Peter Thomas Roth Irish Moor Mud Purifying Black Mask Versus Elemis Peptide4 Thousand Flower Mask
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What they are
These products are both reef safe wash off masks. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Peter Thomas Roth Irish Moor Mud Purifying Black Mask 23 ingredients
Elemis Peptide4 Thousand Flower Mask 31 ingredients
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Peter Thomas Roth Irish Moor Mud Purifying Black Mask 23 ingredients
Elemis Peptide4 Thousand Flower Mask 31 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Peat
Skin ConditioningCharcoal Powder
Abrasive
Polyacrylamide
Lava Powder
Skin ConditioningSargassum Fusiforme Extract
Skin ProtectingKaolin
Abrasive
Bentonite
AbsorbentLactic Acid
Buffering
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Peat, Charcoal Powder, Polyacrylamide, Lava Powder, Sargassum Fusiforme Extract, Kaolin, Bentonite, Lactic Acid, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Isohexadecane, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 80, Laureth-7, Sorbitan Oleate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77015
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentKaolin
Abrasive
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Betaine
Humectant
Peat
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Sebacate
SolventPolyglyceryl-6 Caprylate/Caprate
StabilisingBetula Alba Juice
AstringentLactic Acid
Buffering
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Salix Nigra Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingDisodium EDTA
Polyquaternium-39
Parfum
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Salix Daphnoides Bud/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein
Skin ConditioningMelilotus Officinalis Extract
AstringentCitric Acid
Buffering
Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Cistus Ladaniferus Oil
Emollient
Helichrysum Angustifolium Flower Extract
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Kaolin, Charcoal Powder, Betaine, Peat, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Sebacate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate/Caprate, Betula Alba Juice, Lactic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Salix Nigra Bark Extract, Disodium EDTA, Polyquaternium-39, Parfum, Propylene Glycol, Silica, Salix Daphnoides Bud/Leaf/Stem Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Citric Acid, Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Cistus Ladaniferus Oil, Helichrysum Angustifolium Flower Extract
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Peat yet.
Charcoal powder comes from grounded charcoal. Charcoal can originate from peat, coal, wood, coconut shell, or petroleum.
This ingredient has absorbent properties, making it great at absorbing oil.
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 KaolinLactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidXanthan 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 GumDisodium 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 EDTASodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoatePotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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Peter Thomas Roth Irish Moor Mud Purifying Black Mask 23 ingredients
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Peter Thomas Roth Irish Moor Mud Purifying Black Mask 23 ingredients
3.5 stars
My skin is noticeably less congested after using, but it's a bit drying and it's very overpriced
