Perricone MD Chlorophyll Detox Mask for dry skin
Chlorophyll
Microcapsules
Bromelain
Papain
Zinc GluconateAverage
- AverageDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry skin; other cleansing masks fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, 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 suitability for your dry skin, as glycerin and diglycerin provide humectant action, but it lacks sufficient emollient and occlusive ingredients for optimal hydration.
- The presence of bentonite and bromelain offers excellent cleansing and pore decongestion for oily skin, which is not a primary concern for your dry or flaky skin.
- The product is safe for your dry skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing agents like Beta-Glucan and Allantoin.
How to apply
- Use this cleansing mask PM as part of your weekly routine, starting 1x/week and increasing slowly if needed. Always follow with a rich moisturizer to prevent dryness.
- Apply the cleansing mask after using your cleanser and enzyme powder, but before your hydrating toner and moisturizer. This ensures the mask works effectively on your dry skin.
- Smooth an even layer of the cleansing mask over your face while avoiding any rubbing. Let it sit for the recommended time before gently rinsing it off.
- Apply the cleansing mask to clean, dry skin for the best comfort. Since your skin is dry, this method helps prevent any potential irritation.
- Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin tolerates the product well.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 600+ reviewsUsers with oily and combination skin frequently praise this mask for its ability to visibly minimize pores and smooth skin texture without causing excessive dryness. Many report immediate radiance and a clean feeling, though some users find the price point high and the application process slightly difficult or abrasive.
Highlights
Minimizes pores Mostly Mentioned
- “Visibly reduces pore size, tightens pores, clears congestion”
Smoothes skin Often Mentioned
- “Leaves skin soft, improves roughness, polished feel”
High price Often Mentioned
- “Expensive, pricey for size, not budget-friendly”
Immediate radiance Sometimes Noted
- “Instant glow, brighter complexion, looks refreshed”
Non-drying formula Sometimes Noted
- “Comfortable clay mask, doesn't strip moisture, skin feels balanced”
Oil control Sometimes Noted
- “Balances oily zones, reduces shine, feels deep cleaned”
Application difficulty Sometimes Noted
- “Beads hard to burst, scrubbing required, abrasive texture”
Availability issues Rarely Noted
- “Often out of stock, hard to find, sold out”
Ineffective for some Rarely Noted
- “No visible difference, didn't clear blackheads, average results”
Sensory irritation Rarely Noted
- “Caused dryness, tight/itchy feel, strong scent”
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Questions and answers
How well does the Chlorophyll Detox Mask work for dry skin?
This mask works reasonably well for dry skin, though other products fit it better. It helps keep skin soft with ingredients like glycerin, but dry skin needs richer softening and sealing ingredients to lock in moisture.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for dry skin?
Glycerin, diglycerin, and beta-glucan help make this mask work for dry skin by providing moisture and soothing comfort. However, this mask needs extra rich oils, butters, and heavier sealing ingredients to truly nourish and lock in hydration for dry skin.
What does Chlorophyll do for dry skin?
Chlorophyll is unlikely to provide the moisture that dry skin needs, as it is primarily studied for oily skin and acne rather than hydration. Dry skin requires nourishing ingredients like ceramides and rich oils to restore soft, smooth comfort and prevent moisture loss.
What do Microcapsules do for dry skin?
Microcapsules slowly release hydrating ingredients over time to keep dry skin feeling soft and smooth all day long. This steady delivery method helps prevent flaky patches and keeps moisture locked in longer than standard formulas.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This cleansing mask fits into a dry skin routine as a weekly step before your treatment and moisturizer. Because this product type focuses on deep pore cleansing rather than deep hydration, dry skin needs a nourishing mask packed with rich oils and butters to stay soft and smooth.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your weekly routine, but it is best applied on a different day than your retinol to keep your dry skin calm. While glycerin helps attract water, a mask of this type works best for dry skin when it includes rich, softening oils and heavy protective ingredients to lock in moisture.
How often should I use this mask?
You can use this cleansing mask once a week as part of your weekly routine, as it works for your dry skin though other products fit it better. This product type needs rich moisturizing ingredients and oils to lock in hydration and better support dry skin.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry skin, as it contains soothing ingredients like beta-glucan and allantoin that are very safe and gentle. However, a product for dry skin needs rich, softening ingredients and moisture-locking barriers to keep skin fully hydrated and smooth.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Diglycerol combined with glycerol maintains a higher capacitance level and provides a long-term moisturizing effect on human skin compared to glycerol alone after 8 hours.
