Comparison between Paula's Choice Pore Clarifying Charcoal Gel Mask vs. Paula's Choice Clear Purifying Clay Mask

Paula's Choice

Pore Clarifying Charcoal Gel Mask

Paula's Choice

Clear Purifying Clay Mask

- 23 components -

- 33 components -

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Ingredients in both products 8

Water, Glycerin (Skin-Replenishing), Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate (Cleansing Agent/emulsifier), Bentonite (Absorbent), Kaolin (Absorbent) and 3 more. Show all.

Components only in Paula's Choice Pore Clarifying Charcoal Gel Mask 15

Tapioca Starch (Absorbent/texture Enhancer), Decyl Glucoside (Cleansing Agent), Butylene Glycol (Hydration), Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Cleansing Agent), Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp Copolymer (Texture Enhancer) and 10 more. Show all.

Uniqueness: 65.2%

Components only in Paula's Choice Clear Purifying Clay Mask 25

Salicylic Acid, Titanium Dioxide (Texture Enhancer/opacifier), Butylene Glycol (Slip Agent/hydration), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (Solvent), Cetyl Esters (Emollient) and 20 more. Show all.

Uniqueness: 75.8%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Water

Salicylic Acid

Tapioca Starch (Absorbent/texture Enhancer)

Water

Glycerin (Skin-Replenishing)

Kaolin (Absorbent)

Decyl Glucoside (Cleansing Agent)

Bentonite (Absorbent)

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate (Cleansing Agent/emulsifier)

Titanium Dioxide (Texture Enhancer/opacifier)

Butylene Glycol (Hydration)

Butylene Glycol (Slip Agent/hydration)

Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Cleansing Agent)

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (Solvent)

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp Copolymer (Texture Enhancer)

Cetyl Esters (Emollient)

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects:

Effects unique for Pore Clarifying Charcoal Gel Mask:

No unique effects found

Effects unique for Clear Purifying Clay Mask:

Cleansing, Acne fighting, Soothing, Antiseptic

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Yes

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

1 out of 23

chemical

0 out of 23

natural

1 out of 33

chemical

1 out of 33

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Dry skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Salicylic Acid^#1

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 1

Salicylic Acid^#1

Detailed view

Paula's Choice Pore Clarifying Charcoal Gel Mask vs. Paula's Choice Clear Purifying Clay Mask

Position 1

#1Water

Origin: natural

Role: Solvent

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

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#1Salicylic Acid

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative

Cleansing

Acne fighting

Soothing

Antiseptic

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Good for oily skin

Salicylic Acid is an amazing component for oily skin. It’s a famous BHA that chemically exfoliates dead cells, kills bacteria, and prevents acne. It works as a strong pores cleanser. AHAs are not effective for removing sebum from pores, while BHAs are leaders in this space. Salicylic Acid also helps to shrink pores, remove acne scars and make skin tone even. Pay attention: concentration matters! This ingredient is rather aggressive. It can lead to irritation in high concentrations. If your skin has never seen this component before test the product first.