MISSHA Super Aqua Cell Renew Snail Hydro-Gel Face Mask for combination skin

Average
- AverageCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for combination skin; other nourishing 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 suitability for combination skin, as snail secretion filtrate and sodium hyaluronate provide excellent hydration and texture smoothing, which can be supportive for oily shine.
- Glycerin and Centella Asiatica Extract offer general skincare benefits and soothing effects, though the formula lacks targeted ingredients for optimal oil control on your combination skin.
- The product is safe for your combination skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- You can use this sheet mask PM or AM to control oily shine. Start 3 times a week and increase if your skin likes it.
- Apply this sheet mask after cleansing and toning, and before putting on your moisturizer.
- Unfold the sheet mask and gently press it onto your face, smoothing it out without rubbing. Leave it on for ten to fifteen minutes before removing.
- Put the sheet mask on clean skin to help your face absorb the essence better. Pat any remaining liquid gently into your skin.
- Avoid getting the product too close to your eyes. Do a quick patch test before your very first use.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 100+ reviewsBased on limited data, users frequently praise this hydro-gel mask for providing intense hydration and leaving skin feeling firm and supple, making it suitable for dry or sensitive skin. Many also appreciate its soothing effects and good absorption. However, a significant number of reviews mention disappointment with the low concentration of snail mucin and note issues with the mask's fit and value for money.
Highlights
Intense hydration Often Mentioned
- “hydration powerhouse during winter”
- “skin felt incredibly firm and supple”
- “face looks moisturized and happy”
- “filled with hydration”
Low snail mucin Often Mentioned
- “wimpy 5% snail slime”
- “pathetic amount”
- “not enough snail filtrate”
- “lower than sleeping mask”
Good absorption Sometimes Noted
- “absorbed fairly quickly”
- “essence absorbed well”
- “not sticky”
- “soaked in well”
Improved texture Sometimes Noted
- “face feel so smooth”
- “skin was softer”
- “improved skin texture”
- “firm and supple”
Soothing effects Sometimes Noted
- “soothing and regenerative effects”
- “didn't irritate my skin”
- “calm and healthy”
- “reduced redness”
Expensive for value Sometimes Noted
- “not worth the price”
- “too pricey for budget brand”
- “won't buy again”
- “mediocre for the cost”
Poor fit Sometimes Noted
- “mouth was freakishly small”
- “refuse to stick to my face”
- “kept falling down”
- “stiffer than other hydro-gels”
No brightening Rarely Noted
- “didn't brighten like the cream”
- “face looked bad next morning”
- “no long term benefits”
- “just moisturized”
Sources: lovi.care, influenster.com, reddit.com, madaboutmyskin.com, asianbeautyobsessed.com, 50shadesofsnail.com, and more
Questions and answers
How well does MISSHA Snail Hydro-Gel Face Mask work for combination skin?
This mask works reasonably well for combination skin because snail secretion filtrate and sodium hyaluronate provide good hydration and smooth texture. However, it lacks targeted ingredients for optimal oil control, so a product of this type needs heartleaf extract and other ingredients that balance moisture levels without overwhelming the skin while keeping it calm.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for combination skin?
Snail Secretion Filtrate and Sodium Hyaluronate make this mask a good fit because they provide great hydration and make your skin smooth, which helps with oily shine. Centella Asiatica Extract and Glycerin also offer general soothing benefits, though this skin type needs a product with ingredients like heartleaf extract for better oil control.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
What does Snail Mucin do for combination skin?
Snail mucin helps balance combination skin by providing lightweight hydration to dry areas while calming oily zones and supporting overall skin recovery. It is unlikely to feel heavy, and products for this skin type typically need ingredients that add moisture without clogging pores.
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for combination skin?
Hyaluronic acid is a great fit for combination skin because it quenches dry areas with a boost of hydration while keeping oily zones balanced. Regular use helps smooth out fine lines and makes your skin feel soft and plump without causing irritation.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2021Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This nourishing mask fits into your weekly routine after a cleanser and enzyme powder, and before your hydrating toner, treatment, and moisturizer. It is safe for your skin with no irritation risks, but to better balance combination skin, a mask of this type needs targeted oil-control ingredients.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can safely use this mask with your retinol routine, applying it after your treatment step on weekly pampering days. This nourishing mask helps provide extra moisture and calm the skin, which is unlikely to cause irritation. Combination skin also needs products with targeted oil-control ingredients to properly balance oily shine.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
How often should I use this mask?
This mask works well for your combination skin as an occasional treatment, though it lacks targeted ingredients for optimal oil control. A product of this type for your combination skin needs ingredients like niacinamide or clay for oil control alongside lightweight hydration.
Health Science Reports, 2021Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on your combination skin because it is free of harsh or prohibited ingredients. However, to truly balance combination skin, a product of this type needs targeted oil-control ingredients.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016A 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, 2017A facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract significantly reduced inflammatory acne lesions compared to placebo in 66 participants with mild-to-moderate maskne over 12 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022HelixComplex snail mucus protected human keratinocytes and reconstructed human epidermis models from ozone-induced oxidative damage and pro-inflammatory response following exposure to 0.5 ppm ozone for 2 hours.
PloS One, 2020Topical treatment with Snail Secretion Filtrate significantly improves the speed and percentage of wound area closure, enhances proliferation and tissue remodeling, and reduces inflammation in a full-thickness excisional wound model in mice compared to untreated controls.
Veterinary Sciences, 2021Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical 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, 2008Topical purslane at 5% and 10% concentrations achieved alleviation of symptoms and lesion remission comparable to topical 0.1% triamcinolone acetonide in 34 subjects with oral lichen planus over 90 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2023Facial masks containing low-temperature extracted Portulaca oleracea protect sensitive skin from photothermal stimulation and improve skin barrier function during photorejuvenation.
Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2025Portulaca oleracea extract ameliorated skin barrier damage and inflammation induced by combined exposure to glycolic acid and UVB in HaCaT cells.
Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2022Apigenin protects against UVA-induced cytotoxicity and senescence in normal human dermal fibroblasts, decreases MMP-1 expression, and when applied topically as a cream in human subjects, increases dermal density and elasticity while reducing fine wrinkle length, skin evenness, moisture content, and transepidermal water loss compared to control cream.
International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 2016Topical chamomile oil combined with a night splint significantly improved the symptomatic and functional status of patients with severe carpal tunnel syndrome compared to placebo, while electrodiagnostic parameters showed no significant changes.
Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 2015German chamomile solution applied twice a day healed peristomal skin lesions significantly faster than once-a-day 1% hydrocortisone ointment in colostomy patients, with a mean healing time of 8.89 days versus 14.53 days.
Ostomy/wound Management, 2011
Why other nourishing masks fit combination skin better
A panthenol-enriched mask improved skin hydration, regulated sebum, and reduced redness and TEWL across dry sensitive, oily sensitive, and oily acne skin subgroups with excellent tolerance and no adverse reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Snail Secretion Filtrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract Matricaria Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hydroxide, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Parfum, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Methylparaben, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Disodium Edta, Propylparaben, Carbomer, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil Castor Seed Oil
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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