Oh K! 3-Step Purifying Charcoal Mask

Oh K! 3-Step Purifying Charcoal Mask

Efficacy100/100IrritancyHigh

Works for

Moisturizing
Panthenol, Persea gratissima fruit extract +ย 17ย more
Works well
What the product description says
โ€œUltra pigmented for 24 hours of intense colour and hydrationโ€
Source: Feelunique

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called โ€œhumectantsโ€:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they โ€œpull inโ€ the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: allantoin, betaine.

This product also contains ingredients called โ€œocclusivesโ€. 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: persea gratissima fruit extract, glyceryl caprylate.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol

PanthenolHeroEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function~0.35โ€“0.75%
Persea gratissima fruit extractKey activeEffect: High~0.35โ€“0.8%
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~0.35โ€“0.85%
Sodium hyaluronateKey activeEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.3โ€“0.75%
AllantoinKey activeEffect: HighHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated~0.3โ€“0.7%
BetaineKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture~0.3โ€“0.75%
GlycoproteinsKey activeEffect: High~0.2โ€“0.75%
Glutamic acidKey activeEffect: HighAn amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2โ€“0.75%
ThreonineKey activeEffect: HighAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.15โ€“0.7%
Palmitic acidEffect: LowAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~3.8โ€“5.7%
Stearic acidEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient~2.5โ€“3.8%
Glyceryl stearateEffect: LowAn emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together~1.2โ€“1.8%
Glyceryl caprylateEffect: LowAn emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products~0.35โ€“0.85%
Butylene glycolEffect: LowUsed 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~0.35โ€“0.75%
Peg-75Effect: LowHelps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.~0.35โ€“0.8%
Portulaca oleracea extractEffect: LowA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2โ€“0.8%
Scutellaria baicalensis root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties~0.1โ€“0.45%
Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan 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~0.2โ€“0.75%
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.~0.4โ€“0.9%
Anti-oxidation
Side benefit ยท Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract +ย 5ย more
May help

This product contains antioxidants (ginkgo biloba 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.

Ginkgo biloba leaf extractKey activeEffect: MediumA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating~0.15โ€“0.55%
Paeonia suffruticosa root extractEffect: Low~0.35โ€“0.8%
Lonicera japonica flower extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating~0.2โ€“0.7%
Portulaca oleracea extractEffect: LowA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.2โ€“0.8%
Scutellaria baicalensis root extractEffect: LowA plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties~0.1โ€“0.45%
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.~0.4โ€“0.9%
Camellia sinensis leaf extractUnder-dosedCan 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~0.2โ€“0.75%
Anti-aging
Side benefit ยท Threonine, Camellia sinensis leaf extract +ย 2ย more
May help

This product contains threonine. 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.

ThreonineKey activeEffect: MediumAn amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles~0.15โ€“0.7%
Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan 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~0.2โ€“0.75%
Prunus persica leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseMight be helpful in supporting collagen and ellastin production but solid research is lacking. Could be irritating~0.15โ€“0.65%
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.~0.4โ€“0.9%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
11 strong irritants: Parfum, Butylphenyl methylpropional + 9 more โ€” patch-test recommended
High risk
We flagged 32 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
Cocamidopropyl betaineHelps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergenHigh~1.8โ€“2.7%est.
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
Butylphenyl methylpropionalA fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
GeraniolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
Alpha-isomethyl iononeA fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.2โ€“0.8%est.
CitronellolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
LimoneneA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heatHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
LinaloolA fragrance. Can be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
Benzyl benzoateFragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
Benzyl salicylateA fragrance. Is a likely irritantHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
AlcoholCan be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial propertiesHigh~0.35โ€“0.8%est.
Paeonia suffruticosa root extractโ€”High~0.35โ€“0.8%est.
Chamomilla recutita flower extractPlant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.75%est.
Sophora angustifolia root extractโ€”High~0.3โ€“0.75%est.
Lonicera japonica flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.75%est.
Prunus persica leaf extractMight be helpful in supporting collagen and ellastin production but solid research is lacking. Could be irritatingHigh~0.35โ€“0.85%est.
Ginkgo biloba leaf extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.75%est.
Scutellaria baicalensis root extractA plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant propertiesHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
HydroxycitronellalA fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritatingHigh~0.3โ€“0.7%est.
Myristic acidHelps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenicMedium~8.2โ€“12.3%est.
Potassium hydroxideUsed to adjust the pH level of productsMedium~1.9โ€“2.9%est.
Lauric acidHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishesMedium~1.6โ€“2.5%est.
1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.85โ€“1.3%est.
Disodium cocoamphodiacetateHelps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agentMedium~0.85โ€“1.3%est.
Sea saltUsed to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentrationMedium~0.5โ€“1.2%est.
Hexylene glycolHelps create a more spreadable product textureMedium~0.4โ€“0.9%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.4โ€“0.9%est.
Disodium edtaStabilizes the product formulationMedium~0.35โ€“0.8%est.
Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.35โ€“0.8%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~0.4โ€“0.9%est.
Portulaca oleracea extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.35โ€“0.75%est.
Sodium metabisulfiteA preservativeMedium~0.1โ€“0.2%est.
Comedogenic
2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0โ€“5 pore-clogging scale
2 flagged
These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0โ€“5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.
IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount
Myristic acidHelps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic3/5~8.2โ€“12.3%est.
Lauric acidHelps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes3/5~1.6โ€“2.5%est.

