Celimax The Real Noni Refresh Clay Mask for combination skin
Average
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for combination skin; other cleansing masks fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. 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 combination skin as kaolin and bentonite clays absorb excess sebum and impurities, while Morinda Citrifolia Extract and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract provide soothing benefits.
- The formula provides general hydration and cleansing suitable for oily shine, though it does not offer specialized management for oiliness.
- The product is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use this cleansing mask during your PM routine once a week to control oil. Start slowly 3 times a week and increase if your skin feels comfortable.
- Apply the cleansing mask after the cleansing step and before using your hydrating toner. This ensures it works effectively on your skin.
- Spread an even layer over your face using gentle motions. Avoid any harsh rubbing to keep your skin calm.
- Apply the mask to clean and slightly damp skin for the best results. This helps the product target oily shine efficiently.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a simple patch test before your very first use.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsThis clay mask is widely praised for its unique ability to deep cleanse pores without stripping moisture, making it a favorite for users with sensitive, dry, or dehydrated oily skin. While most users report softer, smoother skin and reduced redness, a minority find it too gentle for stubborn blackheads or dislike its natural herbal scent.
Highlights
Non-drying Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't dry down completely”
- “leaves skin very soft”
- “not stripping at all”
- “moisturizing finish”
Easy to rinse Often Mentioned
- “washes off easily”
- “smooth texture”
- “glides on nicely”
- “easy removal”
Gentle and soothing Often Mentioned
- “great for sensitive skin”
- “very soothing”
- “didn't irritate my face”
- “calms redness”
Pore cleansing Sometimes Noted
- “pores look smaller”
- “skin feels fresh”
- “cleanses sebum well”
- “face feels detoxed”
Herbal scent Sometimes Noted
- “smells like herbs”
- “strong medicinal scent”
- “scent is overpowering”
- “earthy smell”
Price vs size Rarely Noted
- “finished it quickly”
- “tube is small”
- “wish it was bigger”
- “pricey for size”
Too gentle Rarely Noted
- “didn't see big results”
- “too mild for blackheads”
- “wanted deeper cleanse”
- “average performance”
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Questions and answers
How well does Celimax The Real Noni Refresh Clay Mask work for combination skin?
This cleansing mask offers moderate cleansing for combination skin by absorbing excess oil with clays and soothing the skin, though other products fit this skin type better. Combination skin needs potent oil-controlling ingredients like salicylic acid and zinc oxide alongside balancing hydrators to properly manage shine and dryness.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for combination skin?
Kaolin and bentonite clays absorb excess oil, while extracts like noni and green tea help calm the skin. To work best for combination skin, a product of this type needs powerful oil-controlling ingredients like salicylic acid alongside hydrating agents to balance both oily and dry areas.
Experimental Dermatology, 2009Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
What does Noni Extract do for combination skin?
Noni Extract helps calm redness and protects combination skin from everyday sun damage. It also supports the skin barrier to keep dry areas soft while balancing oily zones.
Journal of Natural Medicines, 2009BioMed Research International, 2014
What does Kaolin Clay do for combination skin?
Kaolin clay helps absorb excess oil in oily areas while keeping dry patches comfortable and calm. This gentle mineral ingredient is unlikely to irritate sensitive combination skin.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This cleansing mask fits into a weekly evening routine, after cleansing and an enzyme powder, and before a hydrating toner, treatment, and moisturizer. Combination skin needs a product that provides targeted oil control and specialized management for excess oiliness.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this cleansing mask in your weekly routine, but apply it on a different night than your retinol to avoid irritation. Combination skin with an average fit needs soothing extracts and gentle hydration to keep your skin calm while managing oily shine.
How often should I use this mask?
You can use this cleansing mask once a week as part of your weekly routine. To better manage oiliness and shine on combination skin, this type of product also needs targeted oil-control ingredients and balancing care.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on combination skin because it uses soothing plant extracts and gentle clays to absorb excess oil. However, a product for this skin type also needs targeted oil control ingredients to fully manage shine and prevent clogged pores.
Experimental Dermatology, 2009Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol).
What the research says
Topical 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, 2019A 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, 2017Licochalcone A activated Nrf2 signaling, elevated cytoprotective enzymes, increased the reduced-to-oxidized glutathione ratio, and decreased reactive oxygen species in human fibroblasts and neutrophils, while a LicA-rich licorice extract lowered UVA-induced oxidative processes in vivo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2015Morinda citrifolia leaf extracts increased the UVB dose required to induce erythema by almost 3.5 times compared to untreated skin and inhibited histamine H-1 receptor binding by 57% in volunteers and in vitro assays.
Journal of Natural Medicines, 2009Morinda citrifolia extracts containing α-EG and pinoresinol induced stimulatory and inhibitory gene expression related to collagen and fibroblast growth factors in normal human dermal fibroblasts, with rawfs showing a lack of cell and DNA toxicity in PBMCs.
Plants, 2022Topical formulations containing Morinda citrifolia extract protected the dorsal skin against UV-induced damage, including alterations in thickness, TEWL, erythema, and histology, in mice exposed to UVA-UVB light compared to unprotected skin.
BioMed Research International, 2014Vectorization 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, 2012Quaternized carboxymethyl chitosan/organic montmorillonite nanocomposite demonstrated superior moisture-adsorption and retention compared to hyaluronic acid, good UV-protection ability, negligible dermal irritation, and prominent moisture-retention efficacy on human stratum corneum when formulated into a cosmetic cream.
Carbohydrate Polymers, 2017A novel water-in-oil emulsion with a lecithin-modified bentonite prevented epidermal degradation and inflammatory protein secretion induced by urban dust and cedar pollen more effectively than a conventional water-in-oil emulsion in a reconstructed human epidermis model.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020Bentonite nanoparticles and honey co-administration improved skin wound healing in BALB/c mice by reducing inflammatory cell infiltration and increasing fibroblastosis, new epithelium thickness, granulation area, and collagen density compared to the untreated control group.
The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds, 2025The 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, 2001Niacinamide/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, 2012Combining 755 nm alexandrite laser with topical licorice gel significantly reduces terminal hair counts compared to alexandrite laser with placebo in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015Bioactive glycyrrhizic acid and oxymatrine ionic liquid self-assembled nanomicelles significantly promoted the transdermal permeation, subcutaneous retention, and anti-photoaging efficacy of palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 in cellular and animal models compared to unformulated peptide.
Advanced Science, 2025Topical application of Glycyrrhiza glabra and Sophora japonica flavonoid-rich fractions individually and in combination significantly increased the wound healing rate and reduced oxidative stress compared to wound and Nolaver-treated groups.
Molecules, 2023
Why other cleansing masks fit combination skin better
Chemical peels with 30% supramolecular salicylic acid effectively treated acne and reduced facial sebum secretion while improving skin hydration and barrier function in 25 patients.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Daily treatment with a facial serum containing multiple acids reduced post-inflammatory hyperchromia lesion grade and number by 29.4% at 56 days, and decreased skin oiliness by 30.7% at 7 days in Brazilian patients with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
Ingredients
Morinda Citrifolia Extract, Kaolin, Water, Bentonite, Glycerin, Propanediol, Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Iron Oxides Ci 77492, Butylene Glycol, Iron Oxides Ci 77499, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract Licorice Root Extract, Agrimonia Eupatoria Extract, Bitter Almond Kernel Oil, Allantoin, Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Extract, Pyrus Malus Leaf Extract, Kigelia Africana Fruit Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Jasmine Flower Extract
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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