Works for
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“The Bybi Acid Gold Mask gently, yet powerfully, exfoliates whilst stimulating cell renewal to instantly brighten and rejuvenate skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Squalene, Ubiquinone + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ubiquinone) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - squalene also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Butyrospermum parkii butter, Ubiquinone + 1 moreMay help
This product contains ubiquinone. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Butyrospermum parkii butter, Squalene + 6 moreWorks
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: butyrospermum parkii butter, cocos nucifera oil.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Caryocar brasiliense fruit oil, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Butyrospermum parkii butter~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCamellia japonica seed oil~4.5–6.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilSqualene~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
More about SqualeneRhus verniciflua peel cera~3.8–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caryocar brasiliense fruit oil~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Can contain an essential oil that can be irritating
More about Caryocar brasiliense fruit oilMica~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaHelianthus annuus seed oil~1.7–2.6%
- 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 oilTitanium dioxide~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCocos nucifera oil~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilHibiscus sabdariffa seed oil~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ricinus communis seed oil~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant oil that can help soften the skin. It might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but solid research is lacking. Is often used in lip products to create the needed product consistency
More about Ricinus communis seed oilVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractTocopherol~0.45–1.05%
- 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 TocopherolCalendula officinalis flower~0.4–0.9%
Maltodextrin~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinGardenia taitensis flower extract~0.3–0.7%
Iron oxides~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractUbiquinone~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneCitric acid~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCi 77891~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 77491~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ingredient list view
Butyrospermum parkii butter, Camellia japonica seed oil, Squalene, Rhus verniciflua peel cera, Caryocar brasiliense fruit oil, Mica, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Titanium dioxide, Cocos nucifera oil, Hibiscus sabdariffa seed oil, Ricinus communis seed oil, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Tocopherol, Calendula officinalis flower, Maltodextrin, Gardenia taitensis flower extract, Iron oxides, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Ubiquinone, Citric acid, Unknown, Ci 77891, Ci 77491
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| BYBIAcid Gold AHA Resurfacing Face MaskYOUR PRODUCT | EmerginCVitality Mask | Marina miracleShea mask | SheaMoistureAfrican Black Soap Problem Skin Facial Mask | |
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| Match | — | 33% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | — | $36.59 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 2 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Retinyl Palmitate | Panthenol | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"BYBI - Acid Gold AHA Resurfacing Face Mask" is effective for: Anti-oxidation
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "BYBI" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 17.00£ 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Squalene and its potential clinical useseuropepmc.org
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- 3Enhanced comedo formation in rabbit ear skin by squalene and oleic acid peroxidesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4Aroma volatiles of pequi fruit (Caryocar brasiliense Camb.)sciencedirect.com
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