Madara Cosmetics Smart Anti Pollution Charcoal Mud Repair Mask
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MoisturizingCetearyl alcohol, Glycerin + 9 moreWorks
“As if that wasn't enough, the formula is also enriched with Hyaluronic Acid to deliver intense hydration to the skin, plumping out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while strengthening the moisture seal.”
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:
anhydroxylitol, glycerin.
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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Anti-agingLactic acid ~0.1–0.4%, below the ~2% it needsUnder-dosed
“Harnessing the powers of Charcoal and Black Northern Mud, the face mask effectively draws out dirt, impurities and pollution build-up, whilst providing anti-ageing benefits to help minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Sodium anisate, Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Diatomaceous earth~5–7.6%
Cetearyl alcohol~3.2–4.9%
- 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 alcoholGlycerin~2.8–4.1%
- 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 GlycerinCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCharcoal powder~1.8–2.8%
Glyceryl stearate citrate~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citratePolyglyceryl-3 stearate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 stearateAlchemilla vulgaris extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has astringent properties. In other words, it might be able to interact with keratin in the uppermost layer of the skin to reduce swelling and create a temporal tightening effect. It can be irritating
More about Alchemilla vulgaris extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.85–1.3%
- 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 oilSphagnum magellanicum extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetraria islandica thallus extract~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polypodium vulgare rhizome extract~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium levulinate~0.3–0.75%
Sodium anisate~0.3–0.7%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateXylitylglucoside~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideXanthan gum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium pca~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaTocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolParfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPropanediol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAnhydroxylitol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolSodium phytate~0.1–0.45%
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidXylitol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolLactic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidLimonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Unknown, Diatomaceous earth, Cetearyl alcohol, Glycerin, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Charcoal powder, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Polyglyceryl-3 stearate, Alchemilla vulgaris extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Sphagnum magellanicum extract, Cetraria islandica thallus extract, Polypodium vulgare rhizome extract, Sodium levulinate, Sodium anisate, Glyceryl caprylate, Xylitylglucoside, Xanthan gum, Sodium pca, Tocopherol, Parfum, Propanediol, Anhydroxylitol, Sodium phytate, Citric acid, Xylitol, Lactic acid, Limonene
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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.
| Madara CosmeticsSmart Anti Pollution Charcoal Mud Repair MaskYOUR PRODUCT | DermorensMoisturising Mask | Jacob HooySuper Collageen Masker | VT CosmeticsPro Cica Centella Asiatica Tiger Cream Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 69% | 66% | 66% |
| Price | — | — | $6.00 | $36.48 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 6 | 5 of 6 | 5 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract | Glycolic Acid | Madecassoside |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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