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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask versus APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask .

Published on January 29, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA, exfoliants and PHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Exfoliator American Brand United States
Wash Off Mask South Korean Brand South Korea

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Wash Off Mask

Wash off masks are used to treat skin concerns: large pores, dryness, dullness, acne, and much more. They are applied preferably after cleansing (depending on the product’s instructions) and usually have to be removed within a specific time period.

Price

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Buy Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask

Starts at $16.98
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Starts at $19.50

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA (4)
PHA
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (4)
Reduces Large Pores (5)
Anti-Aging (4)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (6)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (6)

Concerns

Irritating (5)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

AHA (3)
BHA
PHA
Exfoliators (4)
Niacinamide

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin (4)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture (3)
Reduces Large Pores (5)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (5)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (5)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.

APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Loved

Glycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with research to back up its benefits. Its main role is to peel the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Glycolic Acid has shown to boost collage production, a protein that helps skin stay firm. Overall, Glycolic Acid helps with improving uneven tone, rough patches of skin, fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage. It also increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.

When applying Glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging. The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product.

Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.

APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 20.

3
What it does: Antimicrobial
Community Rating: Liked

Mandelic 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:

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Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.

APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 18.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs have a larger structure than AHAs and BHAs and are more gentle. It is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.

When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This helps improve texture and brightens the skin.

Gluconolactone is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.

PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.

In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. However, we still recommend wearing SPF especially after using exfoliating ingredients.

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Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.

APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
What it does: Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.

Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.

Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.

Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.

Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Lactic Acid

Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask contains this as ingredient number 14.

APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 21.

6
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

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:

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Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask contains this as ingredient number 23.

APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 22.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask contains this as ingredient number 31.

APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

71% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
18% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet
47% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
16% are disliked or very disliked
22% have no rating yet

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Bubble Deep Dive AHA + PHA Exfoliating Mask 34 ingredients

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APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask 32 ingredients

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Clover

1 year ago · Dry Skin
Review

Excess oil begone!
A clay mask and gentle exfoliator in one. I only use it on my nose and chin now, as it is a bit drying. Also, don’t leave it on...

Excess oil begone!
A clay mask and gentle exfoliator in one. I only use it on my nose and chin now, as it is a bit drying. Also, don’t leave it on too long (no more then 10 min) because it is also an exfoliator. My skin feels very clean and my pores look great after using this. I took off one star only because it's a bit drying and I can't use it all over my face. I think it would work best for someone with oily skin (not me) . It did make my cheeks a little red (it didn't sting my skin, just made it red), but I'm beginning to suspect that I could be a little sensitive to glycolic acid, so you may not have any issues if the exfoliants in this don't bother your skin.

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