels hydrated”
- “baby soft after rinsing”
- “less drying than original”
Runs out fast Sometimes Noted
- “finished too quickly”
- “jar lasts longer”
- “expensive for amount”
- “wasteful packaging”
Mild irritation Rarely Noted
- “stung my cheeks”
- “caused redness”
- “too strong for sensitive skin”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with innisfree Super Volcanic Clay Mousse Mask 2X for dry skin?
Lovi advises caution because alcohol and salicylic acid in this mask can be drying and may make dry skin flaky, despite glycerin offering some moisture. A cleansing mask for dry skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to keep the moisture barrier strong.
Which ingredients make this cleansing mask a poor fit for dry skin?
Alcohol and salicylic acid make this cleansing mask a poor fit because they can dry out dry skin, though glycerin offers some moisture. A cleansing mask for dry skin needs ceramides and hyaluronic acid to keep moisture locked in and protect the skin barrier.
What does Super Volcanic Clay do for dry skin?
Super Volcanic Clay is generally not a good fit for dry skin because it absorbs a lot of oil and can leave flaky skin feeling tight and rough. Products for dry skin need nourishing, moisturizing ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to keep skin soft and comfortable instead of drawing moisture away.
What does Volcanic Ash do for dry skin?
Volcanic ash is generally too harsh for dry skin because it tends to absorb too much natural oil and can leave flaky skin feeling even drier. A product for this skin type needs to focus on gentle hydration and nourishing ingredients to keep the skin soft and smooth.
Where does this cleansing mask go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This cleansing mask is a poor match for dry skin because its alcohol and salicylic acid may make dryness and flakiness worse. A product of this type needs soothing and deeply hydrating ingredients like plant oils, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid to keep dry skin comfortable.
Can I use this cleansing mask with retinol, and in what order?
It is best to avoid using this drying cleansing mask when you use retinol, because alcohol and salicylic acid together may easily worsen dryness and flaking on your skin. Dry skin types need a nourishing mask with gentle, hydrating ingredients instead.
How often should I use this cleansing mask?
This cleansing mask is a poor match for dry skin because alcohol and salicylic acid can easily dry you out and cause flakiness. A product of this type needs soothing ingredients and extra moisture to keep dry skin comfortable.
Can this cleansing mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This cleansing mask is unlikely to clog pores, but its drying ingredients and exfoliating salicylic acid may make dry skin even more flaky and irritated. A clay mask for dry skin needs gentle pore-clearing ingredients paired with rich, soothing hydrators to keep the skin soft and smooth without stripping away moisture.
Is this cleansing mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains 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, 2017Bentonite paste provides complete protection against +RNA viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 and improves skin condition when used for dermal sanitization compared to alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
ACS Chemical Neuroscience, 2020A novel water-in-oil emulsion with a lecithin-modified bentonite prevented epidermal degradation and inflammatory protein secretion induced by urban dust and cedar pollen more effectively than a conventional water-in-oil emulsion in a reconstructed human epidermis model.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Bentonite nanoparticles and honey co-administration improved skin wound healing in BALB/c mice by reducing inflammatory cell infiltration and increasing fibroblastosis, new epithelium thickness, granulation area, and collagen density compared to the untreated control group.
The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds, 2025Cryotherapy 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, 2024The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012Azelaic acid was probably less effective than benzoyl peroxide in acne treatment response, while showing little or no difference compared to tretinoin, and adverse events were mild and transient across evaluated topical treatments.
Journal of Evidence-based Medicine, 2020Topical application of precipitated sulphur 2-8% petrolatum achieved a 95% clinical and ectoparasitological cure rate in 40 ambulatory scabies patients without relevant adverse effects.
Revista de Investigacion Clinica; Organo Del Hospital de Enfermedades de la Nutricion, 2004Topical 10% benzoyl peroxide and 2%-5% sulfur cream achieved "good" to "excellent" results with no undesirable side effects in 113 consecutive patients with acne.
Canadian Medical Association Journal, 1966
Ingredients
Water, Silica, Titanium Dioxide Ci 77891, Kaolin, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Alcohol, Volcanic Ash, Glycerin, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Stearic Acid, Bentonite, Palmitic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Arginine, Hydroxypropyl Phosphate Starch, Sorbitan Stearate, Juglans Regia Shell Powder, Iron Oxides Ci 77499, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Lactic Acid Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Iron Oxides Ci 77492, Disodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Iron Oxides Ci 77491, Colloidal Sulfur, Myristic Acid, Arachidic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Nitrogen
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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