Holika Holika Pig Nose Clear Blackhead Steam Starter
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Anti-blemishMoroccan lava clay, Kaolin + 1 moreNot delivered
“Harnessing the powers of detoxifying Kaolin and Moroccan Lava Clay, the gel treatment reaches deep into the pores to eliminate excess sebum and combat blemishes.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycerin, Butylene glycol + 1 moreWorks
“Ultra pigmented for 24 hours of intense colour and hydration”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, butylene glycol.
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Citrus limon fruit extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Glycerin~22–33%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~5–7.4%
- 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 glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Carbomer~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerTriethanolamine~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolaminePeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilParfum~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumMoroccan lava clay~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps absorb oil (for the time of application) and creates a thicker product consistency
More about Moroccan lava clayKaolin~1.2–1.7%
- 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 KaolinAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceWater~0.4–1%
Citrus limon fruit extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus limon fruit extractPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Butylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Ethylparaben~0.1–0.3%
Isobutylparaben~0.05–0.3%
Propylparaben~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Parfum, Moroccan lava clay, Kaolin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Water, Citrus limon fruit extract, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben
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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.
| Holika HolikaPig Nose Clear Blackhead Steam StarterYOUR PRODUCT | Skin Inc Supplement BarPure Deepsea Hydrating Mask | Annie's WayLavender Extract Soothing Jelly Mask | Thank You FarmerBack To Relax Soothing Gel Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 35% |
| Price | — | $32.14 | $26.12 | $48.51 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Algae Extract | Panthenol | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
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