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MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Wrapping Mask Versus Mary & May Calendula Peptide Ageless Sleeping Mask

MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Wrapping Mask Versus Mary & May Calendula Peptide Ageless Sleeping Mask This wash off mask is made with Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract and Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil for a rinse-off hydration boost. This anti-aging overnight mask i

MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Wrapping Mask Versus Mary & May Calendula Peptide Ageless Sleeping Mask

This wash off mask is made with Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract and Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil for a rinse-off hydration boost.

This anti-aging overnight mask is formulated around Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Copper Tripeptide-1 to soften the look of wrinkles and refine skin texture.

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract 70.23%

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Polyvinyl Alcohol

Methylpropanediol

1,2-Hexanediol

Algin

Polysorbate 80

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate

Pullulan

Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract

Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract

Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract

Pueraria Lobata Root Extract

Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Castanea Crenata Shell Extract

Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract

Coffea Arabica Seed Extract

Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract

Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

Sodium Hyaluronate

Glyceryl Stearate

Panthenol

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate

Water

Cellulose Gum

Tocopheryl Acetate

Allantoin

Butylene Glycol

Sodium Phytate

Lactobacillus Ferment

Glycine

Serine

Glutamic Acid

Aspartic Acid

Leucine

Lysine

Alanine

Arginine

Valine

Isoleucine

Tyrosine

Threonine

Phenylalanine

Proline

Histidine

Methionine

Cysteine

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

PEG-100 Stearate

Parfum

Ethylhexylglycerin

Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract 70.23%, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Algin, Polysorbate 80, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Pullulan, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, Water, Cellulose Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Lysine, Alanine, Arginine, Valine, Isoleucine, Tyrosine, Threonine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Histidine, Methionine, Cysteine, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, PEG-100 Stearate, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin

Alcohol Denat.

Betaine

Dipropylene Glycol

Gardenia Taitensis Callus Extract

Oak Root Extract

Tremella Fuciformis Extract

Centella Asiatica Extract

Ficus Carica Fruit Extract

Orchid Leaf/Root/Stem Extract

Chamomilla Recutita Extract

Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Glycerin

Tromethamine

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Dextrin

Ceramide NP

Tocopherol

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Acetyl Octapeptide-3

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2

Oligopeptide-6

Tripeptide-1

Copper Tripeptide-1

Hexapeptide-2

Dipeptide-2

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3

Acetyl Tripeptide-1

Hexapeptide-9

Tripeptide-2

Nonapeptide-1

Pentapeptide-3

Tripeptide-3

Alanine/Histidine/Lysine Polypeptide Copper Hcl

Dipeptide-4

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5

Palmitoyl Dipeptide-7

Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Guaiazulene

Water, Alcohol Denat., Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Dipropylene Glycol, Gardenia Taitensis Callus Extract, Oak Root Extract, Tremella Fuciformis Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Orchid Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Tromethamine, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Dextrin, Sodium Phytate, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Oligopeptide-6, Tripeptide-1, Copper Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-2, Dipeptide-2, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Acetyl Tripeptide-1, Hexapeptide-9, Tripeptide-2, Nonapeptide-1, Pentapeptide-3, Tripeptide-3, Alanine/Histidine/Lysine Polypeptide Copper Hcl, Dipeptide-4, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-7, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Guaiazulene, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.

It is a:

Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin

Emollient, helping to soften skin

Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas

Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.

Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.

Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:

The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.

Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.

Methylpropanediol is a synthetic solvent and humectant.

As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients, helping to evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product. This ingredient has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties which makes it a preservative booster.

Methylpropanediol is able to add a bit of moisture to the skin. It also helps other ingredients be better absorbed into the skin, such as salicylic acid.

Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.

There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.

D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.

Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):

Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.

This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.

The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.

One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

Sodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.

In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.

Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:

Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.

Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.

You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.

Sodium Phytate is the synthetic salt form of phytic acid. Phytic acid is an antioxidant and can be found in plant seeds.

Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water. This helps stabilize the ingredients and the product.

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!

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