Anua Heartleaf Cream Sheet Mask Night Solution Versus Mediheal Madecassoside Essential Mask
Updated on September 19, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe sheet masks. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Anua Heartleaf Cream Sheet Mask Night Solution 24 ingredients
Mediheal Madecassoside Essential Mask 44 ingredients
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Anua Heartleaf Cream Sheet Mask Night Solution 24 ingredients
Mediheal Madecassoside Essential Mask 44 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Phytate
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycol, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide NP, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carbomer, Arginine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl Glycol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Sodium Phytate
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Propanediol
SolventDipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Trehalose
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Octyldodeceth-16
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlycine
Buffering
Glutamic Acid
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Aspartic Acid
MaskingAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentSodium Chloride
Masking
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Histidine
HumectantSerine
MaskingAlanine
MaskingThreonine
Proline
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Magnesium Chloride
Calcium Chloride
AstringentAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Water, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Trehalose, Glycerin, Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Carbomer, Arginine, Octyldodeceth-16, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Aspartic Acid, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Gluconolactone, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Chloride, Resveratrol, Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Histidine, Serine, Alanine, Threonine, Proline, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Asiaticoside, Magnesium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolGlycerin 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 Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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Anua Heartleaf Cream Sheet Mask Night Solution 24 ingredients
Mediheal Madecassoside Essential Mask 44 ingredients
