Mary Kay Botanical Effects Mask Formula 2 (Normal Skin)

Mary Kay Botanical Effects Mask Formula 2 (Normal Skin)

Review

Does Mary Kay Botanical Effects Mask Formula 2 (Normal Skin) work?

Mary Kay Botanical Effects Mask Formula 2 (Normal Skin) is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
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Kaolin
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Isocetyl Stearate
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Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
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Glycerin
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Stearic Acid
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Paraffin
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Triethanolamine
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Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Powder
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Bentonite
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Powder
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Cetyl Alcohol
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Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Wax
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Propylene Glycol
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TEA-Lauryl Sulfate
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Plumeria Alba Flower Extract
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Nymphaea Gigantea Flower Extract
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Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract
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Momordica Grosvenorii Fruit Extract
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Xanthan Gum
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Butylene Glycol
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Sodium Benzoate
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Methylparaben
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Propylparaben
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Diazolidinyl Urea
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe 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.
Kaolin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
KaolinA type of mineral clay milled into a white, very fine powder. It is able to absorb sweat and oil, which then helps to keep the skin matte. The larger particles of kaolin are used in skin scrubs as an abrasive ingredient.
Isocetyl Stearate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Isocetyl Stearate
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Magnesium Aluminum SilicateA naturally occurring clay that is hygroscopic, which means that it easily absorbs water. This ingredient is thus commonly used as an absorbent and emulsion stabilizer. It also modifies slip by improving the spreadability of the products it is used in.
Glycerin
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Stearic Acid
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Stearic AcidA saturated fatty acid found in vegetable butter and animal fats. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient and also helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin.
Paraffin
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
ParaffinParaffin is a petroleum-based, very oily, emollient and extremely occlusive mixture of purified hydrocarbons, also known as mineral oil. Depending on the molecule's size, it can either be a liquid, a solid, or anything in between. To learn more about liquid paraffin and its effects on our skin, read here.
Triethanolamine
Est. %1
Function
Origin
TriethanolamineA clear, colorless, and highly viscous liquid, this ingredient is an excellent pH adjuster. When it is necessary to neutralize an acidic solution or to generally increase the pH of a product, triethanolamine is a common choice.
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Powder
Bentonite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BentoniteA 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.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed PowderAn abrasive, fine powder made from ground apricot seed shells. It can be irritating and cause microfractures on the skin’s surface.
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Wax
Propylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Propylene GlycolA clear, thick, odorless liquid of synthetic origin. Its main function is to stabilize cosmetic products exposed to varying temperatures. It is also a moderately strong humectant with similar properties to glycerin.
TEA-Lauryl Sulfate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TEA-Lauryl Sulfate
Plumeria Alba Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Plumeria Alba Flower Extract
Nymphaea Gigantea Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Nymphaea Gigantea Flower Extract
Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Silybum Marianum Fruit ExtractA powerful antioxidant derived from milk thistle seeds.
Momordica Grosvenorii Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Momordica Grosvenorii Fruit Extract
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Methylparaben
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MethylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Propylparaben
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropylparabenA preservative that keeps a product unspoiled. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding parabens, although the concentrations found in cosmetic formulations are generally considered to be safe.
Diazolidinyl Urea
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diazolidinyl UreaA synthetic preservative that is effective against most common bacteria. It is not considered broad-spectrum because it does not act against any type of yeast or mold. It is therefore commonly paired with antifungal preservatives.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.