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Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask for dry skin

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Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask

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  • LowDry Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

A weak 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 moderate cleansing for your dry skin, as kaolin and phaseolus angularis seed powder help absorb excess oil and impurities, though these ingredients can be drying and are not specifically targeted for dry or flaky skin.
  • While glycerin and phaseolus angularis seed extract provide some hydration and soothing benefits, the formula lacks significant emollient or humectant ingredients to adequately counteract the drying effects of kaolin and hectorite.
  • The product is safe for your dry skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.

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

★4.7Overall rating based on 7.0k+ reviews

This wash-off mask is praised for its unique soft clay texture that absorbs excess sebum without stripping moisture, making it ideal for oily and combination skin types. Users report a refreshing, cooling sensation and smoother skin texture. Based on a very large amount of data, this should be definitely taken into account. It is better suited for gentle maintenance rather than aggressive blackhead removal.

Highlights

  • Non-drying formula Mostly Mentioned
    • “doesn't dry out skin”
    • “leaves face feeling soft”
    • “creamy texture stays wet”
    • “no tight feeling”
  • Gentle exfoliation Often Mentioned
    • “beans are not harsh”
    • “leaves skin baby smooth”
    • “gentle scrubbing effect”
    • “perfect for sensitive skin”
  • Pore and oil control Often Mentioned
    • “pores look cleaner”
    • “absorbs oil well”
    • “skin looks matte”
    • “helps with sebaceous filaments”
  • Cooling sensation Sometimes Noted
    • “feels nice and cold”
    • “calms down heat”
    • “very refreshing feeling”
    • “great for summer”
  • Messy removal Sometimes Noted
    • “beans get stuck in sink”
    • “hard to wash off”
    • “leaves residue in hairline”
    • “messy to rinse”
  • Mild effectiveness Rarely Noted
    • “didn't clear blackheads”
    • “too gentle for me”
    • “expected more exfoliation”
    • “results are temporary”
  • Rare irritation Rarely Noted
    • “caused burning sensation”
    • “face turned red”
    • “irritated my barrier”
  • Scent dislikes Rarely Noted
    • “smells like plastic”
    • “weird earthy smell”
    • “scent is overpowering”
    • “smells like bananas”

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Questions and answers

Why is Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask a weak match for dry skin?

This mask is a weak match for dry skin because its clay and powders absorb oil and can leave the skin feeling dry, while lacking enough heavy moisturizing ingredients to balance it out. A cleansing mask for dry skin needs extra hydrating and softening ingredients to keep the skin comfortable and smooth.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Which ingredients make this mask a poor fit for dry skin?

The kaolin and phaseolus angularis seed powder make this mask a weak match for your dry skin because they absorb oil and impurities, which can dry out skin. To care for dry skin properly, a cleansing mask of this type needs rich softening and deep moisturizing ingredients.

What does Red Bean Seed do for dry skin?

Red bean seed helps improve moisture levels and keeps dry skin feeling soft and smooth. Studies show it effectively boosts hydration and supports skin health.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2019

What does Glycerin do for dry skin?

Glycerin helps dry skin by drawing in moisture and keeping it locked in, which makes the skin feel much softer and smoother. It also supports your natural skin barrier to stop water from escaping easily. A product for dry skin needs extra ingredients like hyaluronic acid and soothing plant extracts to truly calm and hydrate dry patches.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008

Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for dry skin?

This mask is not a good fit for dry skin because its clay and exfoliating powder absorb oil and can leave skin dry. A product of this type for dry skin needs rich, moisturizing ingredients like heavy plant oils and butters or extra moisture-attracting components to keep skin soft.

Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?

This cleansing mask is a weak match for your dry skin because it contains clay that can absorb oil and dry you out further, so it needs rich moisturizing and skin-softening ingredients to keep your face comfortable. It is unlikely to irritate your skin, but using it alongside retinol may cause extra dryness. If you still want to use them together, apply the mask on a separate day or ensure you follow up with a deeply nourishing moisturizer to protect your skin barrier.

How often should I use this mask?

This cleansing mask is a weak match for your dry skin because its clay and powders absorb oil but can leave your skin feeling dry. To care for dry skin, this type of product needs rich moisturizing and softening ingredients to keep your skin smooth and comfortable.

Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?

This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin. It is safe for your skin with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients.

Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.

What the research says

  • Application of Phaseolus angularis seed extract (PASE) cream led to significant decreases in eye wrinkle roughness parameters (R1, R4, and R5 by 18.1%, 18.6%, and 25.0%) and nearly doubled skin moisture improvement compared to placebo in 21 healthy adult women over 12 weeks.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024

  • 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, 2017

  • Phaseolus angularis seed extract treatment at 100 µg/mL counteracted UVB-induced damage in HaCaT keratinocytes by reducing ROS formation, MMP-1, and MMP-3 expression while increasing procollagen type I production compared to untreated UVB-exposed cells.

    Molecules, 2023

  • Vigna angularis hot-water extract (VAE) and its component rutin protect against UVB-induced skin aging by suppressing MMP-1 production and promoting elastin, procollagen type I, and TGF-β1 expression in normal human dermal fibroblasts and hairless mice.

    Journal of Medicinal Food, 2014

  • The 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, 2020

  • Ten 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

  • Niacinamide/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, 2012

  • 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, 2024

  • Twice-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, 2023

  • Clay 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, 2012

  • Topical micro emulsion and gel formulations of Hedera helix L. extracts showed fast absorption and significantly different pharmacokinetic parameters compared to oral dosing in rabbits.

    Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2019

  • A 5% Pyrus communis fruit extract loaded emulgel applied to healthy human volunteers decreased skin melanin, erythema, and sebum levels while increasing skin elasticity and moisture content compared to a placebo.

    Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2019

  • Pyrus communis and Cydonia oblonga fruit extract loaded emulgels significantly enhanced facial skin elasticity and retraction ability compared to base in 26 female subjects over 90 days, with Cydonia oblonga showing more pronounced results.

    Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2022

  • Pear seed water extract significantly reduces UVA-induced skin cell death, oxidative stress, inflammation, and skin barrier damage in HaCaT cells and hairless mice compared to untreated UVA-exposed controls.

    Pharmaceuticals, 2024

Why other cleansing masks fit dry skin better

Ingredients

Phaseolus Angularis Seed, Glycerin, Kaolin, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phaseolus Angularis Seed Powder, Hectorite, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Olivate, Ultramarines, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hedera Helix Stem Extract Leaf, Water, Polyisobutene, Pyrus Malus Leaf Extract, Strawberry Fruit Extract, Ci 77491, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, Sorbitan Oleate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane

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.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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