The Body Shop Himalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow Mask
Works for
Anti-blemishKaolin, Moroccan lava clay + 1 moreNot delivered
“Himalayan bamboo charcoal and kaolin clay absorb and remove excess sebum and dirt from pores.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“A scrub-infused mud mask inspired by Ayurveda, which originated in ancient India.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 1 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Parfum + 9 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%
Kaolin~4.6–6.9%
- 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 KaolinMoroccan lava clay~3.6–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps absorb oil (for the time of application) and creates a thicker product consistency
More about Moroccan lava clayMagnesium aluminum silicate~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateAlcohol denat.~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Camellia sinensis leaf~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Green tea leaf powder that might contain antioxidants to help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis leafPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilPumice~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Milled volcanic rock. Used as an abrasive for physical exfoliation
More about PumiceArgania spinosa shell powder~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolXanthan gum~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCharcoal powder~0.35–0.85%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.45%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.1–0.4%
Argania spinosa kernel oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilButyrospermum parkii butter~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterLimonene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.4%
Methylpropanediol~0.1–0.35%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.05–0.3%
- 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 juice powderMenthol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Disodium edta~0.05–0.2%
Tetrasodium pyrophosphate~0.05–0.25%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilCitric acid~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidMenthoxypropanediol~0.05–0.2%
Citral~0.05–0.15%
Geraniol~0.01–0.1%
Coumarin~0.01–0.05%
Caramel~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Kaolin, Moroccan lava clay, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Alcohol denat., Camellia sinensis leaf, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Pumice, Argania spinosa shell powder, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Charcoal powder, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Limonene, Linalool, Methylpropanediol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Menthol, Disodium edta, Tetrasodium pyrophosphate, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Citric acid, Menthoxypropanediol, Citral, Geraniol, Coumarin, Caramel
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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.
| The Body ShopHimalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow MaskYOUR PRODUCT | SEPHORA COLLECTIONClay Mask | Elizabeth GrantGreen Power with Hemp Seed Oil Detox Mask | Holland & BarrettVitamin E mask | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | $55.80 | — | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract | Panthenol | Retinyl Palmitate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "The Body Shop" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 22.30$ up to 55.80$ in the United States, for 29.00CA$ in Canada, for 59.63A$ in Australia and for 22.26£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
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