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LOOPS Dark Spot Mask scores 8.9/9.8 vs Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Acid Serum at 8.1/9.8. LOOPS Dark Spot Mask wins for hydration.
LOOPS Dark Spot Mask edges ahead, winning 2 of 5 attributes.
Scores last verified: April 2026
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9 in common
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Where LOOPS Dark Spot Mask really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.4 compared to Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Acid Serum's 6.5. With Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, and Pentylene Glycol in its top ingredients, LOOPS Dark Spot Mask delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Ingredient Transparency is another area of separation. LOOPS Dark Spot Mask scores 8.8 here versus 8.5 for Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Acid Serum. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
LOOPS Dark Spot Mask brings Niacinamide, Allantoin, and Tocopherol as actives, while glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Acid Serum relies on Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Salicylic Acid, and Mandelic Acid. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Acid Serum is better if you have
LOOPS Dark Spot Mask is better if you have
Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Acid Serum comes in at mid-range pricing with a 8.1 score, which is solid value at that tier.
LOOPS Dark Spot Mask edges ahead with a slightly stronger formulation, but Glow Recipe Strawberry Smooth BHA+AHA Salicylic Acid Serum is still a solid pick.
Based on ingredient analysis, LOOPS Dark Spot Mask scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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