Philosophy Purity Made Simple Pore Extractor Exfoliating Clay Mask
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ExfoliationSalicylic acidWorks well
“Purity Made Simple Pore Extractor Exfoliating Clay Mask”
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: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSalicylic acid, Kaolin + 1 moreWorks well
“Philosophy's creamy-rich face mask for pores helps draw out impurities, scrub away blackheads and shrink the look of pores.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Sodium pca, Propylene glycol + 1 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": sodium pca, propylene glycol.
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Kaolin~4.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinSolum diatomeae~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolBentonite~2.1–3.1%
Decyl glucoside~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideAlcohol denat.~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Lauryl glucoside~1.3–2%
Propylene glycol~1–1.5%
- 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 glycolPolysilicone-11~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that forms a light film on the skin surface helping to bind water and temporarily absorb oils creating a matt and powdery feel
More about Polysilicone-11Pvp~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps evenly disperse other ingredients in a formulation and create an even layer on the surface of the skin
More about PvpXanthan gum~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSalicylic acid~0.3–0.75%
- 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 acidSodium pca~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaSodium citrate~0.15–0.65%
- 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~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Linalool~0.1–0.35%
Disodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Limonene~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLaureth-12~0.1–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolGeraniol~0.05–0.2%
Vanillyl butyl ether~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Titanium dioxide~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Kaolin, Solum diatomeae, Propanediol, Bentonite, Decyl glucoside, Alcohol denat., Lauryl glucoside, Propylene glycol, Polysilicone-11, Pvp, Xanthan gum, Salicylic acid, Sodium pca, Sodium citrate, Citric acid, Parfum, Chlorphenesin, Linalool, Disodium edta, Limonene, Laureth-12, Phenoxyethanol, Geraniol, Vanillyl butyl ether, Ethylhexylglycerin, Titanium dioxide
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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.
| PhilosophyPurity Made Simple Pore Extractor Exfoliating Clay MaskYOUR PRODUCT | bareMineralsDouble Duty Clay Mask Duo: Brighten & Firm | Drunk ElephantT.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial Midi | UltraceuticalsUltra Clear Purifying Mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 95% | 95% | 93% |
| Price | $23.00 | $44.12+$21.12 | $32.50+$9.50 | $77.27+$54.27 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 4 | 2 of 4 | 3 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | Capryloyl Salicylic Acid | Glycolic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 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
- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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