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Ingredients

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Water~40โ€“60%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Myristic acid~8.2โ€“12.3%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic

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Palmitic acid~3.8โ€“5.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Stearic acid~2.5โ€“3.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

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Potassium hydroxide~1.9โ€“2.9%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to adjust the pH level of products

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Lauric acid~1.6โ€“2.5%
Comedogenic 3/5Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Comedogenicity
3/5
Works for
CleansingAnti-blemishAntibacterial

Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes

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Glycerin~1.5โ€“2.3%
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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Cocamidopropyl betaine~1.8โ€“2.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen

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Glyceryl stearate~1.2โ€“1.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

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1,2-hexanediol~0.85โ€“1.3%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~0.85โ€“1.3%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent

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Sea salt~0.5โ€“1.2%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Exfoliation

Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration

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Butylene glycol~0.5โ€“1.15%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Peg-100 stearate~0.55โ€“1.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture

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Phenoxyethanol~0.5โ€“1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Polyquaternium-7~0.45โ€“1.05%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish

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Arachidic acid~0.55โ€“1.25%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Hexylene glycol~0.4โ€“0.9%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps create a more spreadable product texture

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.4โ€“0.9%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Allantoin~0.35โ€“0.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryReduces irritationReduces rednessAnti-blemishExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Sodium benzoate~0.25โ€“0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative

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Maltodextrin~0.35โ€“0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Mattifying

Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil

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Persea gratissima fruit extract~0.35โ€“0.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing
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Bambusa vulgaris extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Formula
Charcoal powder~0.4โ€“0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Benefits for the skin are not clear

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Disodium edta~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Parfum~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating

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Geraniol~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.2โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating

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Citronellol~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Limonene~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Linalool~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Benzyl benzoate~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating

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Benzyl salicylate~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

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Water~0.35โ€“0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Dipropylene glycol~0.3โ€“0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

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

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Glycerin~0.35โ€“0.85%
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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Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer~0.35โ€“0.8%
Formula
Glycereth-26~0.35โ€“0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Helps create a thicker product consistency

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Alcohol~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

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

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Peg-75~0.35โ€“0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.

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Butylene glycol~0.35โ€“0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Panthenol~0.35โ€“0.75%
Hero ยท Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Reduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Paeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation
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Centella asiatica extract~0.4โ€“0.9%
Under-dosedIrritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryReduces rednessMoisturizingReduces irritationAnti-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
Carbomer~0.35โ€“0.8%
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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1,2-hexanediol~0.35โ€“0.75%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Irritant ยท 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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Glyceryl caprylate~0.35โ€“0.85%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

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Potassium hydroxide~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to adjust the pH level of products

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sciadopitys verticillata root extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Formula
Allantoin~0.3โ€“0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingAnti-blemishReduces rednessReduces irritationExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Undecylenoyl glycine~0.4โ€“0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Bambusa vulgaris extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Formula
Sodium hyaluronate~0.35โ€“0.75%
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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Portulaca oleracea extract~0.35โ€“0.75%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

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

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Charcoal powder~0.4โ€“0.95%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Benefits for the skin are not clear

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Sophora angustifolia root extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Irritant ยท high
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

More about Lonicera japonica flower extract
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.35โ€“0.8%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
AntibacterialAnti-oxidationAnti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-blemish

