Institut Esthederm INTENSIVE HYALURONIC MASK
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MoisturizingGlycerin, Cetyl palmitate + 18 moreWorks
“Institut Esthederm INTENSIVE Hyaluronic Acid Face Mask is a hydrating and plumping luxurious face mask formulated with Hyaluronic Acid Patent that combines 3 forms and sizes of hyaluronic acid to effectively act on all skin layers.”
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:
algae extract, carnosine.
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: dimethicone, phenyl trimethicone.
Anti-agingCarnosine, Algae extractMay help
“INTENSIVE HYALURONIC PATENT - combines 3 forms and sizes of hyaluronic acid to effectively act on all skin layers - moisturise and smooth the wrinkles on the surface (epidermis) and reactivate the production of hyaluronic acid, plumping the volume deeper in the skin.”
This product contains carnosine. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · CarnosineWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (carnosine) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.4–5.4%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate~4.2–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated polydecene~3.1–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneCyclohexasiloxane~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneCetyl palmitate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and is used to improve product texture and stability
More about Cetyl palmitateTridecyl trimellitate~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Tridecyl trimellitateCetearyl alcohol~1.5–1.9%
- 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 alcoholCyclopentasiloxane~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneGlyceryl stearate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearatePeg-100 stearate~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCyclomethicone~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeGlyceryl dibehenate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCarnosine~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
More about CarnosineAlgae extract~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractDisodium adenosine triphosphate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerIsohexadecane~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneTribehenin~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninEthylhexyl palmitate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitateCetearyl glucoside~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideGlyceryl behenate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl behenatePolysorbate 60~0.3–0.6%
Glyceryl polyacrylate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin
More about Glyceryl polyacrylateAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerDimethicone~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerPhenyl trimethicone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.5%
Propylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSilica dimethyl silylate~0.3–0.55%
Butylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 glycolHexylene glycol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSalicylic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidDisodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Parfum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSorbitan isostearate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Hydrogenated polydecene, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetyl palmitate, Tridecyl trimellitate, Cetearyl alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl stearate, Peg-100 stearate, Cyclomethicone, Glyceryl dibehenate, Sodium hyaluronate, Carnosine, Algae extract, Disodium adenosine triphosphate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isohexadecane, Tribehenin, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Cetearyl glucoside, Glyceryl behenate, Polysorbate 60, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Phenyl trimethicone, Sodium hydroxide, Propylene glycol, Silica dimethyl silylate, Butylene glycol, Hexylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic acid, Disodium edta, Parfum, Sorbitan isostearate
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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.
| Institut EsthedermINTENSIVE HYALURONIC MASKYOUR PRODUCT | Lili MargoBioCell' Mask x3 | Jan MariniRetinol Plus Face Mask | Particle for MenParticle Face Mask For Men | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | $79.00 | — | — | $36.00−$43.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Allantoin | Retinol | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Institut Esthederm - INTENSIVE HYALURONIC MASK" could be helpful for: Moisturizing and Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 4.40% - 5.40%, cyclomethicone 0.65% - 0.95%, carnosine 0.15% - 0.25%, sodium hyaluronate 0.50% - 0.75%, carnosine 0.45% - 0.70% and algae extract 0.55% - 0.85%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 67.98CA$ in Canada, for 62.08A$ in Australia, for 37.27$ in the United States and at around 33.45£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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