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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches versus Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks .

Published on August 24, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe eye masks. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

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

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

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Eye Mask

Eye masks are used to add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be overnight masks or eye patches.

Eye Mask

Eye masks are used to add moisture back into the skin around the eyes; these can be overnight masks or eye patches.

Price

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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

Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Eczema

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 1.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin 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.

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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 2.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

Ceratonia Siliqua Gum is extracted from the seeds of the carob tree. You might know this ingredient as Carob Gum or Locust Bean Gum. It is used to stabilize other ingredients and improve the texture of products.

Carob gum is made up of long-chain polysaccharides. This makes it a natural thickener.

Yes! This ingredient comes from the seeds of a tree. The name 'Locust Bean Gum' can be misleading.

Learn more about Ceratonia Siliqua Gum

Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 5.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 12.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Soothing
Community Rating: Mixed

Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.

In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.

Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.

Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.

The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.

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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 13.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 8.

6
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

Cellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.

As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.

This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.

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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 14.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 7.

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

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 help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

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.

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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 15.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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.

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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 17.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 19.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.

Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.

One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.

Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.

Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.

Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.

Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.

Learn more about Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 20.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Potassium Chloride can be bad for oily skin and be bad for acne prone skin.

Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 30.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 10.

12
What it does: Astringent, Buffering

We don't have a description for Calcium Lactate.

Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches contains this as ingredient number 31.

Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks contains this as ingredient number 16.

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

36% are loved or liked
24% have mixed ratings
27% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet
39% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
11% are disliked or very disliked
39% have no rating yet

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