innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask for dry skin
Super Volcanic Clusters
Kaolin
Bentonite
GlycerinWarning
- 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
- Offers excellent pore cleansing for your dry skin due to volcanic ash and kaolin absorbing excess sebum and impurities, but the lactic and glycolic acids may cause dryness.
- While the formula is free of harsh ingredients and poses no irritation risk for dry skin, it lacks sufficient humectants and emollients to counteract the drying effects of the clays.
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
★4.6Overall rating based on 15.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this clay mask is widely celebrated by users with oily and combination skin for its ability to deeply cleanse pores and control excess sebum without being overly harsh. While it effectively exfoliates and leaves skin feeling smoother and tighter, individuals with dry or sensitive skin often find it too drying or irritating.
Highlights
Deep pore cleansing Mostly Mentioned
- “My pores shrunk so fast”
- “draws everything out”
- “pores look visibly reduced”
- “clears blackheads on nose”
Oil & sebum control Often Mentioned
- “hempas minyak (removes oil)”
- “absorbs excess sebum”
- “T-zone looks more matte”
- “great for oily skin”
Smoother skin texture Often Mentioned
- “skin feels extra clean and smooth”
- “baby soft afterwards”
- “gentle exfoliation”
- “improves complexion”
Cooling sensation Sometimes Noted
- “weirdly cooling in a good way”
- “refreshing tingle”
- “cooling effect”
- “feels soothing”
Drying or stripping Sometimes Noted
- “too drying for dry skin”
- “face felt tight”
- “stripped my skin”
- “not dry girl friendly”
Hard texture Sometimes Noted
- “hard to scoop out”
- “texture is dry and stiff”
- “dried out in the pot”
- “hardens quickly”
Difficult removal Rarely Noted
- “messy to wash off”
- “takes a while to rinse”
- “residue left behind”
- “need a washcloth to remove”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “left my face red”
- “broke me out bad”
- “stinging sensation”
- “inflamed after use”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise against the innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask for dry skin?
This mask is a poor match for dry skin because its clays absorb oil and its acids can cause dryness, while lacking enough heavy moisture ingredients to keep skin soft. A cleansing mask for dry skin needs gentle hydrating ingredients and soothing agents to prevent tightness and dryness.
Which ingredients make this mask a poor fit for dry skin?
Kaolin, bentonite, and volcanic ash absorb oil so well that they may dry out dry skin, while the lactic and glycolic acids add to that dryness. A product of this type needs rich hydrating and soothing ingredients to keep dry skin soft and comfortable.
What do Super Volcanic Clusters do for dry skin?
Super Volcanic Clusters are not a good fit for dry skin because they soak up oils and may leave your face feeling too dry and tight. Products for dry skin need rich, creamy ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture and keep your skin soft and smooth.
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 mask go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This mask is a poor match for dry skin because its clays absorb oil while lacking enough hydrating ingredients to prevent dryness. A mask for dry skin needs nourishing ingredients and plenty of moisture to keep the skin soft and smooth.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
It is best to avoid using this mask when you have dry skin, as it lacks enough ingredients to keep skin soft and may dry you out further. A mask for this skin needs plenty of hydrating ingredients and skin-softening oils to prevent dryness.
How often should I use this mask?
This mask is a poor match for dry skin, so Lovi advises against using it. A product of this type needs rich moisturizing ingredients like plant oils and heavy butters to keep dry skin soft and smooth.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores since it contains clays that absorb excess oil and impurities, but it lacks sufficient moisturizing ingredients to prevent dry patches. Dry skin needs a formula rich in hydrating humectants and nourishing oils to stay soft and smooth.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
Vectorization 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, 2012Quaternized carboxymethyl chitosan/organic montmorillonite nanocomposite demonstrated superior moisture-adsorption and retention compared to hyaluronic acid, good UV-protection ability, negligible dermal irritation, and prominent moisture-retention efficacy on human stratum corneum when formulated into a cosmetic cream.
Carbohydrate Polymers, 2017A 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, 2025A 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, 2017The 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, 2001
Ingredients
Water, Titanium Dioxide Ci 77891, Butylene Glycol, Silica, Glycerin, Trehalose, Volcanic Ash, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Bentonite, Kaolin, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pvp, 1,2-Hexanediol, Peg-100 Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Iron Oxides Ci 77499, Hydrogenated Oil, Xanthan Gum, Juglans Regia Shell Powder, Sorbitan Stearate, Zea Mays Starch, Polyacrylate-13, Polysorbate 20, Iron Oxides Ci 77492, Mannitol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Lactic Acid, Lactic Acid Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Iron Oxides Ci 77491, Menthoxypropanediol, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Disodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol
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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