SK-II Facial Treatment Mask for sensitive skin
Pitera Essence- Saccharomycopsis Ferment Filtrate
Butylene Glycol
Xanthan Gum
Average
- SuperiorNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for sensitive skin; other nourishing masks 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 hydration and texture smoothing for your normal skin due to saccharomycopsis ferment filtrate, which also provides general soothing benefits for redness.
- Sodium salicylate offers mild exfoliation, which can help with irritation, but the formula lacks specialized ingredients to directly target your sensitivity concerns.
- The product is safe for your sensitive skin as it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start by using the sheet mask 3 times a week and increase if your skin feels good.
- Apply the sheet mask right after cleansing and toning, but always before your daily moisturizer or SPF.
- Unfold the sheet mask and gently press it onto your face, avoiding any harsh rubbing. Leave it on for ten to fifteen minutes.
- For sensitive skin, apply the sheet mask on completely dry skin to ensure better comfort and tolerance.
- Always avoid the delicate eye area and do a quick patch test before your very first use.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 3.4k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this sheet mask is highly praised for providing an immediate glow and deep hydration, effectively plumping fine lines and smoothing skin texture. Users frequently note its benefits as an emergency treatment for dry or dull skin before events. However, the high price and thick mask material are commonly cited as significant drawbacks.
Highlights
Deep Hydration Mostly Mentioned
- “flooded my skin with moisture”
- “dry patches vanished immediately”
- “face felt noticeably plump”
- “restored moisture better than any cream”
Instant Radiance Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves me with a red carpet glow”
- “skin looks instantly brighter and healthier”
- “gave me a glasslike finish”
- “perfect pre-event pick-me-up”
Exorbitant Price Mostly Mentioned
- “so darn expensive”
- “definitely a splurge item only”
- “results are great but the cost is painful”
Smoothes Texture Often Mentioned
- “pores became miraculously invisible”
- “skin felt soft and supple”
- “makeup glided on perfectly afterwards”
- “evened out my skin tone”
Generous Serum Sometimes Noted
- “packet is absolutely drenched”
- “enough leftover serum for my neck and hands”
- “saved the extra liquid for the next day”
- “saturated with product”
Poor Sheet Fit Sometimes Noted
- “cotton is too thick and heavy”
- “doesn't contour to the nose well”
- “slides off if you don't lie down”
- “fit is bulky and outdated”
Sticky Residue Rarely Noted
- “dried to a tacky finish”
- “felt sticky and slimy afterwards”
- “pilled when I applied moisturizer on top”
- “left a heavy film”
Unpleasant Scent Rarely Noted
- “smells slightly like saliva”
- “has a funky yeast scent”
- “weird fermented smell”
- “scent is gross but tolerable”
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Questions and answers
How well does SK-II Facial Treatment Mask work for sensitive skin?
This mask works okay for sensitive skin by giving you moderate moisture and smoothing your texture, but it lacks targeted ingredients for your specific sensitivities. Masks that fit this skin better need specialized soothing ingredients that calm redness and irritation without any risk of upset, along with rich hydrating and balancing agents.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for sensitive skin?
Saccharomycopsis ferment filtrate makes this mask a good fit because it provides general soothing benefits for redness, while sodium salicylate offers mild exfoliation that may help with irritation. However, this skin type needs a product that includes effective soothing ingredients specifically chosen to address redness and irritation without any risk of irritation.
What does Pitera Essence do for sensitive skin?
Pitera Essence helps calm sensitive skin by reducing redness and soothing irritation while supporting the skin barrier. It is unlikely to cause trouble, and its antioxidant properties protect against daily stress. This type of product works best when it includes soothing ingredients that keep moisture locked in without feeling heavy.
What does Water do for sensitive skin?
Using cool water for facial cleansing preserves skin barrier integrity and lowers skin surface pH in healthy adults. This helps keep skin calm and hydrated without causing the irritation associated with warmer water.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This nourishing mask goes in your weekly routine after a cleanser and enzyme powder, and before a treatment and moisturizer. It is safe for your sensitive skin because it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your weekly routine, but sensitive skin needs a product with specialized barrier-strengthening ingredients and soothing agents to handle strong actives like retinol comfortably.
How often should I use this mask?
You can use this nourishing mask once a week as part of your weekly routine. Sensitive skin needs a mask with soothing ingredients and extra barrier-calming components to keep it calm and comfortable.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for sensitive skin since it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients. However, it lacks specialized ingredients to directly target sensitivity concerns, so sensitive skin needs a product with strong calming ingredients and gentle hydrators to soothe redness and prevent irritation.
What the research says
Saccharomycopsis Ferment Filtrate inhibits lipopolysaccharide-induced nitric oxide production and iNOS protein expression in RAW264.7 macrophages and protects artificial epidermis against lipopolysaccharide- or ultraviolet radiation-induced damages.
Journal of Dermatological Science, 2006Biodegradable wound dressings functionalized with silver nanoparticles showed >99% pathogen growth inhibition, bactericidal effects, free radical scavenging, reduced inflammatory response in macrophages, and accelerated wound healing in animals.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2022A topical xanthan gum nanogel containing gamma-oryzanol-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers and nanosized TiO2 and MBBT filters demonstrated high photoprotection with an SPF of 34 and no skin irritation or sensitization in a rat model.
Pharmaceuticals, 2023Dense chitosan-xanthan membranes associated with multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells accelerated wound healing in Wistar rats compared to untreated conditions, demonstrating safety and feasibility for dermo-epidermal wound treatment.
Journal of Biomaterials Applications, 2015
Why other nourishing masks fit sensitive skin better
Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Application of Galactomyces ferment filtrate skin care formula significantly reduced the net values and daily fluctuation of facial pore area, roughness, and redness in young Japanese women.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021
Ingredients
Water, Saccharomycopsis Ferment Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Salicylate, Methylparaben, Disodium Edta
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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