Works for
MoisturizingUrea, Glycerin + 15 moreWorks well
“Deeply nourish your complexion with the Elemis Exotic Cream Moisturising Mask ; a hydrating formula that works to replenish dull, dry skin.”
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:
galactoarabinan, 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: helianthus annuus seed oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: urea
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy14 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 12 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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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.7–5.8%
- 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 GlycerinStearic acid~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidButyl stearate~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~2.3–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCeteareth-12~1.8–2.2%
Cetearyl ethylhexanoate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Cetearyl ethylhexanoateCetyl alcohol~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyacrylate-13~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.7–1.05%
- 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 oilXanthan gum~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumLecithin~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Polyisobutene~0.45–0.7%
Butylene glycol~0.4–0.65%
- 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 glycolTheobroma grandiflorum seed butter~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might as well help to attract moisture to its upper layer
More about Theobroma grandiflorum seed butterCarapa guianensis seed oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Isopropyl myristate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateTocopherol~0.3–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolParfum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneSodium dehydroacetate~0.25–0.45%
Malva sylvestris extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Galactoarabinan~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GalactoarabinanPolysorbate 20~0.25–0.5%
Sorbitan isostearate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateLinalool~0.2–0.4%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.2–0.4%
Citral~0.2–0.4%
Mel extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Echinacea purpurea extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Echinacea purpurea extractTocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A 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 acetateCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCitronellol~0.2–0.4%
Coumarin~0.2–0.4%
Benzyl benzoate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateButylphenyl methylpropional~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalEugenol~0.2–0.35%
Urea~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about UreaCrithmum maritimum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum extractSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Ornithine hcl~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lysine hcl~0.2–0.35%
Sodium lactate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateArginine hcl~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about Arginine hclCitrus nobilis oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCitrus aurantium flower oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Acacia decurrens extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.1–0.15%
- 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, Glycerin, Stearic acid, Butyl stearate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Ceteareth-12, Cetearyl ethylhexanoate, Cetyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylate-13, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Xanthan gum, Lecithin, Chlorphenesin, Polyisobutene, Butylene glycol, Theobroma grandiflorum seed butter, Carapa guianensis seed oil, Disodium edta, Isopropyl myristate, Tocopherol, Parfum, Limonene, Sodium dehydroacetate, Malva sylvestris extract, Galactoarabinan, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan isostearate, Linalool, Hexyl cinnamal, Citral, Mel extract, Echinacea purpurea extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Citric acid, Citronellol, Coumarin, Benzyl benzoate, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Eugenol, Urea, Crithmum maritimum extract, Sodium hydroxide, Ornithine hcl, Lysine hcl, Sodium lactate, Arginine hcl, Citrus nobilis oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus aurantium flower oil, Acacia decurrens extract, 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.
| ELEMISExotic Cream Moisturizing MaskYOUR PRODUCT | 111SKINMolecular Hydration Mask | DEARPACKERWater Beam Mask | AMELIORATERestorative Facial Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | — | $80.00 | — | $8.83 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Niacinamide | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"ELEMIS - Exotic Cream Moisturizing Mask" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium lactate 0.20% - 0.35%, urea 0.25% - 0.45%, galactoarabinan 0.25% - 0.50% and glycerin 4.70% - 5.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "ELEMIS" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 54.00€ in Germany, from 43.00$ up to 65.00$ in the United States, for 77.26A$ in Australia, from 43.00£ up to 44.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 88.20CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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