Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Glycerin + 12 moreWorks well
“Organic argan and jojoba oils hydrate your skin while the clay draws out pore-blocking impurities.”
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.
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: butyrospermum parkii butter, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
ExfoliationLactic acid ~0.05–0.15%Under-dosed
“This ultra-ventilated facial mask blends premium superfine French clay to deliver powerful exfoliation that's gentle on 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.
Evens skin toneLactic acid ~0.05–0.15%Under-dosed
“Stabilised vitamin C brightens and lactic acid (an alpha hydroxy acid) expedites cell turnover.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Sodium anisateMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Kaolin~5.1–7.7%
- 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 KaolinGlycerin~3.5–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinCetyl alcohol~2.2–3.4%
- 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 alcoholButyrospermum parkii butter~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterMontmorillonite~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A clay mineral. Can absorb oil from the surface of the skin
More about MontmorilloniteArgania spinosa kernel oil~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilGlyceryl stearate se~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seOlea europaea fruit oil~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilSodium levulinate~0.8–1.2%
Sodium anisate~0.5–1.15%
Simmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1.1%
- 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 oilIllite~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearic acid~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidOryza sativa bran oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Oryza sativa bran oilPanthenol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolTocopherol~0.1–0.5%
- 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 TocopherolPunica granatum seed oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Punica granatum seed oilSodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateGlyceryl caprylate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateLactic acid~0.05–0.15%
- 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 acidXanthan gum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Water, Kaolin, Glycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Montmorillonite, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Glyceryl stearate se, Olea europaea fruit oil, Sodium levulinate, Sodium anisate, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Illite, Stearic acid, Oryza sativa bran oil, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Punica granatum seed oil, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Glyceryl caprylate, Lactic acid, Xanthan gum
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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.
| FacetheoryPink Clay AHA Face Mask MK1YOUR PRODUCT | SheaMoistureAfrican Black Mud Mask | Loops BeautyClean Slate Face Mask | NooniBlack Superfood Clay Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 61% | 60% |
| Price | — | — | $8.40 | $21.80 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Facetheory - Pink Clay AHA Face Mask MK1" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.70% - 4.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Facetheory" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 24.00$ up to 141.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Use of “natural” oils for moisturization: Review of olive, coconut, and sunflower seed oilonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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