Skin science article
Apotheke Calming Calamine Mask Versus PCA Skin Detoxifying Mask
Apotheke Calming Calamine Mask Versus PCA Skin Detoxifying Mask This wash off mask is made with Kaolin for a rinse-off oil-control boost. This wash off mask is made with Kaolin and Charcoal Powder for a rinse-off oil-control boost. What's inside Key Ingredient
Apotheke Calming Calamine Mask Versus PCA Skin Detoxifying Mask
This wash off mask is made with Kaolin for a rinse-off oil-control boost.
This wash off mask is made with Kaolin and Charcoal Powder for a rinse-off oil-control boost.
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Kaolin
Montmorillonite
Calamine
Kaolin, Montmorillonite, Calamine
Water
Charcoal Powder
Glycerin
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
Phenoxyethanol
Caprylyl Glycol
Xanthan Gum
Citric Acid
Ethylhexylglycerin
Hexylene Glycol
Disodium EDTA
Water, Kaolin, Charcoal Powder, Glycerin, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA
Alternatives
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Kaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
Some types of kaolin may have exfoliating properties. When water is added to kaolin, it becomes a paste with small abrasive particles.
Most kaolin is a white color, but may be pink/orange/red depending on where it comes from.
The name 'kaolin' comes from a Chinese village named 'Gaoling'. Kaolin clay comes from rocks rich in kaolinite. Kaolinite, the mineral, has a silicate layered structure. Kaolinite is formed from chemical weathering of aluminum siilicate minerals.
Besides skincare, kaolin is commonly used to make glossy paper, in ceramics, toothpaste, and as medicine to soothe stomach issues.