Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of AHAVA Hydration Cream Mask versus Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask .
Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on January 10, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe overnight masks. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Overnight Mask
Overnight masks are usually used after the whole nighttime skincare routine (check your product’s instructions). Overnight masks are used to treat a variety of skin concerns and boost moisture in the skin.
Overnight Mask
Overnight masks are usually used after the whole nighttime skincare routine (check your product’s instructions). Overnight masks are used to treat a variety of skin concerns and boost moisture in the skin.
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Ingredient Info
AHAVA Hydration Cream Mask 46 ingredients
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask 64 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Reef Safe
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
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Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask 64 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
AHAVA Hydration Cream Mask 46 ingredients
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask 64 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Glyceryl Stearate • Cetearyl Alcohol • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Propanediol • Cetyl Alcohol • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Peg-40 Stearate • Ceteareth-20 • Phenoxyethanol • Xanthan Gum • Sorbitan Tristearate • Propylene Glycol • Urea • Caprylyl Glycol • Parfum • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Benzyl Salicylate • Linalool • Hydroxycitronellal • Lactic Acid • Chlorphenesin • Saccharide Hydrolysate • Alanine • Glycine • Magnesium Aspartate • Saccharide Isomerate • Creatine • 1,2-Hexanediol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Tocopherol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Allantoin • Tocopheryl Acetate • Maris Sal • Silt • Maris Aqua
Water • Propanediol • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate • C9-12 Alkane • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Kaolin • Persea Gratissima Oil • Polyisobutene • Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate • Stearic Acid • C13-15 Alkane • Platonia Insignis Seed Butter • Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract • Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Squalane • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Saccharide Isomerate • Hexylresorcinol • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Oryza Sativa Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Gluconolactone • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Malachite Extract • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Butylene Glycol • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer • Maltodextrin • Hydrated Silica • Curcumin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate • Maltooligosyl Glucoside • Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate • Retinol • Spirulina Maxima Extract • Sodium Phosphate • Pei-10 • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine • Potassium Phosphate • Potassium Chloride • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Arginine • Sodium Hydroxide • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopherol • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Hexylene Glycol • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Potassium Sorbate • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Extract • Aroma • Pvp • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly. In fact, it is commonly used to evenly mix sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone. It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 6.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 29.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
AHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 12.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 63.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 52.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 18.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 64.
Saccharide Isomerate comes from sugars found in corn. It is altered so the structure is more similar to the carbohydrates found in our skin. Its ability to match these carbohydrates makes it a great moisturizer and humectant.
Humectants help draw moisture from the air to our skin. Studies show Saccharide Isomerate to be an effective moisturizer.
AHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 30.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 21.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 33.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 58.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 34.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 62.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 35.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 44.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 36.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 45.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 37.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 38.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 53.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 40.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 27.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateAHAVA Hydration Cream Mask contains this as ingredient number 43.
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 25.
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