Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask versus APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask .
Last updated on March 01, 2024. Published on March 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe wash off masks. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, BHA, 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, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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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.
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.
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Ingredient Info
MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask 51 ingredients
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask 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 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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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 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask 51 ingredients
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask 51 ingredients
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask 32 ingredients
Water • Kaolin • Bentonite • Methylpropanediol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Chlorella Vulgaris Extract • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Powder • Oryza Sativa Extract • Honey Extract • Primula Veris Flower Extract • Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract • Maranta Arundinacea Root Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Helianthus Annuus Extract • Phaseolus Vulgaris Seed Extract • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Aesculus Hippocastanum Extract • Chrysanthemum Indicum Extract • Tetrasodium EDTA • Lauryl Phosphate • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Caprylyl Glycol • Cellulose • Glucose • Butylene Glycol • Allantoin • Fructooligosaccharides • Fructose • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Phytate • Tocopherol • Canadian Colloidal Clay • Gluconolactone • Salicylic Acid • Glycolic Acid • Pentylene Glycol • Montmorillonite • Illite • Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide • Copper Tripeptide-1 • Xanthan Gum • Caffeine • Limonene • CI 77510 • Guaiazulene
Water • Kaolin • Propanediol • Bentonite • Gluconolactone • Silica • Charcoal Powder • 1,2-Hexanediol • Microcrystalline Cellulose • Niacinamide • Xanthan Gum • Tromethamine • Butylene Glycol • Salicylic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Algin • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Mandelic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Glycolic Acid • Lactic Acid • Citric Acid • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Water • Indigofera Tinctoria Extract • Illite • Dextrin • Hemerocallis Fulva Flower Extract • Montmorillonite • Myosotis Sylvatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract • Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil • Hydrolyzed Extensin
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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 WaterMediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
Kaolin 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 KaolinMediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
Bentonite is an aluminium phyllosilicate clay with great absorbent properties. The name 'bentonite' comes from the area where the largest source is found: Fort Benton, Wyoming.
As a clay, bentonite is often used to absorb excess oil and provide exfoliation. It has also been shown to have some antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies show bentonite was effective at calming dermatitis from poison ivy and in diaper dermatitis of infants. Bentonite has also been shown to act as a barrier against toxic compounds on your skin.
Sunscreens containing bentonite display higher water resistance and stay on the skin for much longer. The sunscreens containing bentonite also show higher potency and UV light absorbtion.
Bentonite is naturally created from volcanic ash and several natural weathering/hydrothermal processes.
A common usage of bentonite is removing excess protein from white wines. Bentonite contains a property of being able to absorb large amounts of protein from aqueous solutions.
Phyllosilicate clay has a structure formed by sheets.
Learn more about BentoniteMediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.
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.
MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.
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.
MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 31.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 35.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 15.
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.
Learn more about GluconolactoneMediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 39.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidMediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 40.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 14.
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:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidMediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 41.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 20.
Montmorillonite is a clay (aluminomagnesium silicate) with strong absorption properties. It has a similar pH to skin.
This clay is named after Montmorillon in France.
Learn about other types of clay, such as Kaolin, Bentonite, or Fuller's Earth.
Learn more about MontmorilloniteMediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 43.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 28.
Illite is an exfoliant.
MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 44.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 25.
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.
Learn more about Xanthan GumMediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask contains this as ingredient number 47.
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask contains this as ingredient number 11.
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MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask 51 ingredients
APRILSKIN Triple Acids Oil-Absorbing Clay Mask 32 ingredients
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MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask 51 ingredients
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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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