Overview
Epicuren Discovery Clarify Polishing Mask falls into the category of products that are meant to be rinsed off, peeled off, or taken off. We believe that the moisturizing effects of these products end as soon as they are removed from the skin, no matter how many moisturizing ingredients are on the ingredient list. This is why we don’t provide a moisturizing rating for them.
- ALCOHOL-FREE
- SULFATE-FREE
- FRAGRANCE-FREE
- NON-COMEDOGENIC
- PHTHALATE-FREE
- SILICONE-FREE
- PARABEN-FREE
| Ingredient | Origin | Functions |
|---|---|---|
| Water | Naturally occurring | Formula Helper |
| Bentonite | Naturally occurring | Formula Helper |
| Decyl Glucoside | Botanical, Synthetic | Cleansing,Formula Helper |
| Colloidal Sulfur | Antimicrobial | |
| Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax | Botanical | Moisturizing (occlusive),Exfoliant,Emollient,Abrasive,Formula Helper |
| Beeswax | Animal | Moisturizing (occlusive),Emollient,Antimicrobial,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
| Glycerin | Botanical, Synthetic, Animal | Moisturizing (humectant),Soothing,Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper |
| Propanediol | Botanical, Biotech, Synthetic | Moisturizing (humectant),Formula Helper |
| Polylactic Acid | Botanical, Synthetic | Abrasive |
| Jojoba Esters | Botanical | Moisturizing (occlusive),Soothing,Emollient,Abrasive |
| Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil | Botanical | Antimicrobial,Fragrance |
| Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil | Botanical | Antioxidant,Anti-acne,Soothing,Antimicrobial,Fragrance |
Ingredients explained
The most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Function
Absorbent, Bulking, Dispersing, Emulsion stabilizing, Opacifying, Viscosity controlling
Origin
Naturally occurring
A naturally occurring material that has a variety of functions. It is used as absorbent, since the bentonite can absorb oils produced by the skin and prevent a greasy appearance. It is also a great opacifier.
A surfactant that can function as both a cleansing agent and emulsifier. As a cleansing agent, it is very mild on the skin. As an emulsifier, decyl glucoside will produce oil-in-water emulsions. It is naturally derived from vegetable oils and starch.
Function
Moisturizing (occlusive), Exfoliant, Emollient, Abrasive, Film-forming, Viscosity controlling
Origin
Botanical
Obtained from the leaves of Carnauba wax palm, this occlusive, emollient, and film-forming wax is commonly used in lip products. It is comprised mainly of various wax esters and is one of the hardest and most resistant plant waxes.