Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Moisturizing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Exfoliation
- Evens skin tone
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: high
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 2
Key actives
Product Summary
"ELEMIS - Superfood Vital Veggie Mask" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (0.10% - 0.50%) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
- Humectants (glycerin 2.90% - 4.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 24.00£ up to 729.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 84.98A$ in Australia and for 45.50CA$ in Canada.
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Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Elemis, Superfood Get a shot of green goodness with this facial mask that nourishes and hydrates skin for a brighter, softer and smoother appearance.
Source: Allbeauty
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, aloe barbadensis leaf juice.
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, cucurbita pepo seed oil.
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
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
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
A plant seed oil that consists mainly of erucic acid and used to help soften the upper layer of the skin. This fatty acid can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the skin but it is not a good moisturizer on its own
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
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
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
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
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
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
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
KEY INGREDIENTS Wheatgrass, Kale and Nettle replenish the skin with vital minerals and vitamins for a healthy-looking complexion Avocado and Chia Seed Oils, naturally rich in Omega Fatty Acids 6 and 9, soften skin and lock in moisture Vitamin C and Passionfruit Acids reveal a brighter-looking complexion VISIBLE RESULTS 93% agreed this product left their skin feeling soft.
Source: Ulta
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Infusing dull, lack-luster skin with a shot of green goodness, the ELEMIS Superfood Vital Veggie Mask nourishes, hydrates and brightens in just 10 minutes.Packed with a host of beneficial ingredients, including nutrient-dense Supergreens, radiance-enhancing Passionfruit Acid and a naturally sugar derived Pre-Biotic, the green-colored, smoothie-inspired treatment effectively buffs away dead skin and impurities to reveal a smoother, more refined texture.
Source: Lookfantastic CA
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.
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Moisturizing | |
| Exfoliation | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 25/100.
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Key Actives
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
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations
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
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
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
Potential irritants
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
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
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
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
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
A plant seed oil that consists mainly of erucic acid and used to help soften the upper layer of the skin. This fatty acid can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the skin but it is not a good moisturizer on its own
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps oil and water mix together
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations
Comedogenic ingredients
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
Helps oil and water mix together
All ingredients
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
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
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
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
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
Chia seed oil. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and might be helpful in repairing skin barrier
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
A plant seed oil that consists mainly of erucic acid and used to help soften the upper layer of the skin. This fatty acid can enhance penetration of other ingredients into the skin but it is not a good moisturizer on its own
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
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
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
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
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
A plant oil that might help neutralize free radicals and have an anti-bacterial effect
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps oil and water mix together
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
Ingredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Kaolin, Water, Glycerin, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Stearic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Glyceryl stearate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Illite, Phenoxyethanol, Salvia hispanica seed oil, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Parfum, Alcohol denat., Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Brassica oleracea italica seed oil, Cucurbita pepo seed oil, Persea gratissima oil, Limonene, Tocopherol, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Caramel, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan isostearate, Maltodextrin, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, Urtica dioica juice, Cymbopogon martini oil, Passiflora edulis fruit extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Geraniol, Linalool, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Daucus carota sativa seed oil, Brassica oleracea acephala leaf extract, Triticum aestivum leaf extract, Chlorophyllin-copper complex, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Lecithin, Benzyl benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium hydroxide, Benzyl alcohol, Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract, Ascorbic acid, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Sodium bisulfite
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