
SkinCeuticals
Clarifying Clay Mask
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Contains Trigger Concerns
This formula contains trigger concerns for fungal acne-prone users.
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Fungal Acne Analysis
Trigger Concerns Identified
2 potential fungal acne triggers are identified in this formula.
Individual sensitivity to these ingredients can vary.
Potential Trigger Ingredients
- Cetearyl Alcohol
- Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Combatting Ingredients
- Propylene Glycol
- Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides
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Ingredients Inside
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- WaterSolvent
- KaolinSkin Protecting, Abrasive, Absorbent, Bulking Agent, Opacifying, Anticaking Agent, Slip Modifier
- BentoniteViscosity Controlling, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Emulsion Stabilising, Absorbent, Bulking Agent, Opacifying, Suspending Agent -Nonsurfactant
- Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf JuiceSkin Conditioning
- Propylene GlycolSolvent, Skin Conditioning, Fragrance, Humectant, Viscosity Controlling, Viscosity Decreasing Agent, Skin-Conditioning agent - Miscellaneous
GlycerinSolvent, Perfuming, Fragrance, Humectant, Viscosity Decreasing Agent, Hair Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Denaturant
Ingredient Notes
In a lab study, Malassezia was unable to grow on glycerin without the presence of fatty acids in the agar, indicating that it is not a fungal acne trigger.
EWG2CIRSReferences
- https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Glycerol
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18510666
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11301638
- https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9284/6/3/45
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29737895
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/4128616
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC118058/
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022202X15498574
- http://en.cnki.com.cn/Article_en/CJFDTOTAL-ZHYY201307007.htm
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25134312/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5137500/
- Titanium DioxideUv Absorber, Sunscreen Agent, Opacifying, Cosmetic Colorant
- Caprylic/Capric TriglyceridesSolvent, Skin Conditioning, Masking, Perfuming, Emollient, Antioxidant
Cetearyl AlcoholFungal Acne TriggerEmollient, Viscosity Controlling, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Emulsion Stabilising, Emulsifying, Opacifying, Foam Boosting, Viscosity Increasingagent - Aqueous
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
Ingredient Notes
Unexpectedly, the growth of some Malassezia spp., especially M. furfur, was observed in the presence of a primary fatty alcohol, Cetylstearyl Alcohol (Cetearyl Alcohol). (Dobler et al. - 2019).
EWG1CIRSReferences
- DimethiconeSkin Conditioning, Emollient, Anti-foaming Agent, Skin Protecting
- Lithium Magnesium Sodium SilicateViscosity Controlling, Viscosity Increasing Agent, Bulking Agent
- PhenoxyethanolFragrance, Preservative
- Ceteareth-20Surfactant - Cleansing Agent, Surfactant - Solubilizing Agent
- Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit ExtractSkin Conditioning, Tonic, Astringent, Refreshing
- Caprylyl GlycolSkin Conditioning, Emollient, Humectant, Hair Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilFungal Acne TriggerSkin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous,Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive, Emollient
May cause fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) breakouts.
EWG1CIRS- Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) ExtractSkin Conditioning, Moisturising
- Sodium HydroxidePh Adjuster, Buffering Agent, Denaturant
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit WaterMasking, Fragrance, Flavoring Agent
- Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit ExtractSkin Conditioning, Antioxidant
- Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) ExtractSkin Conditioning
- Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractSkin Conditioning, Perfuming, Fragrance, Skin-Conditioning Agent -Occlusive
- Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilSkin Conditioning, Masking, Antioxidant, Fragrance
- Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit ExtractSkin Conditioning, Emollient
- Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower OilMasking
- Lavandula Hybrida (Lavandin) OilEmollient
- Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root ExtractSkin Conditioning
- SclareolideSkin Conditioning, Masking, Perfuming, Fragrance
- Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower OilSkin Conditioning, Masking
- Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) ExtractSkin Conditioning; Fragrance
Packaging and formulations can change. Always verify the live box, bottle, or retailer ingredient list before use.
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