ELEMIS Advanced Skincare Peptide4 Thousand Flower Mask
Works for
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.4–0.95%Under-dosed
“In addition the willow complex provides a gentle exfoliating action that helps to remove dead skin cells and impurities from the 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.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Betaine + 2 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Parfum, Melilotus officinalis extract + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinSodium acrylates crosspolymer-2~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Kaolin~2.7–4.1%
- 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 KaolinCharcoal powder~2.1–3.2%
Betaine~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePeat~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyglyceryl-4 laurate/sebacate~1–1.5%
Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate/caprate~0.85–1.25%
Betula alba juice~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactic acid~0.4–0.95%
- 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 acidChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Salix nigra bark extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might contain salicylic acid
More about Salix nigra bark extractDisodium edta~0.3–0.75%
Polyquaternium-39~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-39Parfum~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropylene glycol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSilica~0.35–0.8%
Salix daphnoides bud/leaf/stem extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salix alba bark extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractXanthan gum~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium benzoate~0.1–0.45%
Hydrolyzed yeast protein~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melilotus officinalis extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be used as a fragrance and can be irritating
More about Melilotus officinalis extractCitric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.3%
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilCistus ladaniferus oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helichrysum angustifolium flower extract~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium acrylates crosspolymer-2, Kaolin, Charcoal powder, Betaine, Peat, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 laurate/sebacate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate/caprate, Betula alba juice, Lactic acid, Chlorphenesin, Salix nigra bark extract, Disodium edta, Polyquaternium-39, Parfum, Propylene glycol, Silica, Salix daphnoides bud/leaf/stem extract, Salix alba bark extract, Xanthan gum, Sodium benzoate, Hydrolyzed yeast protein, Melilotus officinalis extract, Citric acid, Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil, Potassium sorbate, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Cistus ladaniferus oil, Helichrysum angustifolium flower extract
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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.
| ELEMISAdvanced Skincare Peptide4 Thousand Flower MaskYOUR PRODUCT | celimaxSkin Repair Bee Tox Therapy Mask | Jan MariniLuminate Face Mask | KinshipMint Mud Deep Pore Detox Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 64% | 63% |
| Price | — | $4.60 | $152.11 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | A Type Of Green Tea Extract | Allantoin |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"ELEMIS - Advanced Skincare Peptide4 Thousand Flower Mask" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (betaine 1.60% - 2.40% and glycerin 4.00% - 6.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "ELEMIS" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 30.40£ up to 842.00£ 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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