Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask for oily skin
Sodium Dna
Niacinamide
Hydrolyzed CollagenLow
- AverageOily Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A weak match for oily skin; the nourishing masks alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily skin: shine, enlarged pores, blackheads, and blemishes. 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 oily skin as niacinamide helps with seboregulation, while sodium DNA and hydrolyzed collagen provide hydration and improve elasticity, though these benefits are not directly targeted at reducing oily shine.
- The formula provides general skincare benefits that you would notice, but lacks sufficient ingredients for optimal results in all areas for your specific concerns.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your oily skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using your sheet mask 3 times a week and increase if your skin likes it.
- Apply your sheet mask after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer.
- Place the sheet mask smoothly over your face and gently press it down without rubbing.
- Put the mask on clean and slightly dry skin for the best results and comfort.
- Avoid the eye area and do a simple patch test before using it for the first time.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 4.6k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users with dry, dull, or aging skin frequently praise this mask for delivering a "glass skin" glow and deep hydration that plumps fine lines and revitalizes the complexion. The cooling effect and post-facial radiance are highly rated by many users. Some users find the application messy, the price point high, and the required wear time inconvenient.
Highlights
Hydration and glow Mostly Mentioned
- “glass skin”
- “juicy”
- “plump”
- “radiant”
Soothing and cooling Often Mentioned
- “refreshing sensation”
- “melts away stress”
- “reduces redness”
- “wonderfully cooling”
Expensive product Often Mentioned
- “price is steep”
- “wallet is crying”
- “only buy during a sale”
Messy application Often Mentioned
- “messy”
- “slippery”
- “gooey”
- “sliding down”
Good adherence Sometimes Noted
- “stays put”
- “doesn't slide around”
- “doesn't stick to hair”
Plumping effect Sometimes Noted
- “fine lines vanished”
- “snatched and tight”
- “bouncy”
- “firm”
Poor fit Sometimes Noted
- “lifted around the nose/eyes”
- “gaps”
- “trim with scissors”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “stinging”
- “burning sensation”
- “redness”
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Questions and answers
Why is medicube Pink Collagen Gel Mask a weak match for oily skin?
The medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask is a weak match for oily skin because it offers only moderate suitability as its hydrating ingredients do not directly target reducing oily shine. While it is safe and unlikely to cause irritation, a nourishing mask for oily skin needs ingredients that control oil and regulate sebum production without clogging pores.
Which ingredients make this mask a poor fit for oily skin?
This mask is a weak match for oily skin because sodium DNA and hydrolyzed collagen provide hydration and elasticity rather than targeting oily shine. While niacinamide helps balance oil, this mask lacks enough ingredients specifically meant to control excess oil and keep oily skin clear. A nourishing mask for oily skin needs ingredients that regulate sebum production without clogging pores.
What does Sodium DNA do for oily skin?
Sodium DNA helps calm and repair oily skin while supporting its moisture barrier. It may improve skin firmness and is unlikely to feel heavy.
What does Niacinamide do for oily skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily skin by significantly reducing excess oil production and shine. It is well tolerated and may improve skin texture without clogging pores.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Antioxidants, 2021
Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for oily skin?
This mask is a weak match for oily skin because it provides general hydration rather than targeting oily shine. Oily skin of this type needs a nourishing mask with ingredients that balance oil production and keep pores clear.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in your routine, applying it after your retinol treatment to help lock in hydration. The formula is very safe and unlikely to cause irritation for your oily skin, though this type of product for oily skin also needs ingredients that actively control shine.
How often should I use this mask?
You can use this nourishing mask as part of your regular routine, though it is only a weak match for oily skin. Oily skin needs balancing ingredients like clay, charcoal, or salicylic acid to help control excess shine and keep pores clear.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily skin?
This mask is unlikely to cause irritation or breakouts on oily skin, as it lacks harsh or prohibited ingredients. However, because it is a weak match for oily skin, a product of this type needs ingredients that specifically target oily shine, along with lightweight hydration to keep pores clear.
What the research says
Topical application of Low-Peony PDRN enhanced barrier recovery and improved periorbital skin elasticity in human subjects.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025Topical 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, 2021Polydeoxyribonucleotide promotes skin regeneration by increasing ERK phosphorylation, collagen accumulation, and cell proliferation and migration in fibroblasts while inhibiting ERK phosphorylation and inflammatory cytokine expression in keratinocytes.
Molecular Medicine Reports, 2023A topical mixture of polydeoxyribonucleotide, vitamin C, and niacinamide delivered via a microneedling therapy system decreased skin pigmentation and increased skin elasticity by attenuating melanogenesis and the destruction of collagen and elastin fibers in a UV-B-radiated animal model.
Molecules, 2022Polydeoxyribonucleotide treatment induces mitochondrial biogenesis while reducing melanin biosynthesis, tyrosinase activity, MITF expression, elastase activity, and MMP-1 gene expression in cultured skin cells.
Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2020Topical 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 2% niacinamide significantly decreased sebum excretion rate in Japanese individuals and casual sebum levels in Caucasian individuals compared to placebo or baseline.
Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2006Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023
Why other nourishing masks fit oily skin better
Application of Galactomyces ferment filtrate skin care formula significantly reduced the net values and daily fluctuation of facial pore area, roughness, and redness in young Japanese women.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021
Ingredients
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