Works for
Anti-agingLactic acid ~0.9–1.35%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Discover the Biocyte brand Identifying the main mechanisms of aging, the Biocyte Laboratory proposes through its products varied and adapted answers.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Cetearyl alcohol, Coco-caprylate/caprate + 2 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Benzyl salicylate, Coumarin + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cetearyl alcohol~5.8–8.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholCoco-caprylate/caprate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateGlycerin~2.7–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinBehentrimonium methosulfate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Behentrimonium methosulfateHydrolyzed keratin~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.6%
Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps reduce the irritating effect of surfactants
More about Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideLactic acid~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPotassium hydroxide~0.55–1.25%
Benzyl salicylate~0.4–0.95%
Coumarin~0.3–0.7%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeHexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.45%
Citronellol~0.05–0.25%
Parfum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBenzyl alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholIngredient list view
Water, Cetearyl alcohol, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glycerin, Behentrimonium methosulfate, Hydrolyzed keratin, Dehydroacetic acid, Hydroxypropyl guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Lactic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Benzyl salicylate, Coumarin, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Hexyl cinnamal, Citronellol, Parfum, Benzyl alcohol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| BiocyteKeratine Forte MaskYOUR PRODUCT | BIHAKU JOSHIWhite Mask | Dr Dennis GrossVitamin C Lactic Biocellulose Brightening Treatment Mask | NassifMD DermaceuticalsOvernight Illuminating Masque with Elasta-Derm C | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 66% | 66% | 64% |
| Price | — | $12.70 | $20.23 | $52.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Niacinamide | Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Biocyte - Keratine Forte Mask" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (lactic acid 0.90% - 1.35%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants). Lactic acid is particularly good in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin and improving the skin barrier.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.70% - 4.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 97.89$ in the United States and for 18.30£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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- 4Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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