Journal of Oleo Science, 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 bentonite-based facial mask with Alcea sulphurea extract combined with oral azithromycin significantly reduced total lesion count and acne severity index while enhancing patient satisfaction in patients with moderate acne compared to placebo plus azithromycin over 8 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025Skin care regimens containing beta-glucan improved hemoglobin index, skin hydration, and transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in 20 patients undergoing fractional laser therapy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical application of sodium copper chlorophyllin complex significantly improved mild-moderate photodamage and solar lentigenes compared to baseline in women over an 8-week period.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015Sodium copper chlorophyllin complex 0.05% gel significantly increased fibrillin/amyloid P and epidermal mucins and increased procollagen 1 and dermal mucin in photoaged forearm skin of four healthy females compared to an untreated negative control.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2016Topical application of sodium copper chlorophyllin complex improved clinical efficacy parameters in 10 subjects with mild-moderate acne and large, visible pores over 3 weeks compared to baseline.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015Herba Schizonepetae oil microcapsules provided effective repellent protection for hand skin against Aedes albopictus Skuse for 4-5 hours.
Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 2013High-content actives encapsulated in alcohol-solvent microcapsules with palm oil shells enhanced skin efficacy and mediated transdermal delivery without causing skin irritation in clinical trials.
Biomaterials Science, 2023A novel microcapsule composite Spherulites Peony Superior Retinol mitigated UVB-induced skin damage by eliminating ROS, reducing DNA damage and inflammatory factors, and restoring extracellular matrix-related protein gene expression in vitro and in vivo.
Photochemistry and Photobiology, 2025Oral bromelain slightly reduced pain compared to controls (mean difference -0.27) and topical bromelain reduced time to complete debridement by 6.89 days, with no major health risks reported.
Nutrition and Health, 2023An upcycled pineapple leaf fibre crosspolymer forms a physical barrier that protects against environmental aggressors while providing antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antipollution, UV protection, hydration, and hair benefits.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026A coaxial electrospun core-shell nanofiber scaffold delivering bromelain and salvianolic acid B demonstrated sustained drug release, in vitro endothelial cell migration, increased capillary formation in an in ovo assay, and in vivo efficacy for skin regeneration and wound healing.
Biomedical Materials, 2017Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016A fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres in aqueous gel applied once daily for 12 weeks achieved a 41% mean reduction in GAGS score and a 40.8% mean reduction in total lesions, with 15.3% of patients experiencing mild to moderate local side effects, in 94 evaluable patients with comedonal-papular, mild to moderate acne of the face.
Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015Reflux extraction of Carica papaya leaves yielded higher antioxidant capacity and superior in vitro wound-healing activities including fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and collagen synthesis in human skin fibroblasts compared to ultrasonic-assisted extraction and agitation.
Molecules, 2020A dermocosmetic cream containing Punica granatum Pericarp extract, Salicylic acid, Niacinamide, Zinc gluconate, and Aqua Posae Filiformis significantly decreased inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesion counts in subjects with mild to moderate acne compared to untreated hemi-faces after 15 days.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026Daily use of a deep cleansing gel containing salicylic acid 2%, zinc gluconate 0.2% and lipohydroxy acid 0.05% significantly reduced total lesion count by 56.3% after 84 days in 35 subjects with mild to moderate truncal acne.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023Different strains of Propionibacterium acnes modulate cutaneous innate immunity with varying pro-inflammatory potentials, with P. acnes type III showing the highest and P. avidum the weakest, and zinc gluconate down-regulates the expression of most induced immune markers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2013
Why other cleansing masks fit dry skin better
Cosmetic 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, 2016Topical water-in-oil cream containing 3% Crocus sativus extract demonstrated absolute physical stability across various storage conditions and produced a significant increase in skin moisture and changes in transepidermal water loss compared to the base in human volunteers.
Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2014
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Bentonite, Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Titanium Dioxide Ci 77891, Coco-Caprylate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Diglycerin, Mannitol, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Gluceth-20, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Bromelain, Papain, Allantoin, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Beta-Glucan, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Copper Gluconate, Nasturtium Officinale Leaf Extract Flower, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Disodium Edta, Maltodextrin, Polyacrylamide, Caprylyl Glycol, Buteth-3, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Hexylene Glycol, Acrylates Copolymer, Laureth-7, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Tributyl Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil Leaf, Iron Oxides Ci 77492, Chromium Hydroxide Green Ci 77289, Barium Sulfate, Iron Oxides Ci 77499, Silica
Behind this fit score
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