beplain Mung Bean Pore Clay Mask for oily acne-prone skin
Mung Bean Extract
Kaolin
Bentonite
Niacinamide
CalamineHigh
- SuperiorOily Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for oily acne-prone skin; a few cleansing masks fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. 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
- Excellent suitability for your oily skin is provided by kaolin and bentonite clays, which effectively absorb excess sebum and impurities to cleanse pores. Allantoin and Anthemis Nobilis Oil Flower offer soothing benefits, ensuring a comfortable experience without irritation.
- The mask offers moderate benefits for acne, blemishes, and breakouts by drawing out pore-clogging debris.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use your cleansing mask PM as part of your weekly routine. Start 1×/week and increase carefully if your oily skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this step after your enzyme powder and before your hydrating toner. Follow the standard weekly order to keep your skin balanced.
- Spread an even layer of the cleansing mask across your face while avoiding the eye area. Let it sit for the recommended time without rubbing .
- Apply the mask on clean and dry skin for the best purifying effect on your breakouts. Clean skin allows the formula to target blemishes directly.
- Always do a patch test before your first use to check for sensitivity. Avoid combining this mask with strong acids or retinoids in the same routine .
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 1.5k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users widely praise this mask for its unique creamy texture that cleanses pores without the cracking or tightness typical of traditional clay masks. It is frequently recommended for oily and combination skin types for its ability to gently exfoliate and reduce sebum in just three minutes, though some users with very sensitive skin find the physical granules slightly abrasive.
Highlights
Non-drying formula Mostly Mentioned
- “doesn't dry out”
- “leaves skin moist”
- “no tight feeling”
- “creamy texture”
Gentle exfoliation Often Mentioned
- “skin feels smooth”
- “softens texture”
- “gentle scrub”
- “removes dead skin”
Pore & sebum care Often Mentioned
- “cleaner pores”
- “reduces oil”
- “blackheads less visible”
- “absorbs sebum”
Cooling sensation Sometimes Noted
- “feels cooling”
- “refreshing on skin”
- “soothes heat”
- “calms redness”
Quick application Sometimes Noted
- “only takes 3 minutes”
- “quick routine”
- “fast results”
- “easy to rinse”
Limited blackhead removal Sometimes Noted
- “blackheads still there”
- “surface level only”
- “didn't clear nose”
- “temporary effect”
Polarizing scent Sometimes Noted
- “smells like beans”
- “earthy scent”
- “weird smell”
- “strong bean odor”
Physical irritation Rarely Noted
- “particles too rough”
- “scratched my skin”
- “caused redness”
- “tingling sensation”
Price vs. size Rarely Noted
- “tube is small”
- “expensive”
- “pricy for size”
- “finished too fast”
Texture issues Rarely Noted
- “hard to squeeze”
- “thick paste”
- “chunks fall off”
- “messy application”
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Questions and answers
What makes beplain Mung Bean Pore Clay Mask a great fit for oily acne-prone skin?
This mask is a great fit because kaolin and bentonite clays soak up extra oil and dirt to clear out pores while soothing ingredients keep your skin calm and comfortable. It also helps improve breakouts by drawing out pore-clogging debris with a very safe and gentle formula.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?
Kaolin and bentonite clays make this mask a great fit by soaking up extra oil and clearing impurities from pores, while niacinamide, calamine, and soothing plant extracts help calm the skin without causing irritation.
What does Mung Bean Extract do for oily acne-prone skin?
Mung bean extract helps calm oily, acne-prone skin by fighting inflammation and reducing the bacteria that can cause breakouts. Its natural antioxidants may also protect the skin from daily pollution and irritation.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2025Gels, 2023
What does Kaolin Clay do for oily acne-prone skin?
Kaolin Clay helps oily and acne-prone skin by absorbing excess oil, clearing out pores, and keeping skin feeling smooth and calm. Using it regularly helps improve skin evenness and hydration while keeping dryness and irritation unlikely.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?
This cleansing mask goes into the weekly routine after your cleanser and enzyme powder, followed by a hydrating toner and treatment. Kaolin and bentonite clays help absorb excess oil and impurities to clear pores, while soothing ingredients keep your oily skin comfortable and are unlikely to cause irritation.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your weekly routine, but it is best to avoid using it on the exact same nights as your retinol to prevent dryness or irritation. Use the mask to cleanse and clear pores on its designated weekly day, and apply your retinol on your regular evening schedule when you are not masking.
How often should I use this mask?
You can use this cleansing mask once a week as part of your weekly routine. This frequency helps absorb excess oil and clear pores safely without irritating your skin.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for oily acne-prone skin because it uses kaolin and bentonite clays to absorb excess oil and clear impurities without harsh ingredients. Its soothing components help keep your skin calm and comfortable during use.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A 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, 2025Biomimetic hyaluronic acid-stabilized zinc oxide nanoparticles selectively inhibited C. acnes, outperformed erythromycin in preclinical acne models, and safely reduced acne lesions and redness in a clinical trial.
Journal of Controlled Release, 2025Topical 0.5% hyaluronic-ZnO nanogel applied twice daily reduced inflammatory-lesion counts by 58% at week four in human subjects compared to baseline without causing erythema.
Biomedicines, 2025Topical application of uncoated or silane-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles under occlusive conditions and on barrier-impaired skin of human volunteers results in no measurable penetration into or local toxicity in the viable epidermis.
European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2016Quaternized 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, 2017Mung bean sprout aqueous extracts demonstrated excellent antioxidant properties with DPPH radical scavenging rates above 85% and chelation abilities approaching 80%, alongside demonstrated safety in red blood cell, CAM, and human skin patch tests.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014A combination of five-colored plants (mung bean, white truffle, black truffle, chrysanthemum, and Lycium barbarum) at 0.5% concentration improved fibroblast wound healing by 59.89%, reduced cellular senescence markers by 76.32%, and increased epidermal thickness and collagen levels in an ex vivo skin model compared to a negative control.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2025Phenolic extracts and compounds from mung bean hull protected HaCaT and HSF cells against H2O2-induced damage and aging, with the ethyl acetate extract, isovitexin, and vitexin providing the greatest protection by modulating oxidative stress and autophagy.
The Science of the Total Environment, 2022Vectorization 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 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, 2025A novel electrospun chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol/montmorillonite clay scaffold proved to be a suitable material for cell proliferation and demonstrated strong antimicrobial and scavenging efficacy for wound healing applications.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005Topical zinc oxide 20% ointment achieved a complete cure in 50% of patients with warts compared to 42% in the salicylic acid-lactic acid group, with no serious side-effects.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2007
Ingredients
Water, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Glycerin, Kaolin, Bentonite, Diglycerin, Zea Mays Starch, Propanediol, 2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Betaine, Dipropylene Glycol, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Powder, Calamine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Coconut Shell Powder, Ethylhexylglycerin, Niacinamide, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract, Phaseolus Radiatus Extract, Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, Sodium Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Chlorella Vulgaris Powder, Polyisobutene, Glucose, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disodium Edta, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Allantoin, Sorbitan Oleate, Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside, Abies Sibirica Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Oil Leaf Rosemary Oil Leaf, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Phaseolus Radiatus Extract Sprout, Anthemis Nobilis Oil Flower, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Canadian Colloidal Clay, Manicouagan Clay, Illite, Chamomilla Recutita Oil Flower Matricaria Oil Flower, Montmorillonite, Protease
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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