Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches Versus Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks
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
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Ingredient Info
Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches 33 ingredients
Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks 18 ingredients
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Catrice Energy Boost Hydrogel Eye Patches 33 ingredients
Three Ships Beauty Brighter Days Red Algae + Avocado Biodegradable Eye Masks 18 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCarrageenan
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSucrose
HumectantCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentPropanediol
SolventHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Gellan Gum
Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract
TonicEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Phytate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Potassium Chloride
Calcium Lactate
AstringentCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Carrageenan, Caffeine, Xanthan Gum, Sucrose, Cellulose Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Gellan Gum, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Phytate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Mica, Tin Oxide, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Lactate, CI 77491, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventChondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSucrose
HumectantCitrus Nobilis Peel Extract
Masking
Potassium Chloride
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract
EmollientCalcium Lactate
AstringentPolyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Cellulose Gum, Sucrose, Citrus Nobilis Peel Extract, Potassium Chloride, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Calcium Lactate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinCeratonia 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 GumXanthan 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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumSucrose 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'.
Learn more about SucroseCellulose 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.
Learn more about Cellulose GumPentylene 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 also help thicken or stabilize a product.
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.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
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.
Learn more about PropanediolAllantoin 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 AllantoinDipotassium 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 GlycyrrhizatePotassium Chloride can be bad for oily skin and be bad for acne prone skin.
We don't have a description for Calcium Lactate yet.
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