Some By Mi Super Matcha Pore Clean Clay Mask for dry sensitive skin
Matcha Green Tea
Kaolin
Glycerin
Centella Asiatica Extract
Tree Leaf Water
Caution
- CautionDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- RiskySafety
A poor match for dry sensitive skin; the cleansing masks alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, 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 or flaky skin due to capryloyl salicylic acid, but the bentonite and magnesium aluminum silicate can be drying and exacerbate dryness. This formulation lacks sufficient emollient and humectant ingredients to counteract the drying effects, making it unsuitable for your dry skin type.
- While the capryloyl salicylic acid and bentonite provide excellent pore cleansing, the overall formulation is not ideal for your dry and sensitive skin.
How to apply
- Use your cleansing mask PM once a week as part of your weekly routine, and increase to twice a week if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the cleansing mask after cleansing and enzyme powder, but before your hydrating toner, serum, and moisturizer.
- Smooth an even layer of the cleansing mask over your face while gently avoiding any unnecessary rubbing.
- Apply the cleansing mask to clean and dry skin to ensure better comfort for your sensitive skin type.
- Always avoid the eye area and do a patch test before using the cleansing mask for the first time.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 5.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this clay mask is highly recommended for oily and combination skin, effectively deep cleaning pores and managing sebum without causing dryness. Users frequently praise its creamy texture and soothing components. However, results for persistent blackheads may take time, and individuals with dry or very sensitive skin should exercise caution.
Highlights
Non-drying and gentle Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't strip dry my skin”
- “no uncomfortable squeaky clean tightness”
- “skin feels soft, not dry”
Effective pore cleansing Often Mentioned
- “pores look smaller”
- “helped reduce my blackheads”
- “skin texture is so much better”
Pleasant texture Often Mentioned
- “spreads soft on my skin”
- “creamy consistency”
- “easy to apply and wash off”
Nice scent Sometimes Noted
- “scent is relaxing”
- “fresh matcha smell”
- “smells like matcha”
Soothing and refreshing Sometimes Noted
- “calmed slight redness”
- “feels refreshing”
- “soothing ingredients like tea tree”
Can be drying Sometimes Noted
- “felt too drying on cheeks”
- “slightly drying during colder seasons”
- “not for overly dry skin”
Mild/Slow results Rarely Noted
- “didn't see anything drastic”
- “didn't provide big changes for acne”
- “results weren't very comforting”
Physical irritation Rarely Noted
- “stings on irritated skin”
- “granules... caution for sensitive skin”
- “caused irritation”
Price point Rarely Noted
- “expensive”
- “pricey for the amount”
- “invest in good... clay masks”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with Some By Mi Super Matcha Mask for dry sensitive skin?
This mask may dry out and irritate dry sensitive skin because it contains bentonite and magnesium aluminum silicate without enough moisturizing and hydrating ingredients to balance them out. A cleansing mask for this skin type needs rich hydrating and nourishing ingredients that provide moisture retention and skin barrier support without any risk of irritation.
Which ingredients make this mask a poor fit for dry sensitive skin?
Bentonite and magnesium aluminum silicate make this mask a poor fit because they can dry out your skin, and the formula lacks enough moisturizing and softening ingredients to balance that out. Cleansing masks for dry sensitive skin need effective moisturizing and nourishing ingredients that provide excellent hydration and protect the skin barrier without irritation.
What does Matcha Green Tea do for dry sensitive skin?
Matcha Green Tea helps calm dry sensitive skin by reducing redness and irritation while improving overall moisture. It provides soothing antioxidant benefits that support the skin barrier and protect against environmental stress.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2019
What does Kaolin Clay do for dry sensitive skin?
Kaolin clay is a poor fit for dry sensitive skin because it absorbs natural oils and can worsen dryness and irritation. A product of this type needs soothing, hydrating ingredients and a gentle formula to protect dry and delicate skin.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
It is best to avoid using this cleansing mask with retinol because it can strip your dry skin and cause redness and irritation. A product of this type for dry and sensitive skin needs plenty of gentle hydrating ingredients and skin-softening moisturizers to protect your natural barrier.
How often should I use this mask?
This mask is a poor match for your dry and sensitive skin because its clays and exfoliating ingredients may dry you out further. To use a product of this type safely on dry skin, it needs plenty of rich moisturizing ingredients and soothing elements to keep your face soft and comfortable.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cleansing mask is unlikely to clog your pores because it deeply cleanses them, but it can dry out your dry sensitive skin. A product of this type needs more moisturizing and softening ingredients to keep your skin smooth and comfortable.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Topical green tea extract significantly improved clinical symptoms, tear breakup times, and meibomian gland health compared to standard treatment in patients with dry eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017Topical low-dose green tea extract reduces UVB-induced p53 expression and apoptosis in human skin keratinocytes compared to placebo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2009An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Vectorization 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, 2012A 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, 2001Topical 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, 2020Moisturizer 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, 2019Topical treatment with 5% vitamin C and 0.1% madecassoside significantly improved clinical scores for wrinkles, suppleness, firmness, roughness, and skin hydration, along with functional and structural remodeling of the elastic fiber network in 20 female volunteers with photoaged skin after 6 months compared to baseline.
Experimental Dermatology, 2008
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide Ci 77891, Bentonite, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Caramel, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Silica, Camellia Sinensis Leaf, Houttuynia Cordata Powder, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Willow Bark Extract, Rosa Rugosa Leaf Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Water Glacier Water, Melaleuca Alternifolia Tree Leaf Water, Water Carbonated Water, Allantoin, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Polyvinyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Benzyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Raspberry Ketone
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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