Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask Review

Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask
6.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
3.6 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Ingredients

Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Polyacrylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Sea Water, Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract, Sea Salt, Acanthopanax Senticosus (Eleuthero) Root Extract, Inonotus Obliquus (Mushroom) Extract, Rhaponticum Carthamoides Root Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Extract, Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Propanediol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Carrageenan, Fragrance, Sodium Gluconate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol
Review

Does Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask has to offer:
 
✅ Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 6.8 out of 10.
✅ Antioxidant protection

  

Key Benefits of Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask:
 

🔵 Lightweight Moisturizer Perfect for Combination and Oily Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask is highly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 6.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈9.0%) and Glycerin (est. ≈6.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 3.6 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Dimethicone (est. ≈4.0%) and Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate (est. ≈2.0%).

This type of moisturizer is ideal for people with combination and oily skin who want maximum hydration in a relatively lightweight, non-greasy formula. It combines a significant amount of humectants with a limited amount of occlusive ingredients to boost moisturizing efficacy without feeling too heavy.

This product may also be a good choice for people with normal skin who prefer fast-absorbing textures, as it balances significant moisturizing potential with a relatively lightweight texture.

💧 A Humectant Boost for Any Skincare Routine

But it’s not limited to combination and oily skin - such a humectant boost will also positively contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine when used as a step before applying the main moisturizer. This type of formulation is typically used in serums, where a light, fast-absorbing texture is key.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

🍀 Rich in Skin-Protecting Antioxidants

We estimate that Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract (est. ≈3.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask

 
CreamScan identified a few things to consider before adding Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, an ingredient often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.

While this does not categorically rule out the possibility that Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract may reduce wrinkles, its efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were available to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

📌 Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Pros & Cons of Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ When used alone: Provides humectant-rich moisturizing perfect for combination and oily skin
✅ Also a good choice for people with normal skin who prefer fast-absorbing textures
✅ As part of a routine: A humectant moisturizing boost, beneficial for any skin type
✅ Lightweight texture
✅ Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy
   

Summary: Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask
, when used alone, delivers lightweight, humectant-rich moisturizing, perfect for combination and oily skin. It's also a great option for those with normal skin who prefer fast-absorbing textures. As part of a moisturizing routine, it provides a humectant boost, beneficial for all skin types.
 
With its high antioxidant content, Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask helps protect against free radical damage and offers multiple benefits for all skin types, including preventing premature aging, defending against environmental damage, and calming inflammation.
 
That said, there are some things about Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask worth noting.
 
If one of your main reasons for considering Nu Skin Pillow Glow Overnight Hydration Mask is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, its anti-wrinkle efficacy is questionable. None of the ingredients in this product provide substantial evidence of their anti-wrinkle efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.
 
📌 Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the efficacy or safety of any product, as individual results may vary.

 

Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
60
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Butylene Glycol
Function:
Origin:
Glycerin
Function:
Origin:
Dimethicone
Function:
Origin:
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Function:
Origin:
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Function:
Origin:
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Function:
Origin:
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Function:
Origin:
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Function:
Origin:
Cetearyl Alcohol
Function:
Origin:
Cetearyl Glucoside
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Polyacrylate
Function:
Origin:
Glyceryl Stearate
Function:
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Sea Water
Function:
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Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract
Function:
Origin:
Sea Salt
Function:
Origin:
Acanthopanax Senticosus (Eleuthero) Root Extract
Function:
Origin:
Inonotus Obliquus (Mushroom) Extract
Function:
Origin:
Rhaponticum Carthamoides Root Extract
Function:
Origin:
Rhodiola Rosea Extract
Function:
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Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
Function:
Origin:
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
Function:
Origin:
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Function:
Origin:
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Function:
Origin:
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Function:
Origin:
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Function:
Origin:
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
Function:
Origin:
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
Function:
Origin:
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Function:
Origin:
Tocopheryl Acetate
Function:
Origin:
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
Function:
Origin:
Propanediol
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Carrageenan
Function:
Origin:
Fragrance
Function:
Origin:
Sodium Gluconate
Function:
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Ethylhexylglycerin
Function:
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Sodium Benzoate
Function:
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Phenoxyethanol
Function:
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Ratings

