Earthwise Beauty Imhotep's Balsam Face Mask
A vegan and cruelty-free wash off mask that contains exfoliants.
Overview
What it is
Wash off mask with 13 ingredients that contains exfoliants
Cool Features
It is vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for sensitive skin
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
Fun facts
Earthwise Beauty is from United States.
We independently verify ingredients and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Does this product need an update? Let us know.
About this product
Ingredients List
Dive into the full list of ingredients.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Althaea Officinalis Root
Skin ConditioningStellaria Media Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder, Sodium Chloride, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Althaea Officinalis Root, Stellaria Media Extract, Astragalus Membranaceus Root Powder, Betula Lenta Bark Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root, Taraxacum Officinale Root, Cedrus Atlantica Wood Extract, Canarium Luzonicum Gum Oil, Zingiber Cassumunar Extract, Aquilaria Agallocha Wood Oil
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Explained
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder comes from the aloe plant.
Aloe leaves have a variety of benefits. They are most commonly known for the ability to soothe sunburns. This is due to their anti-inflammation and cooling properties.
Aloe leaves also contain many vitamins, such as Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are all antioxidants that can reduce skin damage from free-radical molecules.
Aloe should not replace your sunscreen as it does not protect against UV.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf PowderChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideThis ingredient 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 help fight free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By stabilizing them, antioxidants may help reduce the signs of aging.
Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help with stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita ExtractWe don't have a description for Althaea Officinalis Root yet.
We don't have a description for Stellaria Media Extract yet.
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Powder is an exfoliant.
Betula Lenta Bark Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root is the roots of the Licorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra L., Leguminosae.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra RootWe don't have a description for Taraxacum Officinale Root yet.
Cedrus Atlantica Wood Extract is a fragrance. It can cause irritation.
Canarium Luzonicum Gum Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.
We don't have a description for Zingiber Cassumunar Extract yet.
Agarwood essential oil or oud essential oil is used to add a scent to products. It is described to have a smoky, incense, sweet tobacco smell.
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Earthwise Beauty is a American brand
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Read more about us· Published May 30, 2023
