L'Action Paris Cucumber Purifying Spa Mask 1 Mask
Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Betaine + 9 moreWorks
“Indication : To moisturise and purify the skin.”
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Carica papaya fruit extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dipropylene glycol~7.2–8.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolButylene glycol~4.3–5.2%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3.2–3.9%
- 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 GlycerinCucumis sativus fruit extract~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractPropylene glycol~2–2.4%
- 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 glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPortulaca oleracea extract~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractCarbomer~1.2–1.5%
- 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 CarbomerPropanediol~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolNelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.65–1%
Prunus mume fruit extract~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that might have an anti-oxidant effect and help even out skin tone, but solid evidence of effectiveness is lacking
More about Prunus mume fruit extractCaprylyl glyceryl ether~0.6–0.9%
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.55–0.8%
- 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 extractCarica papaya fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Xanthan gum~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBetaine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineCyclopentasiloxane~0.3–0.55%
- 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 CyclopentasiloxaneCyclohexasiloxane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneSodium polyacrylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Disodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sclerotium gum~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Propylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Portulaca oleracea extract, Carbomer, Propanediol, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Prunus mume fruit extract, Caprylyl glyceryl ether, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Xanthan gum, Betaine, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sodium polyacrylate, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract, Sclerotium gum, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Parfum
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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.
| L'Action ParisCucumber Purifying Spa Mask 1 MaskYOUR PRODUCT | BaleaAqua Sheet Mask, 1pc | TONYMOLYPure Dew Mask Sheet - 4 Types | THE FACE SHOPDr. Belmeur Intense Face Mask Marula Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 48% | 47% | 47% |
| Price | $6.49 | — | $3.92−$2.57 | $7.50+$1.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Madecassoside | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"L'Action Paris - Cucumber Purifying Spa Mask 1 Mask" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (betaine 0.30% - 0.55% and glycerin 3.20% - 3.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails at around 2.55£ 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Portulaca oleracea (purslane)mdedge.com
- 6
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