Environ Tri BioBotanical Revival Masque for skin with dark spots
Lactic Acid
Mandelic Acid
Asiatic Acid
Pentylene Glycol
Cetearyl Alcohol
Average
- HighNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for skin with dark spots; other nourishing masks fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dark spots: hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and uneven skin tone. 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 normal skin, as lactic acid and mandelic acid provide resurfacing benefits to address pigmentation. Asiatic acid further aids in skin renewal and texture refinement.
- The formulation is highly suitable for normal skin due to the keratolytic action of these acids, promoting exfoliation and skin renewal.
- The product is safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your creamy mask PM routine once a week to start, then increase frequency if your normal skin feels good. Always remember to wear SPF during the day to protect your skin.
- Apply the creamy mask after cleansing and toning, and before your usual moisturizer. This helps lock in all the good ingredients for your skin.
- Smooth an even layer of the creamy mask over your face while avoiding the eye area. Do not rub it in harshly.
- Apply the creamy mask on dry skin since your skin is not sensitive and can handle active ingredients well. Let it sit for the recommended time before rinsing or patting in.
- Always do a patch test before your first use to check for any allergic reactions. Avoid mixing this mask with strong acids in the exact same routine.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, this masque is praised for transforming skin texture and providing a radiant glow. It effectively addresses concerns like aging, uneven tone, and dullness, leading to smoother, firmer, and more resilient skin. Some users experience an initial stinging sensation and note a strong odor, and it is recommended to introduce the product gradually.
Highlights
Improves texture Often Mentioned
- “Noticeable difference in texture after just one use.”
- “Made a huge difference to the texture and quality of my skin.”
- “Skin feels smoother and more hydrated.”
Visible glow Often Mentioned
- “Loving the glow.”
- “Skin had a glow to it.”
- “Skin that is smooth, soft, and glowing.”
Effective anti-aging Sometimes Noted
- “Facelift in a jar.”
- “Helps to improve the appearance of a firmer, regenerated skin.”
- “Targets photo-damaged skin and evens skin texture.”
Fades pigmentation Sometimes Noted
- “Pores, blemishes, scars and marks have faded.”
- “Visibly reduces pigmentation, scarring, fine lines.”
- “Lighten pigmentation and boost collagen.”
Gradual introduction needed Sometimes Noted
- “Initially introduced it to my skincare routine very slowly.”
- “Must be introduced gradually, starting with once or twice a week.”
- “If skin feels slightly dry reduce usage.”
Initial stinging Sometimes Noted
- “Despite the initial sting...”
- “It was very uncomfortable once first applied.”
- “I did feel a bit itchy in places.”
Strong odor Rarely Noted
- “Chemical/plastic odour is pretty overpowering.”
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Questions and answers
How well does Environ Tri BioBotanical Revival Masque work for skin with dark spots?
Environ Tri BioBotanical Revival Masque works reasonably well for skin with dark spots, offering moderate resurfacing to help fade pigmentation and renew texture. This nourishing mask needs effective brightening ingredients like Niacinamide and Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, along with soothing agents, to fit this skin even better.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for skin with dark spots?
Lactic acid, mandelic acid, and asiatic acid make this mask a good fit by providing moderate resurfacing to help fade dark spots and refine your skin texture. Because other products fit dark spots even better, a mask for this skin needs brightening ingredients like niacinamide, soothing extracts, and plenty of hydrating components to even out skin tone safely.
What does Lactic Acid do for skin with dark spots?
Lactic acid helps fade dark spots and even out skin tone. It works by gently removing dead surface skin and helping with pigment concerns.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2020Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2010
What does Mandelic Acid do for skin with dark spots?
Mandelic acid helps fade dark spots and uneven skin tone while being generally gentle on the skin. It works by gently exfoliating the outer layer to reveal fresher, more even skin underneath. To properly treat dark spots, a product of this type needs additional brightening ingredients and soothing agents to calm the skin and improve pigment reduction.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for skin with dark spots?
This mask goes into a weekly routine for skin with dark spots, applied after cleansing and before your treatment and moisturizer. Because this product offers an average fit, skin with dark spots generally needs a nourishing mask that combines gentle exfoliating acids for dark spots with soothing ingredients to brighten evenly.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your weekly routine, but avoid applying it on the same nights you use retinol to help prevent dryness and irritation. Using them on separate days allows the acids in the mask and the retinol to work effectively while keeping your skin calm and comfortable.
How often should I use this mask?
Use this mask once a week to start, and if your skin tolerates it well and shows good results, you can carefully use it more often. A product of this type for skin with dark spots needs ingredients like lactic acid, mandelic acid, and asiatic acid to gently remove dead surface cells and help renew your skin.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for skin with dark spots?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts because it features gentle exfoliating acids that help clear away dead skin cells, though you may need to introduce it slowly as reviewers mention initial stinging. Skincare for dark spots typically needs exfoliating ingredients like lactic acid, mandelic acid, and asiatic acid to help renew the skin and fade pigmentation smoothly.
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
Application 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, 2020Treatment with 45% mandelic acid peel showed nearly equal overall efficacy as 30% salicylic acid peel in patients with mild-to-moderate facial acne vulgaris, but with fewer adverse effects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Chemical peels using 35% glycolic acid, 20% salicylic-10% mandelic acid, and phytic acid reduce acne scores by 70.55%, 74.14%, and 69.7% respectively, and significantly decline the postacne hyperpigmentation index in Asian patients with mild to moderate acne.
Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, 2019Commonly used chemical peels showed no significant differences in effectiveness for acne vulgaris in most comparisons, though combined salicylic and mandelic acid peeling was superior to glycolic acid and glycolic acid was superior to placebo, based on twelve randomized controlled trials.
BMJ Open, 2018Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020A 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, 2017Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Exposure of epidermal full-thickness skin equivalents to a blend of betaine, pentylene glycol, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, and Rhodiola rosea root extract significantly increased antioxidant, skin barrier, and oxidative stress biomarkers while reducing the negative impact of hydrogen peroxide on MMP3, MMP12, FBN2, ANXA1, and HGF, whereas a blend of Narcissus tazetta bulb extract and Schisandra chinensis fruit extract significantly increased 8 growth factors, 7 signaling, 7 structural/barrier function, 7 oxidative stress biomarkers, and specific microRNAs over control levels.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2018
Ingredients
Water, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Propylene Glycol, Peg-40 Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Mandelic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Ceteareth-20, Disodium Edta
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