Superdrug Black Seaweed Peel Off Face Mask

Superdrug Black Seaweed Peel Off Face Mask

Review

Results you may expect from using Superdrug Black Seaweed Peel Off Face Mask:

Superdrug Black Seaweed Peel Off Face 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
Water
9
Polyvinyl Alcohol
6
Alcohol Denat.
4
PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether
3
PVP
2.5
Propanediol
2
Phenethyl Alcohol
1.5
Xanthan Gum
1.3
Undecyl Alcohol
1
Fragrance
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Linalool
0.3
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
0.3
Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Sea Salt
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
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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.
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Polyvinyl AlcoholA synthetic polymer that thickens water to form a gel and prevents other ingredients from separating.
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether
Est. %4
Function
Origin
PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol EtherDescription is coming soon
PVP
Est. %3
Function
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PVPAn excellent film-former used in hairsprays, peel-off masks, and even some self-tanning products. These films are strong and hold onto the skin.
Propanediol
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Phenethyl Alcohol
Est. %2
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Phenethyl AlcoholA multifunctional ingredient that primarily serves as a preservative. Derived from the Chinese cinnamon tree, it provides broad-spectrum protection for skincare products through its antimicrobial efficacy.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %1.5
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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.
Undecyl Alcohol
Est. %1.3
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Undecyl AlcoholDescription is coming soon
Fragrance
Est. %1
Function
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FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

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.
Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
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Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract
Est. %0.3
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Porphyra Umbilicalis ExtractDescription is coming soon
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
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Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Sea Salt
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sea SaltA mixture of minerals from saltwater. The studies show that sea salt may help to restore skin health by improving skin barrier function, improving moisturization, reducing inflammation, and reducing skin roughness and redness.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
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Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Iron Oxides (CI 77499)
Est. %0.3
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Iron Oxides (CI 77499)A black colorant also known as black iron oxide used in a wide range of skincare products.