e.l.f. cosmetics Superpurify Clay Facial Mask Versus Hero Cosmetics Pore Purity
Updated on August 21, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free 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, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
e.l.f. cosmetics Superpurify Clay Facial Mask 20 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Pore Purity 36 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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e.l.f. cosmetics Superpurify Clay Facial Mask 20 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Pore Purity 36 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Hectorite
AbsorbentStearic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Mannitol
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingBentonite
Absorbent
Sea Silt Extract
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Propanediol
Solvent
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Sulfur
Antiseborrhoeic
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentSodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingSea Silt
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Kelp Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingCoconut Acid
Cleansing
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingLauric Acid
Cleansing
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Sodium Isethionate
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Cocoate
Cleansing
Quartz
Abrasive
Spirulina Platensis Extract
Skin ProtectingTrehalose
Humectant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Antioxidant
Fucoxanthin
Skin ConditioningAstaxanthin
Skin Conditioning
Porphyridium Polysaccharide
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, CI 77891, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Bentonite, Sea Silt Extract, Kaolin, Propanediol, Myristic Acid, Sulfur, 1,2-Hexanediol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sea Silt, Lactobacillus/Kelp Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Acacia Senegal Gum, Coconut Acid, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-3 Lactate/Laurate, Decyl Glucoside, Lauric Acid, Palmitic Acid, Sodium Isethionate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Cocoate, Quartz, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Trehalose, Benzyl Alcohol, Maltodextrin, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Fucoxanthin, Astaxanthin, Porphyridium Polysaccharide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Glycerin 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 GlycerinKaolin 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 KaolinMyristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid. It is naturally found in milk fat. Other sources include palm oil, coconut oil, and butter fat.
Myristic Acid is an emulsifer and cleanser. As an emulsifer, it stabilizes a product by preventing ingredients from separating. Myristic Acid helps clean your skin by acting as a surfactant. It tends to gather oil and dirt on your skin to be easily rinsed away.
One study from 2021 found Myristic Acid to have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Myristic AcidPropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium Cocoyl Glycinate is a cleansing agent. It can be naturally derived or synthetically-created.
As a surfactant, it helps clean your skin by gathering dirt, oil, and other pollutants to be rinsed away more easily.
Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.
As a humectant, trehalose helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
Due to its antioxidant properties, trehalose may help with signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, unstable molecules that may damage your skin.
In medicine, trehalose and hyaluronic acid are used to help treat dry eyes.
Some animals, plants, and bacteria create trehalose as a source of energy to survive freeze or lack of water.
Learn more about TrehaloseWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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