Kiehl's Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque for dry sensitive skin
Curcuma Longa
Cranberry Seed
Jojoba Seed Oil
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Eucalyptus Oil LeafAverage
- AverageDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry sensitive skin; other cleansing masks 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.
Page built Nov 8, 2026How the Fit score works
Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate suitability for dry skin due to the presence of jojoba seed oil and glycerin which provide emollient and humectant actions, but lacks sufficient occlusive ingredients for optimal hydration.
- The kaolin and bentonite clays provide excellent cleansing for pores by absorbing excess oil and impurities, which is a supportive benefit for your skin.
- The product is safe for your dry and sensitive skin as it contains no prohibited or harsh ingredients, minimizing the risk of irritation.
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
★4.5Overall rating based on 1.9k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently praise this mask as an "instant facial" that effectively brightens dull, fatigued complexions and smooths uneven texture through physical exfoliation. The majority report immediate radiance and softness. A subset of users with sensitive skin experienced irritation, and many found the cranberry seeds difficult to rinse off.
Highlights
Instant Brightening Mostly Mentioned
- “gives an instant facial glow”
- “skin looks brighter immediately”
- “restores healthy rosy appearance”
- “visibly brightens dull skin”
Smoother Skin Texture Often Mentioned
- “skin felt super smooth”
- “removed tiny bumps”
- “texture is much softer”
- “gentle but effective scrub”
Soft & Clean Feel Often Mentioned
- “face feels baby soft”
- “pores feel very clean”
- “skin feels fresh and purified”
- “leaves face feeling velvety”
Difficult to remove Often Mentioned
- “seeds stick to hairline”
- “hard to rinse off completely”
- “messy to remove”
- “have to scratch seeds off”
Refreshing Sensation Sometimes Noted
- “feels cooling on the skin”
- “invigorating tingle”
- “refreshing sensory experience”
- “wakes up my face”
High Price Point Sometimes Noted
- “very expensive for the size”
- “pricey for a clay mask”
- “not budget friendly”
- “luxury price tag”
Irritation & Burning Sometimes Noted
- “caused burning sensation”
- “face turned bright red”
- “too harsh for sensitive skin”
- “broke me out”
Drying Effect Rarely Noted
- “skin felt tight afterwards”
- “drying if used too often”
- “need heavy moisturizer after”
- “stripped my skin”
Sources: lovi.care, sephora.com, ulta.com, macys.com, nykaa.com, makeupalley.com, and more
Questions and answers
How well does Kiehl's Turmeric & Cranberry Masque work for dry sensitive skin?
This cleansing mask works moderately well for dry sensitive skin because jojoba seed oil and glycerin help keep skin soft, while clays clean pores without causing irritation. However, this skin type needs products with richer sealing ingredients that lock in moisture, along with soothing plant extracts.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Jojoba seed oil, glycerin, and clays make this mask work for your dry sensitive skin by providing moderate moisture and cleaning out pores without causing irritation. Products of this type need effective soothing and nourishing ingredients, along with moisturizing agents and skin-repairing ingredients that bring relief to dry or flaky skin.
What does Turmeric do for dry sensitive skin?
Turmeric helps calm dry sensitive skin and reduces redness by easing inflammation. It is generally safe and well-tolerated when used regularly, though a product for this skin type also needs soothing and hydrating ingredients to keep the skin soft and comfortable.
Phytotherapy Research, 2016Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
What does Cranberry Seed Oil do for dry sensitive skin?
Cranberry Seed Oil helps nourish dry sensitive skin by locking in moisture and easing tightness. It keeps skin feeling soft and smooth while soothing redness. This oil is unlikely to irritate your face, making it gentle for daily use.
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This mask goes into a weekly routine for dry sensitive skin, after removing makeup and cleansing, and before applying treatments and moisturizers. It works for this skin type, but to fit dry and sensitive skin best, a cleansing mask of this type needs rich oils and butters that lock in moisture and soften dry patches.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your weekly routine, but it needs to be applied on a separate day from your retinol treatment to prevent irritation on dry sensitive skin. A product of this type needs rich oils and heavy sealing ingredients to keep dry skin soft and fully hydrated.
How often should I use this mask?
This cleansing mask works for your dry sensitive skin once a week as a nourishing mask step, though other products fit it better. To best suit this skin type, a product of this type needs rich sealing ingredients to lock in moisture.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin because its clays absorb excess oil and impurities. However, a product for this skin needs richer sealing ingredients to lock in moisture.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A 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, 2017Clay 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 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, 2025Quaternized 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, 2017Topical application of curcumin or turmeric treats various skin conditions by leveraging antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2023Topical formulations of curcumin target oxidative damage and inflammation to improve wound healing in animal models.
Drug Discovery Today, 2017A curcumin-loaded spanlastic anti-aging gel utilizing formula F5 incorporated into 2% HPMC E50 demonstrated sustained release action, compatibility, and the ability to penetrate skin layers to a depth of about 112.5 um without signs of irritation.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2024Topical application of jojoba wax reduced LPS-induced secretion of IL-6, IL-8, and TNFα by approximately 30% and increased the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid compared to untreated skin in an ex-vivo human skin organ culture model.
Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024Topical jojoba oil application in male mice decreased exercise-induced pro-inflammatory gene expression (Il-1b and Il-6 in soleus, Il-1b in gastrocnemius) compared to untreated exercised mice.
Biomolecules, 2025Nanolipidgel formulations with argan or jojoba oil and humectants demonstrate good sensory attributes, instrumental properties, and moisturizing efficacy for cosmetic application.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022An ointment containing larch turpentine, eucalyptus oil, and turpentine oil improved discomfort scores (7.3 vs. 4.7) and increased complete healing (67% vs. 46%) compared to placebo in outpatients with painful skin abscesses over 10 days.
Complementary Medicine Research, 2023
Why other cleansing masks fit dry sensitive 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, 2016Apigenin 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, 2016
Ingredients
Water, Kaolin, Sorbitol, Bentonite, Butylene Glycol, Silica, Ci 77891 Titanium Dioxide, Cranberry Seed, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Simmondsia Chinensis Jojoba Seed Oil Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 60, Polyacrylamide, Ci 77492 Iron Oxides, Glycerin, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Curcuma Longa Turmeric Root Extract Extract, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Laureth-7, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil Leaf, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Peppermint Leaf Extract Extract, Menthol, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract-Epilobium Angustifolium Stem Extract Flower Leaf, Aminomethyl Propanol, Cranberry 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.
-
Co-founder, Medical Director
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
-
Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
-
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
Medical Board
Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
-
Medical Board
Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
-
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
-
Medical Board, Medical Advisor
Dermatology MD
-
Elina Nazarenko, MD
Medical Board
Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
-
Victoria Derkova, MS
Medical Board
Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist
How does it fit your skin?
Scan your face, then any product: Lovi shows how well it fits you and what fits even better.