Elemental Herbology Facial Detox Purifying Facial Mask
Works for
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
“The purifying formula helps to eliminate toxins from the surface of the skin while gently exfoliating and softening.”
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-blemishKaolin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice + 1 moreNot delivered
“Reduces congestion, regular use helps eliminate blackheads”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Reduces blemishes and pigmentation”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ficus carica fruit extract, Calendula officinalis flower oil + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (ficus carica fruit 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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycerin, Cera alba + 9 moreWorks
“Although it has astringent properties it is not as dehydrating as conventional clays, leaving the skin soft, supple and clear.”
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:
avena sativa kernel flour, glycerin.
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: cera alba, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract, Calendula officinalis flower oil + 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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Kaolin~22–33%
- 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 KaolinWater~11–17%
Glycerin~4.5–6.8%
- 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 GlycerinTribehenin peg-20 esters~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Tribehenin peg-20 estersCera alba~3.2–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaMyristyl myristate~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~1.8–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerCapryloyl glycine~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycineSaccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermented sweet black tea. There is no studies on particular benefits of this ingredient in skin. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, and might have some anti-oxidant effect. It is used in skincare for mostly marketing purposes because of the popularity of kombucha drinks
More about Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea fermentMel~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelCinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sarcosine~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to enhance the penetration of other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about SarcosineAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.45–1.05%
- 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 leaf juiceAvena sativa kernel flour~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourFicus carica fruit extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–1%
- 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 oilCalendula officinalis flower oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might have an antibacterial and some antioxidant effect. Is a common allergen and irritant
More about Calendula officinalis flower oilMalachite extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is claimed to be able to support collagen product in skin, but evidence of effectiveness is missing
More about Malachite extractAllantoin~0.3–0.7%
- 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 AllantoinCedrus atlantica bark oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilXanthan gum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHydroxyethylcellulose~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseDisodium edta~0.15–0.65%
Hexylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.6%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Kaolin, Water, Glycerin, Tribehenin peg-20 esters, Cera alba, Myristyl myristate, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Capryloyl glycine, Saccharomyces/xylinum/black tea ferment, Mel, Cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract, Sarcosine, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Avena sativa kernel flour, Ficus carica fruit extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Calendula officinalis flower oil, Malachite extract, Allantoin, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Xanthan gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Disodium edta, Hexylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| Elemental HerbologyFacial Detox Purifying Facial MaskYOUR PRODUCT | FunctionalabDetox Mask | hellobubbleOver Night Hydrating Sleep Mask | Baxter of CaliforniaClay Mask AHA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $52.00 | $20.00 | $23.81 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Niacinamide | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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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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- 5Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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