Andalou Naturals Pumpkin Honey Glycolic Mask
Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acidWorks well
“Pumpkin Honey Glycolic Mask”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid.
Evens skin toneGlycolic acid, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateWorks well
“Key Ingredients Vitamin C , dramatically improves surface pigmentation, uneven tone, and dark spots caused by sun damage and over-stimulation of melanin; invigorates dermal circulation and cell turnover, boosts collagen and elastin, and fortifies skin's immunity to defend against free-radicals that can age skin prematurely Pumpkin Puree , natural enzymes remove dehydrated cells to brighten and smooth Manuka Honey , soothes and heals to clarify and restore balance Glycolic Acid , AHA gently dissolves intra-cellular glue to exfoliate dead cells and impurities”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Glycolic acid, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin + 6 moreWorks
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: helianthus annuus seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Calophyllum tacamahaca seed oil, Cinnamomum cassia oilMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Cucurbita pepo~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Cucurbita pepoAloe barbadensis extract~5.2–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~4.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilGlycerin~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinLeptospermum scoparium branch/leaf oil~2.6–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Honey~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the skin and might have some anti-bacterial properties. Can be an allergen
More about HoneyAnanas sativus fruit juice~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pectin~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycolic acid~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidSodium hyaluronate~0.9–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCyamopsis tetragonoloba gum~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lecithin~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinSaccharum officinarum extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractCalophyllum tacamahaca seed oil~0.45–1%
Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A derivative of vitamin C that is more stable, but less bioavailable than the pure form of vitamin C. It does not penetrate the skin well, but has been shown to convert to pure vitamin C once in skin. It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production and lightening the skin tone, but the required concentration is likely to be very high
More about Magnesium ascorbyl phosphateTocopherol~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolAspalathus linearis extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenethyl alcohol~0.15–0.6%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.5%
Cinnamomum cassia oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Myristica fragrans extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Cucurbita pepo, Aloe barbadensis extract, Unknown, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Leptospermum scoparium branch/leaf oil, Honey, Ananas sativus fruit juice, Pectin, Glycolic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum, Unknown, Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, Unknown, Lecithin, Saccharum officinarum extract, Calophyllum tacamahaca seed oil, Calophyllum inophyllum seed oil, Unknown, Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, Tocopherol, Aspalathus linearis extract, Phenethyl alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cinnamomum cassia oil, Myristica fragrans extract, Unknown
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| Andalou NaturalsPumpkin Honey Glycolic MaskYOUR PRODUCT | REVOLUTION SKINCAREx Sali Hughes Better in 5 Express Exfoliating Mask | Dr. IdrissMajor Fade Flash Mask | Beekman 1802Milk Mud Warming Clay Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 53% | 52% |
| Price | $13.38 | $13.37 | $47.72+$34.34 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Lactic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Andalou Naturals - Pumpkin Honey Glycolic Mask" is effective for: Exfoliation, Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (glycolic acid 1.10% - 1.60%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants).
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.90% - 1.30% and glycerin 3.40% - 5.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Andalou Naturals" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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