Alluskin Porefining Salicylic Acid Clay Mask Versus Biologique Recherche Masque VIP O2 Oxygenating and Anti-Pollution Face Mask
Updated on August 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free wash off masks. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA, exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Alluskin Porefining Salicylic Acid Clay Mask 18 ingredients
Biologique Recherche Masque VIP O2 Oxygenating and Anti-Pollution Face Mask 60 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Alluskin Porefining Salicylic Acid Clay Mask 18 ingredients
Biologique Recherche Masque VIP O2 Oxygenating and Anti-Pollution Face Mask 60 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Citrus Medica Peel Oil
Glutathione
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTetrasodium EDTA
Triethanolamine
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Mink Oil
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPerfluorodecalin
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl Ether
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientCetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vinegar
Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingHamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract
Skin Conditioning
Myrtus Communis Extract
AstringentAllium Cepa Bulb Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCommiphora Myrrha Resin Extract
Skin ConditioningC14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Isononanoate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Polyacrylamide
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-20 Glyceryl Stearate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPoloxamer 188
EmulsifyingLaureth-7
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Magnesium Chloride
Tea-Lactate
HumectantSalicylic Acid
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Lactate
BufferingAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Sorbitol
Humectant
Serine
Masking
Urea
Buffering
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Rhizobian Gum
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Thiamine Hcl
MaskingPyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningSodium Salicylate
Preservative
Water, Kaolin, Glycerin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Mink Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Perfluorodecalin, Titanium Dioxide, Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl Ether, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Cetyl Palmitate, Niacinamide, Lactic Acid, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Silk, Yeast Extract, Vinegar, Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract, Myrtus Communis Extract, Allium Cepa Bulb Extract, Hypericum Perforatum Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract, C14-22 Alcohols, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylamide, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, PEG-20 Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Propylene Glycol, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Poloxamer 188, Laureth-7, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Sodium Benzoate, Magnesium Chloride, Tea-Lactate, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Alcohol, Sorbitol, Serine, Urea, Allantoin, Rhizobian Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Sorbate, Chlorphenesin, Thiamine Hcl, Pyridoxine Hcl, Sodium Salicylate
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 AllantoinCetearyl 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 AlcoholGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It 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.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateKaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.
Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.
The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.
Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.
Learn more about KaolinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidTitanium Dioxide is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum protection by blocking both UV-A and UV-B rays.
It sits on the skin’s surface and primarily reflects and scatters UV light and also absorbs some of it.
This makes the line between “mineral” and “chemical” sunscreens a bit blurry, but in skincare labeling, Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the two ingredients officially classified as mineral filters.
Because it’s non-irritating, Titanium Dioxide is often recommended for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Thanks to modern production methods, nano-scale or fine-grade Titanium Dioxide is now widely used in cosmetics to reduce white cast and improve texture.
Despite its small particle size, studies show that Titanium Dioxide, even in nanoparticle form, is not absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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!
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