Comparison between PCA SKIN Pore Refining Treatment vs. The Inkey List Kaolin Clay Mask

Find out which product is better for your skin.

23 Ingredients 27

1
Water
1
Water
2
Kaolin
2
Kaolin
3
Bentonite
3
Glycerin
4
Glycerin
4
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
5
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
5
Cetearyl Alcohol
6
Pumice
6
Cetearyl Olivate
7
Isopropyl Palmitate
7
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil
8
Mandelic Acid
8
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
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Uniqueness15 out of 23
65.2%
Uniqueness19 out of 27
70.4%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
11 out of 23
48%
chemical
10 out of 23
43%
natural
12 out of 27
44%
chemical
14 out of 27
52%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#4Panthenol#10
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Isopropyl Palmitate#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil#17
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Tocopherol#18
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Glyceryl Stearate SE#11Stearic Acid#12Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract#21
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder#14

Detailed view

PCA SKIN Pore Refining Treatment vs. The Inkey List Kaolin Clay Mask
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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.

Position 2
Both products have the same component on this position.

#2Kaolin

Origin: natural
Role: Abrasive, Anticaking agent, Bulking agent
Cleansing
Soothing
Lightening
Lifting
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 3

#3Bentonite

Origin: natural
Role: Bulking agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Viscosity controlling agent
Lightening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#3Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 4

#4Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

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#4Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

Position 5

#5Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Cetearyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Cetearyl Alcohol is used mostly for formulation purposes. It’s a very good emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. It helps the ingredients mix better and it makes the product spread on your skin evenly. It also makes the product thicker. It doesn’t belong to harmful alcohols and it will not dry your skin.

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