Allies of Skin Rhassoul & BHA Antioxidants Purifying Mask Versus Jordan Samuel Skin Mandelic Exfoliating Mask
Updated on November 03, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe wash off masks. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Allies of Skin Rhassoul & BHA Antioxidants Purifying Mask 32 ingredients
Jordan Samuel Skin Mandelic Exfoliating Mask 22 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Allies of Skin Rhassoul & BHA Antioxidants Purifying Mask 32 ingredients
Jordan Samuel Skin Mandelic Exfoliating Mask 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningBentonite
Absorbent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Moroccan Lava Clay
Abrasive
Propanediol
Solvent
Glyceryl Ricinoleate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Honey
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Punica Granatum Extract
AstringentEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Bentonite, Pentylene Glycol, Kaolin, Moroccan Lava Clay, Propanediol, Glyceryl Ricinoleate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Salicylic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Honey, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Ceramide NP, Panthenol, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Sodium Gluconate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Moroccan Lava Clay
Abrasive
Propanediol
Solvent
Squalane
Emollient
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
Cleansing
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Pullulan
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Lysolecithin
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSilica
Abrasive
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Moroccan Lava Clay, Propanediol, Squalane, Mandelic Acid, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Coco-Glucoside, Allantoin, Charcoal Powder, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactic Acid, Pullulan, Benzyl Alcohol, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Silica, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Chloride
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinGlycerin 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 GlycerinMandelic Acid helps exfoliate skin. It also contains antioxidant properties.
As an AHA, Mandelic 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.
Mandelic Acid may be an alternative to Glycolic Acid for those with sensitive skin.
Mandelic Acid may help reduce wrinkles, acne, and hyperpigmentation.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Mandelic AcidMoroccan Lava Clay is an exfoliant.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
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 PropanediolWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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