Energized Glow Turmeric Spice Facial Mask

3.9

/ 10

Is it right for me?

Moisturizing

7.8Humectancy0.0Occlusivity

Is it right for me?

Rich

In Antioxidants

Overview

How moisturizing is it? Quite moisturizing. Pacifica Energized Glow Turmeric Spice Facial Mask has a moisturizing rating of 3.9 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Purely humectant. It has a high Humectancy of 7.8 out of 10 and zero Occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusives on the ingredient list).
Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

What else is good about it? Pacifica Energized Glow Turmeric Spice Facial Mask is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are believed to reduce the oxidative stress caused by free radicals, thus preventing accelerated skin aging.

ALCOHOL-FREE
SULFATE-FREE
NON-COMEDOGENIC
PHTHALATE-FREE
SILICONE-FREE
PARABEN-FREE
ESSENTIAL OIL-FREE
OIL-FREE

Score	Ingredient	Origin	Functions
85	Water	Naturally occurring	Formula Helper
6	Glycerin	Botanical, Synthetic, Animal	Moisturizing (humectant),Soothing,Emollient,Fragrance,Formula Helper
3	Xanthan Gum	Botanical, Biotech	Formula Helper
1.5	Sodium Hyaluronate	Biotech, Animal	Moisturizing (humectant),Antioxidant,Soothing
1.4	Punica Granatum Extract	Botanical	Antioxidant,Astringent,Fragrance
1.3	Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract	Botanical	Antioxidant,Astringent
1.2	Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract	Botanical	Antioxidant,Exfoliant,Soothing
1	Citric Acid	Botanical, Synthetic	Exfoliant,Formula Helper
0.3	Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract	Botanical	Antioxidant,Exfoliant,Soothing
0.3	Phenoxyethanol	Synthetic	Antimicrobial,Preservative
0.3	Ethylhexylglycerin	Synthetic	Moisturizing (humectant),Preservative
0.3	Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract	Botanical	Antioxidant,Soothing,Anti-pigmentation,Fragrance

Ingredients explained

Water

Score

Function

Solvent

Origin

Naturally occurring

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.

Glycerin

Score

Function

Moisturizing (humectant), Soothing, Emollient, Fragrance, Denaturant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling

Origin

Botanical, Synthetic, Animal

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective. Glycerin also has soothing and anti-irritant properties and is considered to be very safe for use.

Xanthan Gum

Score

Function

Binding, Emulsifying, Emulsion stabilizing, Gel-forming, Viscosity controlling

Origin

Botanical, Biotech

A 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.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Score

1.5

Function

Moisturizing (humectant), Antioxidant, Soothing

Origin

Biotech, Animal

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.

Punica Granatum Extract

Score

1.4

Function

Antioxidant, Astringent, Fragrance

Origin

Botanical

An extract made from pomegranate fruit. The fleshy and juicy part of the fruit mainly contains antioxidant red pigments and polyphenols. The rinds contain large amounts of tannins, which are astringent and leave the skin feeling tightened and refreshed.