All humectants
19.2
9
6
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
7.3
4.0
2.0
1.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
6.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 19.2 10
10.0
9
6
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 7.3 20
3.6
4.0
2.0
1.3
Moisturizing rating
6.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
6
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 19.2 10
10
All humectants
19.2
9
6
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
4
2
1.3
All occlusives 7.3 20
3.6
All occlusives
7.3
4.0
2.0
1.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 5.7 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
5.7
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
3
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
0.3
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
0.3
Corallina Officinalis Extract
0.3
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
0.3
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
0.3
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
0.3
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
0.3
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 1.5 5 No
All soothing
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %60
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Dimethicone
Est. %4
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Dicaprylyl CarbonateA very fast-spreading emollient that gives a product an incredibly lightweight feel. Dicaprylyl carbonate works well as a solvent for suspending insoluble solids such as mineral sunscreens or iron oxide pigments.
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneA viscous liquid that makes a great oil base due to its smooth sensorial profile. It has emollient features, including good spreadability and little tack upon application. It also has the added benefit of being able to thicken products.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Cetearyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetearyl GlucosideAn emulsifier that creates stable mixtures of oil in water that feel soft and spread easily. Cetearyl glucoside is sold with cetearyl alcohol as an emulsifier blend and also provides some body to the formula.
Sodium Polyacrylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PolyacrylateThis white powder is primarily used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is added to the water phase, which then thickens to form a clear gel. Sodium polyacrylate can also serve as an emollient, absorbent, and emulsion stabilizer.
Glyceryl Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl StearateAn emollient and emulsifier typically derived from vegetable sources through a chemical reaction with glycerin. It provides stability, texture, and consistency to formulations. Its main function is to allow oil and water to mix.
Sea Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sea WaterA water obtained from oceans, seas, and large saltwater lakes. The water has been purified, and what remains is a complex mixture of various mineral salts that have beneficial effects on the skin. Sea water is used as a humectant and a solvent.
Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/Stem Extract
Sea Salt
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sea SaltA mixture of minerals from saltwater. The studies show that sea salt may help to restore skin health by improving skin barrier function, improving moisturization, reducing inflammation, and reducing skin roughness and redness.
Acanthopanax Senticosus (Eleuthero) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acanthopanax Senticosus (Eleuthero) Root Extract
Inonotus Obliquus (Mushroom) Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Inonotus Obliquus (Mushroom) Extract
Rhaponticum Carthamoides Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rhaponticum Carthamoides Root Extract
Rhodiola Rosea Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rhodiola Rosea Extract
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Flower ExtractAn extract obtained the flowers of Aloe vera – which are a rich source of antioxidant flavonoids (mainly apigenin). It also contains a bit of the emollient mucilage.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melia Azadirachta Leaf ExtractAn antimicrobial and antioxidant extract derived from Neem leaves – an Indian traditional medicine. Neem leaves have been found to possess antibacterial and antifungal activity. It is also a prospective anti-wrinkle ingredient.
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Corallina Officinalis ExtractAn extract from red marine alga, Corallina officinalis is used in skincare for its antioxidant properties. It also contains an immense amount of calcium and special, sulfur-containing polysaccharides.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractAn antioxidant extract derived from the flowers of the Indian lilac, also known as Neem. It is often used in traditional medicine in India. The Neem flower extracts contain limonoids, which are currently under research for their anti-pigment activity.
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf ExtractAn extract derived from the leaves of Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, a traditional herb used in Ayurveda medicine. It contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory rosmarinic acid, galic acid, flavonoids, and a sweet-scented essential oil.
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root ExtractAn extract derived from the thick roots of curcuma (turmeric), a famous yellow spice and a major ingredient in curry powder. It is used in skincare for its proven antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit ExtractAn under-researched extract obtained from the eggplant fruit. Eggplant contains plant pigments called anthocyanins and phenolic compounds, such as chlorogenic acid, which are excellent antioxidants.
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Coccinia Indica Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from the cucumber-like fruits of ivy gourd. It contains a large amount of soothing mucilage as well as some antioxidant carotenoids. It has also been shown that the extract may have some anti-allergy properties.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Stearoyl GlutamateA useful ingredient for both cleansing and emulsifying purposes. It is a powerful agent for washing away dirt and oils from the skin.
Sodium Carrageenan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Carrageenan
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Sodium Gluconate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium GluconateA chelating ingredient that ensures that the harmful metal ions in a formula are unreactive. It also protects other ingredients from degrading.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.