innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask 2X for dry sensitive skin
Super Volcanic Clusters
Kaolin
Glycerin
SilicaCaution
- CautionDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
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 lactic and glycolic acids, but the presence of kaolin and bentonite can strip natural oils, making it unsuitable for your dry skin type.
- While volcanic ash and kaolin provide excellent pore cleansing by absorbing excess sebum and impurities, the formulation lacks sufficient hydrating ingredients to counteract potential dryness.
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 12.5k+ reviewsIdeally suited for oily and combination skin types, this mask is widely praised for its ability to deep cleanse pores and control sebum without leaving the skin feeling overly stripped or tight. While many users report smoother skin texture and a refreshing cooling sensation, results regarding the removal of stubborn blackheads are mixed. This summary is based on a very large amount of data and should definitely be taken into account.
Highlights
Deep pore cleansing Mostly Mentioned
- “clears out congested pores”
- “sucks out the gunk”
- “pores look visibly smaller”
- “great for deep cleaning”
Controls oil production Often Mentioned
- “keeps oil at bay”
- “matte finish”
- “controls sebum well”
- “less greasy next day”
Smooths skin texture Often Mentioned
- “skin feels baby soft”
- “smooths out rough texture”
- “gentle exfoliation”
- “face feels polished”
Cooling sensation Sometimes Noted
- “feels cooling on skin”
- “refreshing tingle”
- “soothes inflammation”
- “nice cooling effect”
Non-stripping formula Sometimes Noted
- “doesn't dry me out”
- “creamy consistency”
- “no tight feeling”
- “comfortable to wear”
Difficult to rinse Sometimes Noted
- “pain to wash off”
- “takes forever to rinse”
- “leaves residue”
- “messy removal”
Ineffective on blackheads Sometimes Noted
- “didn't remove blackheads”
- “strawberry nose remains”
- “no change in blackheads”
- “pores still clogged”
Can be drying Rarely Noted
- “too drying for me”
- “skin felt tight”
- “caused dry patches”
- “stripped my skin”
Messy jar packaging Rarely Noted
- “hate the jar”
- “gets under fingernails”
- “unsanitary packaging”
- “wish it was a tube”
Potential irritation Rarely Noted
- “caused redness”
- “broke me out”
- “stinging sensation”
- “irritated my skin”
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Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise caution with the innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask 2X for dry sensitive skin?
This mask uses clays like kaolin and bentonite that may strip natural oils and dry out your skin, and it lacks enough hydrating ingredients to balance that dryness. A product for dry sensitive skin needs gentle exfoliants combined with plenty of hydrating agents and soothing ingredients to boost moisture without causing irritation.
Which ingredients make this cleansing mask a poor fit for dry sensitive skin?
Kaolin and bentonite make this cleansing mask a poor fit because they absorb oils and can strip your dry skin, while the formula lacks enough moisturizing ingredients. A cleansing mask for dry sensitive skin needs gentle exfoliants combined with rich hydrating agents and soothing ingredients to boost moisture without causing irritation.
What do Super Volcanic Clusters do for dry sensitive skin?
Super Volcanic Clusters are a poor fit for dry sensitive skin because they tend to absorb oil and may cause irritation. This skin type needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and calming emollients to keep the skin barrier smooth and comfortable.
What does Volcanic Ash do for dry sensitive skin?
Volcanic ash may feel too harsh and drying for sensitive skin because it is typically used for deep cleansing and oil control. Products for this skin type need gentle, soothing ingredients that lock in moisture and calm irritation rather than drawing out oils.
Where does this cleansing mask go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This cleansing mask does not fit well into a routine for dry sensitive skin because its clays and absorbent ingredients may strip away natural oils and cause excessive dryness. A product of this type needs rich moisturizing ingredients and gentle, hydrating components to protect and comfort dry skin.
Can I use this cleansing mask with retinol, and in what order?
You should use caution using this cleansing mask with retinol on dry sensitive skin, as the clay ingredients can easily strip your natural oils and cause irritation. This type of skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and nourishing masks that restore moisture rather than drying clay formulas.
How often should I use this cleansing mask?
This cleansing mask is a poor match for your dry sensitive skin because its clays and absorbent powders can strip your natural oils and cause dryness. A product of this type needs rich hydrating ingredients and gentle nourishing oils to keep your skin soft and comfortable.
Can this cleansing mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cleansing mask is unlikely to clog pores since it absorbs excess oil with kaolin and volcanic ash, but it may cause dryness and irritation on dry sensitive skin. A mask for this skin type needs gentle hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid or ceramides along with mild cleansers to keep the skin soft and comfortable.
Is this cleansing 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
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, 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, 2001A functional cosmetic cream containing bioactive materials from Streptomyces sp. T65 embedded in SBA-15 decreased skin roughness by 4.670% and increased skin brightness by 0.472% after 4 weeks of application, while demonstrating antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-aging, and whitening activities.
Antioxidants, 2020Film-forming formulations containing porous silica achieved skin permeation rates comparable to immediate release formulations while confirming prolonged drug availability and causing no skin irritation in healthy volunteers.
European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2017Topical treatment with silica mud and microalgae extracts from the Blue Lagoon improved skin barrier function by inducing epidermal gene expression and reducing transepidermal water loss in healthy humans, while preventing skin aging markers in vitro.
Experimental Dermatology, 2008
Ingredients
Water, Titanium Dioxide Ci 77891, Butylene Glycol, Volcanic Ash, Glycerin, Silica, Trehalose, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Kaolin, Bentonite, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pvp, Peg-100 Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Iron Oxides Ci 77499, Hydrogenated Oil, Xanthan Gum, Juglans Regia Shell Powder, Lactic Acid Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Sorbitan Stearate, Zea Mays Starch, Polyacrylate-13, Polysorbate 20, Mannitol, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Lactic Acid, Polyisobutene, Menthoxypropanediol, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Disodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol
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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