REN Clean Skincare Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask for dry skin
Glycolic Acid
Lactic Acid
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Pineapple Fruit Extract
Grape Seed OilCaution
- LowDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- RiskySafety
A poor match for dry skin; the cleansing masks alongside fit it better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015
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 moderate exfoliation for your dry skin due to lactic acid and papaya fruit extract, which smooth texture but may be drying due to alcohol denat and other fruit extracts.
- Grape seed oil and glycerin provide some hydration and soothing benefits, but the overall formula offers limited benefits for dry skin.
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 400+ reviewsThis mask is highly praised for providing an immediate glow and smoother skin texture, transforming dull complexions. While many enjoy its pleasant citrus scent and find it gently exfoliating, a significant number of users note its sticky consistency and difficulty in removal. Some users with sensitive skin have experienced irritation, and a small group dislikes the scent.
Highlights
Instant radiance Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves skin glowing”
- “instant brightness”
- “looks like I had a facial”
- “radiance recharge”
Smoother texture Mostly Mentioned
- “skin feels baby soft”
- “smooths out texture”
- “refined pores”
- “polished feel”
Pleasant scent Often Mentioned
- “smells like orange marmalade”
- “delicious citrus scent”
- “yummy fruity smell”
- “fresh orange blossom”
Sticky consistency Often Mentioned
- “very sticky texture”
- “feels like honey/glue”
- “hair gets stuck in it”
- “messy to apply”
Gentle exfoliation Sometimes Noted
- “no harsh stinging”
- “gentle but effective”
- “didn't dry me out”
- “mild tingle only”
Difficult removal Sometimes Noted
- “hard to rinse off”
- “need to scrub it off”
- “leaves a film if not careful”
- “takes effort to remove”
Scent dislike Rarely Noted
- “smells like rotting fruit”
- “scent is too strong”
- “strange fermented smell”
- “overpowering fragrance”
Sensitivity/Irritation Rarely Noted
- “caused redness”
- “stung too much”
- “broke me out”
- “too strong for sensitive skin”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with the REN Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask for dry skin?
Lovi advises caution because this mask contains exfoliating acids and fruit extracts that may dry out your skin. While ingredients like glycerin and grape seed oil offer some soothing relief, a product for dry skin needs rich hydrating ingredients and gentle soothing agents to truly nourish and comfort dry areas.
Which ingredients make this mask a poor fit for dry skin?
Alcohol denat and fruit extracts make this mask a poor fit because they may be drying on dry skin. To properly care for dry skin, a product of this type needs richer hydrating ingredients and soothing agents to lock in moisture and prevent irritation.
What does Glycolic Acid do for dry skin?
Glycolic acid helps smooth and soften dry skin by speeding up the shedding of older surface cells. Because it can also cause the skin to lose more moisture, dry skin needs extra hydrating ingredients like glycerin or hyaluronic acid alongside it to keep the skin comfortable.
What does Lactic Acid do for dry skin?
Lactic acid helps relieve dry skin by drawing in moisture and strengthening the skin's barrier so it stays soft and smooth. This ingredient gently sheds dead cells and supports natural moisturizing factors, making it very useful for improving rough or flaky areas.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2025Skin Research and Technology, 2013
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This mask may be too drying for dry skin because of alcohol denat and fruit extracts, offering only limited benefits. A mask for dry skin needs nourishing oils and deep hydrators like glycerin to lock in moisture and soothe the skin.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You should use caution combining this mask with retinol, as it may be too drying for dry skin when used together. Instead, dry skin needs products that provide deep hydration and soothing nourishment with ingredients like ceramides and rich oils.
How often should I use this mask?
This mask is a poor match for dry skin because it may cause dryness, so you should use it cautiously and only once a week to see how your skin reacts. Dry skin needs a nourishing mask with rich oils and hydrating ingredients instead of harsh exfoliating acids and drying alcohols.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry skin, though the exfoliating acids may cause mild flaking or irritation. A product for this skin needs richer hydrators like glycerin and soothing plant oils to comfort dry patches without drying alcohol.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It contains fragrance (parfum, benzyl alcohol, citral, geraniol, limonene, and linalool) and drying alcohol (alcohol denat).
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, 2017Topical application of a water-in-oil emulsion containing 2% Muscat hamburg grape seed extract significantly improved melanin, elasticity, and sebum content compared to a placebo in human volunteers over 8 weeks, with no reported skin hypersensitivity.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2015Repeated 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, 2017Application 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, 2020Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016A fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres in aqueous gel applied once daily for 12 weeks achieved a 41% mean reduction in GAGS score and a 40.8% mean reduction in total lesions, with 15.3% of patients experiencing mild to moderate local side effects, in 94 evaluable patients with comedonal-papular, mild to moderate acne of the face.
Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015Reflux extraction of Carica papaya leaves yielded higher antioxidant capacity and superior in vitro wound-healing activities including fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and collagen synthesis in human skin fibroblasts compared to ultrasonic-assisted extraction and agitation.
Molecules, 2020Oral bromelain slightly reduced pain compared to controls (mean difference -0.27) and topical bromelain reduced time to complete debridement by 6.89 days, with no major health risks reported.
Nutrition and Health, 2023An upcycled pineapple leaf fibre crosspolymer forms a physical barrier that protects against environmental aggressors while providing antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antipollution, UV protection, hydration, and hair benefits.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026A coaxial electrospun core-shell nanofiber scaffold delivering bromelain and salvianolic acid B demonstrated sustained drug release, in vitro endothelial cell migration, increased capillary formation in an in ovo assay, and in vivo efficacy for skin regeneration and wound healing.
Biomedical Materials, 2017Grapeseed oil-loaded dermocosmetic nanoemulgel applied on the cheeks of healthy volunteers significantly reduced skin melanin, erythema, sebum production, and pores while increasing moisture and elasticity compared to a placebo.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical treatment with cranberry oil and grape oil improved wound healing in rats, with cranberry oil showing an 88.1% wound area reduction and grape oil showing 84.6% compared to 74.1% in controls and 78.4% in the mupirocin standard group on day 13.
Phytotherapy Research, 2011An ionic liquid-based grapeseed oil emulsion increased transdermal penetration by 4.63-fold and improved skin hydration, firmness, elasticity, and facial wrinkles after 28 days of continuous use compared to ordinary emulsion.
Pharmaceuticals, 2024
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Lecithin, Lactic Acid, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil Grape Seed Oil, Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil, Lemon Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Cranberry Seed Oil, Maltodextrin, Sodium Lactate, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Pineapple Fruit Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract Grape Fruit Extract, Parfum, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil Mandarin Orange Peel Oil, Grapefruit Peel Oil, Tangerine Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil Flower, Alcohol Denat, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopherol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract Rosemary Leaf Extract, Sodium Bisulfite, Citral, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
Behind this fit score
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