Face Reality Skincare Soothing Clay Mask
Works for
CleansingCetearyl olivate, Cetyl alcohol + 4 moreCleanses gently
“purifying results”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl olivate, cetyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, sorbitan olivate, stearyl alcohol) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishBentonite, KaolinNot delivered
“congested, oily skin”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 flagged ingredients — 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~40–60%
Glycerin~4–5.9%
- 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~3.7–5.6%
Kaolin~2.8–4.1%
- 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 KaolinIllite~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glyceryl ricinoleate~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alcohol denat.~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Cetearyl olivate~1.2–1.7%
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateCaprylyl glycol~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCetyl alcohol~0.6–1.35%
- 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 alcoholCetearyl alcohol~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholStearyl alcohol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholSorbitan olivate~0.3–0.7%
Polysorbate 60~0.2–0.75%
Sodium gluconate~0.15–0.55%
Charcoal powder~0.2–0.75%
Citric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidO-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%
Hamamelis virginiana water~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana waterAlcohol~0.05–0.15%
- 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 AlcoholIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Bentonite, Kaolin, Illite, Glyceryl ricinoleate, Alcohol denat., Cetearyl olivate, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Caprylyl glycol, Cetyl alcohol, Cetearyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Sorbitan olivate, Polysorbate 60, Sodium gluconate, Charcoal powder, Citric acid, O-cymen-5-ol, Hamamelis virginiana water, Alcohol
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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.
| Face Reality SkincareSoothing Clay MaskYOUR PRODUCT | Shani Darden Skin CareSignature Nourishing Facial Mask with Squalane | Q+AActivated Charcoal Face Mask | REVOLUTION SKINCAREPink Clay Detoxifying Face Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 44% | 44% | 44% |
| Price | $42.00 | $58.00+$16.00 | — | $21.65−$20.35 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone | Agran Oil | — |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | 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 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Allergic contact dermatitis caused by isopropyl methylphenol, a new haptenonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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