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
Prunus persica leaf extract~0.35โ€“0.85%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-aging

Might be helpful in supporting collagen and ellastin production but solid research is lacking. Could be irritating

More about Prunus persica leaf extract
Ginkgo biloba leaf extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Key activeIrritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterialAnti-blemish

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating

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Scutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationReduces irritationAntibacterialAnti-inflammatory

A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties

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Disodium edta~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Phenoxyethanol~0.35โ€“0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Parfum~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Limonene~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

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Hydroxycitronellal~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating

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Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating

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Linalool~0.3โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

A fragrance. Can be irritating

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Water~0.35โ€“0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glycerin~0.35โ€“0.85%
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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Dipropylene glycol~0.3โ€“0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

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

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Alcohol~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Antibacterial

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

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Peg-75~0.35โ€“0.8%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin.

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Betaine~0.3โ€“0.75%
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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Butylene glycol~0.35โ€“0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

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

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Paeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation
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Centella asiatica extract~0.4โ€“0.9%
Under-dosedIrritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryReduces irritationReduces rednessMoisturizingAnti-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.

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Panthenol~0.35โ€“0.75%
Hero ยท Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingReduces rednessReduces irritation

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

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Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Carbomer~0.35โ€“0.8%
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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1,2-hexanediol~0.35โ€“0.75%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Chamomilla recutita flower extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Irritant ยท 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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Glyceryl caprylate~0.35โ€“0.85%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products

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Potassium hydroxide~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Used to adjust the pH level of products

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Sciadopitys verticillata root extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Formula
Allantoin~0.3โ€“0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-inflammatoryMoisturizingReduces rednessAnti-blemishReduces irritationExfoliation

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

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Bambusa vulgaris extract~0.3โ€“0.75%
Formula
Sodium hyaluronate~0.3โ€“0.75%
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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Portulaca oleracea extract~0.2โ€“0.8%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

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

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Glycoproteins~0.2โ€“0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing
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Glutamic acid~0.2โ€“0.75%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

An amino-acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Sophora angustifolia root extract~0.2โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.2โ€“0.7%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

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Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.2โ€“0.75%
Under-dosed
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAntibacterialAnti-agingAnti-blemishMoisturizingEvens skin tone

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

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Threonine~0.15โ€“0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-aging

An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

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Valine~0.15โ€“0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
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Sodium metabisulfite~0.1โ€“0.2%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Prunus persica leaf extract~0.15โ€“0.65%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-aging

Might be helpful in supporting collagen and ellastin production but solid research is lacking. Could be irritating

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Ginkgo biloba leaf extract~0.15โ€“0.55%
Key activeIrritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-blemishAnti-inflammatoryAntibacterial

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating

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Scutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.1โ€“0.45%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
MoisturizingAntibacterialReduces irritationAnti-inflammatoryAnti-oxidation

A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties

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Disodium edta~0.1โ€“0.35%
Irritant ยท medium
Irritation risk
Medium

Stabilizes the product formulation

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Phenoxyethanol~0.05โ€“0.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Parfum~0.05โ€“0.3%
Irritant ยท high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Water, Myristic acid, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Lauric acid, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glyceryl stearate, 1,2-hexanediol, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Sea salt, Butylene glycol, Peg-100 stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-7, Arachidic acid, Hexylene glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Sodium benzoate, Maltodextrin, Persea gratissima fruit extract, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Charcoal powder, Disodium edta, Parfum, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Geraniol, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Citronellol, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Water, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Peg/ppg-17/6 copolymer, Glycereth-26, Alcohol, Peg-75, Butylene glycol, Panthenol, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Centella asiatica extract, Carbomer, 1,2-hexanediol, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Glyceryl caprylate, Potassium hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sciadopitys verticillata root extract, Allantoin, Undecylenoyl glycine, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Portulaca oleracea extract, Charcoal powder, Sophora angustifolia root extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Prunus persica leaf extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Linalool, Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Alcohol, Peg-75, Betaine, Butylene glycol, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Centella asiatica extract, Panthenol, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Carbomer, 1,2-hexanediol, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Glyceryl caprylate, Potassium hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sciadopitys verticillata root extract, Allantoin, Bambusa vulgaris extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Portulaca oleracea extract, Glycoproteins, Glutamic acid, Sophora angustifolia root extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Threonine, Valine, Sodium metabisulfite, Prunus persica leaf extract, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Disodium edta, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum

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