Neogen Dermalogy High G Exosome Mask Versus APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Sheet Mask
Updated on November 05, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe sheet masks. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Neogen Dermalogy High G Exosome Mask 96 ingredients
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Sheet Mask 43 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Neogen Dermalogy High G Exosome Mask 96 ingredients
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Sheet Mask 43 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Diphenyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantFerulic Acid
Antimicrobial
Dextrin
AbsorbentSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Theobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningGlutathione
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Isoleucine
Skin Protecting
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Resveratrol
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentSodium PCA
Humectant
Calcium Pantothenate
Sodium Lactate
BufferingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Arginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
PCA
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyphosphate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingSodium Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicPyridoxine
Skin ConditioningFolic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Menadione
MaskingSerine
Masking
Valine
MaskingDipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate
Skin Conditioning
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Proline
Skin ConditioningTricalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Silica
Abrasive
Phenylalanine
Masking
Histidine
Humectant
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Riboflavin
Cosmetic ColorantThiamine Hcl
MaskingLinoleic Acid
Cleansing
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningTripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tripeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Nonapeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Isopentyldiol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Triethylhexanoin, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Adenosine, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Ferulic Acid, Dextrin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Glutathione, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Xanthan Gum, Maltodextrin, Ascorbic Acid, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Palmitoyl Isoleucine, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Resveratrol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Sodium PCA, Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Lactate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Palmitic Acid, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate, PCA, Glucose, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Sodium Polyphosphate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Glycine, Alanine, Sodium Ascorbate, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Biotin, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid, Lecithin, Polysorbate 20, Menadione, Serine, Valine, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Isoleucine, Threonine, Proline, Tricalcium Phosphate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Silica, Phenylalanine, Histidine, Cyanocobalamin, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Copper Tripeptide-1, Riboflavin, Thiamine Hcl, Linoleic Acid, Beta-Carotene, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-2, Hexapeptide-11, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Hexapeptide-9, Nonapeptide-1
Water
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract 13.5%
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingNelumbo Nucifera Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Annua Extract
MaskingOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glutathione
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cholesterol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Disodium EDTA
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingInulin
Skin ConditioningCellulose
AbsorbentGlucose
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Polyglucuronic Acid
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Water, Centella Asiatica Extract 13.5%, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Niacinamide, Glutathione, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Beta-Glucan, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Stearate, Cholesterol, Propanediol, Disodium EDTA, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Inulin, Cellulose, Glucose, Fructose, Polyglucuronic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Arginine
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 WaterButylene 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 GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
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 PropanediolNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about Niacinamide1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
This is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.
It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
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.
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer is made up of glycerin and polyacrylic acid. It helps hydrate your skin as a humectant.
This ingredient forms a hydrogel that delivers moisturizing, water-based ingredients to the skin. It is also used to thicken a product and to give it a smooth texture.
Acrylic acid itself is toxic, but the polymer form (this ingredient) is too large to penetrate skin, making it non-toxic.
Learn more about Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid CopolymerGlutathione is an antioxidant naturally found in our bodies. It is made up of three amino acids: glycine, cysteine, and glutamic acid.
As an antioxidant, it prevents oxidative damage to parts of our cell.
While glutathione is said to help with fading dark spots, the results from research are inconclusive. Further studies are needed. With that said, gluthatione has been shown to protect our skin from UV-B induced damage.
This ingredient is naturally occurring in plants, animals, fungi, and some bacteria.
Learn more about GlutathioneXanthan 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 GumThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideArginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineGlucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms.
In skincare, glucose is used to hydrate the skin. It also acts as a prebiotic for our natural biome.
Glucose is hydrating due to its humectant property. As a humectant, glucose draws moisture from the air and from deeper levels in the skin.
Our skin contains many sugars that act as prebiotics and help strengthen our natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome helps protect our skin from harmful bacteria and other contaminants.
Studies show glucose may help with fading discoloration and pigmentation. This is because our skin metabolizes glucose into lactic acid. Lactic acid is an AHA that helps exfoliate the top layer of skin.
Learn more about GlucoseSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAIngredient Ratings
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Neogen Dermalogy High G Exosome Mask 96 ingredients
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Sheet Mask 43 ingredients
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Neogen Dermalogy High G Exosome Mask 96 ingredients
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Sheet Mask 43 ingredients
Match made in heaven. This is my favourite mask ever. Made my skin so soft and hydrated mind you before I tried it my skin was so flakey and dry. (I have dry, sensitive, eczema-prone skin)
great sheet mask that can be purchased for about 99 cents or less. contains a ton of essence with quality ingredients. this is a great bargain and it is much higher quality than many other cheap sheet masks.
