Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask versus Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm .
Published on July 04, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, 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 fragrances
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Sheet Mask
Sheet masks are one-time use masks that go over the face. They are usually used after cleansing (depending on the product’s instructions).
Makeup Remover
Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.
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Ingredient Info
Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask 19 ingredients
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm 32 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask 19 ingredients
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask 19 ingredients
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm 32 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Niacinamide 2% • Dipropylene Glycol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Arginine • Carbomer • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate • Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate • Allantoin • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside • Butylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Parfum • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sodium Hyaluronate
Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate • Synthetic Wax • Synthetic Beeswax • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Ascorbic Acid • Panthenol • Tocopherol • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Benzyl Glycol • Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract • Malpighia Glabra Fruit Extract • Punica Granatum Fruit Extract • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Juice • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Leaf Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract • Raspberry Ketone • Water • Ethylhexylglycerin • 1,2-Hexanediol • Parfum • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract • Beta-Carotene
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinMary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 11.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask contains this as ingredient number 14.
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 12.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumMary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 29.
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.
Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask contains this as ingredient number 18.
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 28.
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Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask 19 ingredients
Mary & May Vitamin B, C, E Cleansing Balm 32 ingredients
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Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask 19 ingredients
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Mary & May Niacinamide Vitamin C Brightening Mask 19 ingredients
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