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Holika Holika Pure Essence Morning Mask - Green Tea x 30
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Holika Holika Pure Essence Morning Mask - Green Tea x 30

Efficacy41/100IrritancyHigh
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Works for

Moisturizing
Glycerin, Betaine + 4 more
Works
What the product description says
“Pure Essence Morning Mask .”
From product name

This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.

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).

GlycerinKey activeEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~4.1–6.2%
BetaineKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~1.6–2.4%
Sodium hyaluronateKey activeEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~1.2–1.8%
Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: LowCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~1.3–2%
Viola tricolor extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin~0.45–1%
Centella asiatica extractUnder-dosedA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.35–0.8%
Anti-aging
Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract
Not delivered
What the product description says
“The product contains sodium hyaluronate, which is involved in the synthesis of collagen, which in turn maintains the elasticity and youth of the skin.”
Source: Feelunique

This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - camellia sinensis leaf extract - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.

This ingredient camellia sinensis leaf extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: LowCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~1.3–2%
Centella asiatica extractUnder-dosedA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.35–0.8%
Evens skin tone
Camellia sinensis leaf extract
Not delivered
What the product description says
“Green tea controls the sebaceous glands, chamomile extract combats inflammation and moisturises the skin, and bergamot freshens and brightens up the skin tone.”
Source: Feelunique

Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: LowCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~1.3–2%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract + 3 more
May help

This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.

Camellia sinensis leaf extractKey activeEffect: MediumCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~1.3–2%
Paeonia suffruticosa root extractEffect: Low~0.8–1.2%
Viola tricolor extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin~0.45–1%
Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extractEffect: LowUsed as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect~0.35–0.8%
Centella asiatica extractUnder-dosedA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.~0.35–0.8%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
3 strong irritants: Lavandula angustifolia extract, Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract + 1 more — patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 11 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.95–1.45%est.
Paeonia suffruticosa root extract—High~0.8–1.2%est.
Lavandula angustifolia extractUsed for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skinHigh~0.4–1%est.
Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extractUsed as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effectHigh~0.35–0.8%est.
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilA plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivityHigh~0.15–0.6%est.
MethylpropanediolHelps dissolve other ingredients in a formulationMedium~3.7–5.5%est.
Viola tricolor extractA plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skinMedium~0.45–1%est.
Centella asiatica extractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.Medium~0.35–0.8%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.05–0.2%est.
HydroxyacetophenoneUsed to increase effectiveness of preservativesMedium~0.05–0.1%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged
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Ingredients

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Water~40–60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~4.1–6.2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Methylpropanediol~3.7–5.5%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Helps dissolve other ingredients in a formulation

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Dipropylene glycol~2.5–3.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying

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Polyglyceryl-4 caprate~2–3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Betaine~1.6–2.4%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~1.3–2%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingAnti-blemishEvens skin toneMoisturizing

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

More about Camellia sinensis leaf extract
Sodium hyaluronate~1.2–1.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.95–1.45%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-inflammatory

Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating

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Paeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.8–1.2%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation
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Viola tricolor extract~0.45–1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationMoisturizing

A plant extract that might have an anti-inflammatory effect in skin

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Lavandula angustifolia extract~0.4–1%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

Used for fragrance and contains volatile compounds that can irritate the skin

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Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract~0.35–0.8%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

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Centella asiatica extract~0.35–0.8%
Under-dosedIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-blemish

A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.

More about Centella asiatica extract
Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.6%
Irritant · high
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

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Allantoin panthenol~0.15–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Xanthan gum~0.1–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Tromethamine~0.1–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps adjust pH in products

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Carbomer~0.05–0.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

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Disodium edta~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.2%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Hydroxyacetophenone~0.05–0.1%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to increase effectiveness of preservatives

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Ingredient list view

Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Dipropylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Betaine, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Viola tricolor extract, Lavandula angustifolia extract, Chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract, Centella asiatica extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Allantoin panthenol, Xanthan gum, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Disodium edta, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone

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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.

  1. 1
    Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  2. 2
    Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  3. 3
    Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin careresearchgate.net
  4. 4
    Immunosuppressive activity of an aqueous Viola tricolor herbal extractncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  5. 5
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6272594/ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  6. 6
    Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Titrated Extract of Centella asiatica in Phthalic Anhydride-Induced Allergic Dermatitis Animal Modelmdpi.com
Holika Holika Pure Essence Morning Mask - Green Tea x 30
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