Summer Fridays Overtime Mask Review

Summer Fridays Overtime Mask
Review

Does Summer Fridays Overtime Mask Work?

 
Summer Fridays Overtime 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
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
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0.3
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0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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Water
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Glycerin
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Isopropyl Palmitate
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Glyceryl Stearate SE
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Ceteareth-20
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Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Powder
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Beta-Carotene (CI 40800)
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Acrylates/Palmeth-25 Acrylate Copolymer
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Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Protein
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Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
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Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Extract
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract
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Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
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Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil
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Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil
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Myristica Fragrans (Nutmeg) Kernel Oil
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Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil
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Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Xanthan Gum
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Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Methylcinnamic Aldehyde
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Eugenol
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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.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) OilAn emollient and occlusive oil derived from sweet almonds. It has a favorable fatty acid composition (mainly oleic and linoleic acids), and a high content of vitamin E. Almond oil is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Isopropyl Palmitate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Isopropyl PalmitateAn emollient ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol that gives the skin a smooth, soft, dry, non-oily after-feel. Isopropyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed OilA fatty oil pressed from safflower seeds that is used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It contains unusually high amounts of linoleic acid (up to 70%), as well as antioxidant compounds such as vitamin E, phytosterols, and phenolics.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Glyceryl Stearate SEAn emulsifier, where the SE stands for self-emulsifying. Emulsions containing glyceryl stearate SE often impart a smooth, velvety feel upon the skin.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Cetearyl AlcoholA blend of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, the fatty alcohols that are derived from palm oil. It helps to create emulsions that give off a soft and silky emollient feel and also increase product thickness.
Ceteareth-20
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Ceteareth-20A fatty alcohol emulsifier that helps to mix oil and water together, best for oil-in-water emulsions. It is also a cleansing agent. When combined with cetearyl alcohol, ceteareth-20 forms a mix that, according to acne.org, can be comedogenic.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Powder
Est. %1.3
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.
Beta-Carotene (CI 40800)
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Beta-Carotene (CI 40800)An orange-red plant pigment with powerful antioxidant activity.
Acrylates/Palmeth-25 Acrylate Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/Palmeth-25 Acrylate Copolymer
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Protein
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Protein
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed OilAn oil cold-pressed from pumpkin seeds. It mainly contains emollient and occlusive fatty acids and phytosterols, as well as unusually high levels of antioxidant vitamin E and carotenoids.
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Extract
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower ExtractObtained from lavender flowers, this extract contains a fragrant essential oil along with various antioxidant and astringent flavonoids, terpenes, and phenolic acids. It is used in skincare for its refreshing, calming scent, or as a cleansing ingredient.
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Melissa Officinalis Leaf ExtractA fragrant extract derived from lemon balm leaves with antioxidant and antiviral flavonoids and terpenes. It has a lovely, fresh, lemon-like scent.
Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil
Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf OilA fragrant essential oil distilled from the flower buds of cloves (a culinary spice). It contains an essential oil which is mainly comprised of eugenol – a compound with a sweet, gingerbread-like scent.
Myristica Fragrans (Nutmeg) Kernel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Myristica Fragrans (Nutmeg) Kernel OilA fragrant essential oil obtained from nutmeg kernels. It has a spicy, earthy, and woody aroma.
Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root OilA fragrant and flavoring essential oil distilled from ginger root. Phytochemicals such as zingerone, shogaols, and gingerols are responsible for its warm, spicy, and invigorating scent.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

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.
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateA biodegradable chelating agent that chemically captures the heavy metal ions naturally present in water and disarms their harmful effects.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Methylcinnamic Aldehyde
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Methylcinnamic Aldehyde
Eugenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Eugenol

A fragrant liquid that can be found naturally in the essential oils derived from cloves, cinnamon, basil, and bay leaf. It has a spicy and warm scent. People with sensitive skin should consider doing a patch test first, as it is a potential irritant.