Avril 3 in 1 cleaner Versus Tata Harper Resurfacing BHA Glow Mask
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe wash off masks. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and oily skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Avril 3 in 1 cleaner 29 ingredients
Tata Harper Resurfacing BHA Glow Mask 22 ingredients
About this product
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Avril 3 in 1 cleaner 29 ingredients
Tata Harper Resurfacing BHA Glow Mask 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Kaolin
Abrasive
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventCharcoal Powder
Abrasive
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentDecyl Glucoside
CleansingPrunus Armeniaca Seed Powder
Abrasive
Volcanic Sand
Skin ConditioningZea Mays Starch
AbsorbentZinc PCA
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningRhamnose
HumectantGlucose
HumectantGlucuronic Acid
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingAmmonium C12-16 Alkyl Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Phytate
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Kaolin, Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Charcoal Powder, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Decyl Glucoside, Prunus Armeniaca Seed Powder, Volcanic Sand, Zea Mays Starch, Zinc PCA, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Rhamnose, Glucose, Glucuronic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Cellulose Gum, Ammonium C12-16 Alkyl Sulfate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phytate, Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingWater
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningMaltooligosyl Glucoside
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningLeuconostoc Ferment Filtrate
AntimicrobialBeta Vulgaris
Cosmetic ColorantKaolin
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantHydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantAroma
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Phytate
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Water, Lactobacillus Ferment, Maltooligosyl Glucoside, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate, Beta Vulgaris, Kaolin, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Aroma, CI 77491, Sodium Phytate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Kaolin 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 KaolinWater. 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 WaterSclerotium Gum is a polysaccharide gum made by the fungus, Sclerotium rolfssii. It is similar to xanthan gum.
In cosmetics, Sclerotium Gum is used to thicken the texture and to help stabilize other ingredients.
As an emulsifier, Sclerotium Gum helps prevent ingredients from separating, such as water and oil.
Learn more about Sclerotium GumSodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.
Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water. This helps stabilize the ingredients and the product.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
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