“Designed to be used on skin in need of moisture, this nourishing mask gets to work in minutes and locks in hydration for up to 24 hours.”
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:
algae extract, betaine.
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: algae extract, hydrogenated vegetable oil.
“Cools the skin while unclogging pores”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
This product contains antioxidants (imperata cylindrica root extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
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Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolHelps create a nice product texture and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerinOne 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 GlycerinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium polyacrylate starchHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractA seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractSeaweed extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but good research is lacking at the moment
More about Laminaria digitata extractA fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractA plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractA mineral that is claimed to be able to support collagen product in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing
More about Malachite extractA plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Imperata cylindrica root extractMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideUsed to stabilize the product formulation
More about Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonateHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolAn oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerHelps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateA synthetic humectant made from urea. It pulls water into the upper layer of the skin about as well as glycerin, but without glycerin's stickiness. Unlike urea, it has not been shown to exfoliate. Lab and animal tests suggest a low risk of irritation at the levels used in products.
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaHelps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycineMaintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerHelps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolUsed to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating
More about T-butyl alcoholAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolWater, Propanediol, Peg/ppg/polybutylene glycol-8/5/3 glycerin, Glycerin, Betaine, Sodium polyacrylate starch, Biosaccharide gum-1, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Sodium hyaluronate, Tocopheryl acetate, Algae extract, Laminaria saccharina extract, Laminaria digitata extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Salicornia herbacea extract, Lavandula stoechas extract, Chlorella vulgaris extract, Malachite extract, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Caffeine, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Inulin, Trehalose, Sorbitol, Butylene glycol, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Hydroxyethyl urea, Polysorbate 20, Capryloyl glycine, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Sodium hydroxide, Hexylene glycol, T-butyl alcohol, Parfum, Linalool, Citral, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Hexyl cinnamal, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Geraniol, Benzyl benzoate, Tetrasodium edta, Disodium edta-copper, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 42090
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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.
| DarphinHydraskin Cooling Hydrating Gel MaskYOUR PRODUCT | Iroha NatureFirming and Hydrating Face Sheet Mask | By BEAUTY BAYHYDRATING GEL MASK WITH HYALURONIC ACID AND ALGAE | GlowiestDream Glow Soothing Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 35% | 34% |
| Price | $29.98 | $4.60−$25.38 | — | $24.99−$4.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Bakuchiol | Urea | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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"Darphin - Hydraskin Cooling Hydrating Gel Mask" is effective for: Exfoliation
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
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