Payot Pate Grise Masque Charbon Mattifying Masque
Works for
CleansingGlyceryl caprylate, Xanthan gumCleanses gently
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (glyceryl caprylate, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishGluconolactoneNot delivered
“Its original black texture combines the super-absorbent properties of charcoal derived from Japanese oak trees and the purifying and unclogging effect of kaolin, the softest of clays.”
This product contains ingredients (gluconolactone) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
ExfoliationSide benefit · GluconolactoneWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: gluconolactone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Sodium anisate, ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Propylheptyl caprylate~4.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Propylheptyl caprylateGluconolactone~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactonePropanediol~2.7–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlycerin~2.2–3.2%
- 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 GlycerinMethylpropanediol~1.7–2.6%
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerBambusa arundinacea stem powder~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Abrasive ingredient used for physical exfoliation (scrubing)
More about Bambusa arundinacea stem powderSmithsonite extract~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.85–1.25%
Peumus boldus leaf extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cannabis sativa seed extract~0.5–1.1%
Sodium levulinate~0.4–0.95%
Glyceryl caprylate~0.4–0.95%
- 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 caprylateSodium anisate~0.35–0.8%
Tocopherol~0.35–0.8%
- 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 TocopherolXanthan gum~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBiosaccharide gum-1~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Butylene glycol~0.15–0.5%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium citrate~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateCitric acid~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPhenoxyethanol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCi 19140~0.05–0.15%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propylheptyl caprylate, Gluconolactone, Propanediol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Bambusa arundinacea stem powder, Smithsonite extract, Sodium hydroxide, Peumus boldus leaf extract, Cannabis sativa seed extract, Sodium levulinate, Glyceryl caprylate, Sodium anisate, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Biosaccharide gum-1, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Sodium citrate, Citric acid, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Ci 19140, Ci 42090
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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.
| PayotPate Grise Masque Charbon Mattifying MasqueYOUR PRODUCT | Spotles SKNJelly Cleanser | SkinfixBarrier+ Foaming Oil Cleanser | SkingredientsPreProbiotic Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 55% | 51% | 51% |
| Price | — | $8.90 | $27.58 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Panthenol | Myristyl Myristate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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