VT Cosmetics Cica Daily Soothing Mask Versus innisfree Squeeze Energy Mask - Acai Berry
Updated on August 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe sheet masks. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
VT Cosmetics Cica Daily Soothing Mask 51 ingredients
innisfree Squeeze Energy Mask 31 ingredients
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VT Cosmetics Cica Daily Soothing Mask 51 ingredients
innisfree Squeeze Energy Mask 31 ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingPropanediol
SolventCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Trehalose
HumectantCitrus Grandis Seed Extract
Astringent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Honey Extract
Humectant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningRoyal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Fructan
Skin ConditioningXylitylglucoside
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantXylitol
HumectantGlucose
HumectantGlycine
Buffering
Serine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantAspartic Acid
MaskingLeucine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningTyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
MaskingThreonine
Proline
Skin ConditioningValine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningHistidine
HumectantMethionine
Skin ConditioningCysteine
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Trehalose, Citrus Grandis Seed Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arginine, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Propolis Extract, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Butylene Glycol, Honey Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Fructan, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Glucose, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Proline, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Methionine, Cysteine, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Gluceth-20
HumectantCetearyl Olivate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-26
HumectantSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Arginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSphingomonas Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Disodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialWater, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Methyl Gluceth-20, Cetearyl Olivate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Sorbitan Olivate, Arginine, Carbomer, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract, Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem 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 Water1,2-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
Arginine 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 ArginineEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Disodium 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 EDTAButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractIngredient Ratings
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VT Cosmetics Cica Daily Soothing Mask 51 ingredients
innisfree Squeeze Energy Mask 31 ingredients
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VT Cosmetics Cica Daily Soothing Mask 51 ingredients
Really light face mask. It's super soothing and healing for the skin, and it absorbs really well. It doesn't leave any slimy or sticky residue and you can easily layer other serums or products after using this. I wish it was a little more hydrating, but it works very well as it is. so it's really not an issue.
I really, really wish I could give this product a higher rating. It's meant to be a daily soothing mask, so I use it after washing my face in the evening, before putting on my evening moisturizer. I absolutely love the immediate calming, hydrating effect on my face after using it - my redness calms down, active pimples become less prominent and it just gives a great glow. It also has a relaxing, Show more
