Dermadoctor Kakadu C Amethyst Clay Detox Mask
Works for
ExfoliationLactic acid, Microcrystalline cellulose + 1 moreWorks well
“It offers gentle resurfacing action for a softer, brighter look.”
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: lactic acid.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, Syzygium luehmannii fruit extract + 4 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Lactic acid, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateWorks well
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: lactic 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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Lactic acid + 7 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, lactic acid.
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: squalane.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Lactic acid, Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside + 1 moreMay help
This product contains epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, lactic acid. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Kunzea pomifera fruit extract + 7 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~45–55%
Kaolin~5.1–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinGlycerin~3.9–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinBentonite~3.1–3.8%
Butylene glycol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used 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 glycolLactic acid~1.9–2.3%
- 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 acidTetrahexyldecyl ascorbate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
More about Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbateBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholMicrocrystalline cellulose~1.3–1.6%
Mica~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCarrageenan~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerSqualane~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneAllantoin~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCellulose gum~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumAlcohol denat.~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Dehydroacetic acid~0.3–0.55%
Polysorbate 60~0.3–0.55%
Kunzea pomifera fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Syzygium luehmannii fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
Tasmannia lanceolata fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium phytate~0.2–0.35%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateTerminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractTin oxide~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideGallyl glucoside~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propyl gallate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve product formulations and can mask the smell of other ingredients in a product
More about Propyl gallateAlcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholMalic acid~0.15–0.3%
Rosa canina seed powder~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A synthetic version of green tea polyphenol that helps neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucosideCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 triglycerideCitrus aurantifolia peel extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extractCitrus grandis extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lavandula angustifolia extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin
More about Lavandula angustifolia extractMangifera indica fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. There is no evidence of other benefits in skin
More about Mangifera indica fruit extractPrunus armeniaca fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might have some antioxidant properties and might help attract water to the skin, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus armeniaca fruit extractPyrus malus fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractRubus idaeus leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Rubus idaeus leaf extractVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractCi 77491~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Ci 77510~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.2%
- 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 dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Kaolin, Glycerin, Bentonite, Butylene glycol, Lactic acid, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Benzyl alcohol, Microcrystalline cellulose, Mica, Carrageenan, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Squalane, Allantoin, Cellulose gum, Alcohol denat., Dehydroacetic acid, Polysorbate 60, Kunzea pomifera fruit extract, Syzygium luehmannii fruit extract, Tasmannia lanceolata fruit extract, Sodium phytate, Sorbitan isostearate, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Tin oxide, Gallyl glucoside, Propyl gallate, Alcohol, Malic acid, Rosa canina seed powder, Epigallocatechin gallatyl glucoside, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Citrus aurantifolia peel extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract, Citrus grandis extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Mangifera indica fruit extract, Prunus armeniaca fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Rubus idaeus leaf extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Ci 77491, Ci 77510, Titanium dioxide
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| DermadoctorKakadu C Amethyst Clay Detox MaskYOUR PRODUCT | Baxter of CaliforniaClay Mask AHA | KinshipMint Mud Deep Pore Detox Mask | NaturiumAHA Exfoliating Mask 10% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 51% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | $24.87 | $24.09−$0.78 | — | $20.00−$4.87 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Persea Gratissima Oil | Jojoba Esters | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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