KORA Organics Turmeric BHA Pore & Brightening Treatment Mask
Works for
ExfoliationSalicylic acidNot delivered
“What Else You Need to Know Address congested pores, uneven texture, and dullness in one easy step with this skin-smoothing, visibly brightening mask.”
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 toneSalicylic acidNot delivered
“You can use it as a polishing scrub or as a leave-on solution to soften the appearance of discoloration and pigmentation.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Lactobacillus ferment, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks
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, lactobacillus ferment.
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: helianthus annuus seed oil, cocos nucifera fruit extract.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Rosa canina seed powder, Carica papaya fruit extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~23–34%
- 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 juiceRosa canina seed powder~5.7–8.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Maranta arundinacea root powder~4.4–6.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus ferment~3.4–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentBambusa arundinacea stem powder~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Abrasive ingredient used for physical exfoliation (scrubing)
More about Bambusa arundinacea stem powderGlycerin~2–2.9%
- 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 GlycerinCetearyl alcohol~1.5–2.3%
- 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 alcoholBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholRosa canina fruit oil~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilCarica papaya fruit extract~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helianthus annuus seed wax~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and support skin's barrier function while creating a thicker product consistency
More about Helianthus annuus seed waxPopulus tremuloides bark extract~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lactobacillus~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-living ingredient made by fermentation with the bacteria Lactobacillus. It can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help reduce inflammation
More about LactobacillusMorinda citrifolia fruit powder~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf powder~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sclerotium gum~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumCurcuma longa root powder~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium stearoyl glutamateCetearyl glucoside~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideJuniperus virginiana wood oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.15–0.6%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.15–0.55%
Mentha piperita oil~0.15–0.5%
Cocos nucifera fruit extract~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractSalicylic acid~0.1–0.5%
- 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 acidWater~0.1–0.5%
Sodium phytate~0.1–0.5%
Tocopherol~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 TocopherolHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.45%
Ascorbyl palmitate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateGlucose~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseAlcohol~0.1–0.35%
- 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 AlcoholQuartz~0.1–0.5%
Sorbic acid~0.05–0.25%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Rosa canina seed powder, Maranta arundinacea root powder, Lactobacillus ferment, Bambusa arundinacea stem powder, Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, Rosa canina fruit oil, Carica papaya fruit extract, Helianthus annuus seed wax, Populus tremuloides bark extract, Lactobacillus, Morinda citrifolia fruit powder, Camellia sinensis leaf powder, Sclerotium gum, Curcuma longa root powder, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Cetearyl glucoside, Juniperus virginiana wood oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Mentha piperita oil, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Salicylic acid, Water, Sodium phytate, Tocopherol, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Potassium sorbate, Ascorbyl palmitate, Glucose, Alcohol, Quartz, Sorbic acid, Limonene
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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.
| KORA OrganicsTurmeric BHA Pore & Brightening Treatment MaskYOUR PRODUCT | SheaMoistureAfrican Black Soap Problem Skin Facial Mask | VotaryIntense Overnight Mask | Glow Hub BeautyPURIFY & BRIGHTEN FACE MASK STICK | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 82% | 82% |
| Price | $22.00 | — | $98.14+$76.14 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Avena Sativa Kernel Flour | Kaolin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"KORA Organics - Turmeric BHA Pore & Brightening Treatment Mask" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.00% - 2.90% and lactobacillus ferment 3.40% - 5.00%). 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 "KORA Organics" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Use of Probiotics for Dermal Applicationsresearchgate.net
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- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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