OSEA White Algae Mask Review

OSEA White Algae Mask
Review

Does OSEA White Algae Mask Work?

 
OSEA White Algae Mask 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
65
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6
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2.5
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1.5
1.3
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0.3
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Water
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Algae Extract
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Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment
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Saccharomyces/Manganese Ferment
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Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment
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Glycerin
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Resveratrol
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
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Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone
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Dipeptide-2
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract
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Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
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Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
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Charcoal Extract
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran
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Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract
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Camellia Sinensis Extract
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Undecylenoyl Glycine
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Citric Acid
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Potassium Sorbate
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
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.
Algae Extract
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Algae ExtractThe name describes any extract made from any kind of algae. Algae extracts are moisturizing humectants – the gelatin-like polysaccharides bind and retain water, thereby hydrating the skin. Algae is a rich source of emollient and antioxidant compounds.
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment
Est. %6
Function
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Saccharomyces/Copper FermentA biotech ingredient that serves to supplement copper in the skin. Copper is essential for elastin production.
Saccharomyces/Manganese Ferment
Est. %4
Function
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Saccharomyces/Manganese Ferment
Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment
Est. %3
Function
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Saccharomyces/Zinc FermentA biotech ingredient that serves to supplement zinc to the skin. Zinc is essential for wound healing and the activity of antioxidant enzymes.
Glycerin
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Resveratrol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
ResveratrolA famous plant-based polyphenol found mainly in red grapes. It is a potent antioxidant, soothing, and wound healing ingredient.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %1.5
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.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %1.3
Function
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Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) ExtractAn extract obtained from Giant kelp that is rich in gel-forming and thickening polysaccharides.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil derived from grape seeds that are leftover after juicing or wine production. It contains linoleic, oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids, squalene, as well as phytosterols and various antioxidant compounds.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed OilA liquid plant wax, also known as Jojoba oil, pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis. These seeds can contain up to 50% of liquid wax. It is used as an occlusive moisturizer, emollient, and emulsifier.
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed OilAn emollient fatty oil expressed from sesame seeds. It is made up majorly of unsaturated fatty acids, linoleic acid (up to 45%), and oleic acid (up to 38%). Sesame oil is an occlusive moisturizer that is rich in antioxidant compounds.
Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone
Est. %0.3
Function
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Hesperidin Methyl ChalconeAn antioxidant and soothing flavonoid compound that is found in abundance in citrus fruit peels. It has been chemically modified for better absorption.
Dipeptide-2
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipeptide-2
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

A small peptide consisting of three amino acids with anti-wrinkle effects. Together with Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, it is a part of the popular anti-wrinkle complex called Matrixyl™ 3000.

Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractAn extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.
Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lycium Chinense Fruit ExtractDerived from Goji berries, also known as wolfberries, this extract is packed with potent antioxidant polysaccharides, vitamins B and C, carotenoids (mainly zeaxanthin), flavonoids, and phytosterols.
Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
Charcoal Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Charcoal Extract
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran
Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract
Camellia Sinensis Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Extract

An antioxidant, astringent, and soothing extract derived from green tea. It performs as an anti-aging ingredient in the deeper layers of the skin.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

An antioxidant green tea extract. In the deeper layers, it slows down the destruction of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid – thus delaying the signs of aging. It also acts as an anti-acne, soothing, moisturizing, and emollient ingredient.

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
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Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flowers of the pot marigold. Its yellow to bright orange flowers contain carotenoids, triterpenoids, and flavonoids. They all have fantastic anti-inflammatory activity and can help to soothe inflamed skin.
Undecylenoyl Glycine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Undecylenoyl Glycine
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
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Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Sorbic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbic AcidAn organic acid that can be naturally found in the berries of the Mountain ash, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It is used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent, protecting a skincare product from spoiling.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.