MediCube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask Versus SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Glow Wrapping Mask
This wash off mask is formulated around Salicylic Acid to clear breakouts and unclog pores.
This pore-care overnight mask is formulated around Niacinamide and Centella Asiatica Extract to refine the look of pores and refine skin texture.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Bentonite
Absorbent
Methylpropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Pyrophosphate
BufferingCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantMagnesium Aluminum Silicate
Absorbent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Cellulose
Absorbent
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningGlucose
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Canadian Colloidal Clay
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Guaiazulene
Antimicrobial
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Montmorillonite
AbsorbentIllite
Abrasive
Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingOenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicPueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Skin Protecting
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCoffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Castanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Kaolin, Bentonite, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, CI 77510, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Glucose, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Caffeine, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Limonene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Sodium Phytate, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Canadian Colloidal Clay, Gluconolactone, Guaiazulene, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Montmorillonite, Illite, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Copper Tripeptide-1
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyvinyl Alcohol
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Tripropylene Glycol
Antioxidant
Sorbitol
Humectant
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Xylitol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Algin
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Jasminum Officinale Extract
Masking
Mineral Salts
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Extensin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium DNA
Skin Conditioning
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Water, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Glycereth-26, Tripropylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Isopentyldiol, Polyglycerin-3, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xylitol, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Propanediol, Xanthan Gum, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, Algin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Jasminum Officinale Extract, Mineral Salts, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Cyanocobalamin, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Glycerin, Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium DNA, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Ceramide NP, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.
Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water. This helps stabilize the ingredients and the product.
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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan 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 Gum
