Formula · 4.9

Brand · 5.1

Селенцин · glycolic acid + aminexil · Russia

Selencin Minexaga Peeling Mask

Selencin Minexaga Peeling Mask
4.9

LabReadAI label score

How the score is calculated
  • Actives and evidence0.8Actives with strong evidence: 2 of 6
  • Completeness for the purpose1.0For “hair shedding (topical)” — 99 %; below threshold: aminexil (diaminopyrimidine oxide), niacinamide (vitamin b3); a broad formula across 4 purposes
  • Tolerance0.2Rinse-off product; debatable groups: menthol, isothiazolinone preservatives (MIT/MCI) (skin test positive in 6 of 100 tested), isothiazolinone preservatives (MIT/MCI), fragrance and its allergens (skin test positive in 13 of 100 tested); use together with care: glycolic acid + salicylic acid (bha), niacinamide (vitamin b3) + glycolic acid
  • adults
  • oily skin
  • dry skin
  • colour-treated hair
  • pregnancysalicylates — ask a doctor
  • sensitive skintingling, start 1–2 times a week
  • before sunSPF is a must in the daytime
  • acne-pronemay clog pores in leave-on face products
  • babiesnot applied to a baby face or near the nose
  • atopic skinfragrance is a common trigger
Free from:
  • alcohol (alcohol denat) · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “denatured alcohol” group — evaporates fast and degreases; frequent contact can dry the skin — a tolerance question, not a regulatory one; does not clog pores
  • sulfates (SLS/SLES) · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “ammonium laureth sulfate (ALES), ammonium lauryl sulfate (ALS), sodium coco-sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), sodium myreth sulfate, TEA-lauryl sulfate” group — a cleansing surfactant from the sulfate family but with an ethoxylated chain: it cleanses more gently than lauryl sulfate. Still not for those looking for a sulfate-free product.
  • formaldehyde releasers · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “formaldehyde releasers” group — preservatives that slowly release formaldehyde; allowed at low levels but a frequent cause of contact allergy
  • parabens · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “parabens” group — preservatives; methyl- and ethylparaben are recognised as safe at permitted levels, propyl- and butyl- are limited by the EU to 0.14 %; a frequent buyer question rather than proven harm
  • mineral oils and petrolatum · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “petrolatum and mineral oils” group — purified cosmetic-grade petroleum products: form a protective barrier film; safety is established, a preference question; 0–2 of 5 (depends on the raw-material source), cosmetic white oil per DiNardo (2005) is non-comedogenic
  • soap · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “potassium soap (potassium cocoate), plant soap base (sodium palmate, sodium cocoate), tallow soap base (sodium tallowate)” group — liquid soap: fatty acids boiled with alkali. It cleanses well, but its acidity is around 9-10 against 5 for skin, which is why it often leaves tightness. The product is rinsed off, so the question is tolerance.
  • silicones · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “silicones” group — form a smooth film and shine; inert and not absorbed — a preference question, not a safety one
  • gelatin in the coating · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “vegetarian coating” group — a plant-based tablet coating instead of gelatin; it keeps moisture out and makes swallowing easier
  • toning dyes · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “violet toning dyes” group — direct dyes that settle on the hair surface and cancel the yellow cast of blonde; they wash out in 1–3 washes and leave a lilac tint if left too long; HC Blue 2 and Disperse Violet 1 are known contact allergens of hair dyes
  • tar · by the listthe list has no ingredient of the “wood (birch) tar” group — a traditional remedy for dandruff and itching with a sharp smell; it reduces flaking, but can irritate a sensitive scalp and dries the hair
What for: Topical products against shedding work weakly: only minoxidil is proven (a medicine we do not score); among cosmetics rosemary oil has moderate data, caffeine weak. The cause of shedding is found by tests: iron, thyroid, vitamin D.
When:
  • when washing, rinsed off
  • evening
in the evening, 2–3 times a week; SPF in the daytime
When to expect an effect: texture, glow — 2–4 weeks; pores, blackheads — 4–8 weeks; hydration — days; smoothness — 2–4 weeks; judge shedding no earlier than after 6–8 weeks; tone, pores — 4–8 weeks; sebum — 2–4; soothing — days; barrier — 2–4 weeks
What is normal: tingling for 1–2 minutes after applying; mild dryness and flaking in the first weeks; mild tingling in the first days; slight tingling and tightness after an ampoule; mild flushing in the first days at high concentration

Ingredients — 20 components · 6 work

What works: 6 of 20 ingredients: glycolic acid, salicylic acid, lactobionic acid and 3 more. Topical products against shedding work weakly: only minoxidil is proven (a medicine we do not score); among cosmetics rosemary oil has moderate data, caffeine weak. The cause of shedding is found by tests: iron, thyroid, vitamin D.

Strengths: completeness for the purpose

What lowers the score: actives and evidence: actives with strong evidence: 2 of 6; tolerance: rinse-off product

Questions: menthol — gives a cooling sensation and mild numbing. It irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes, and it worsens redness in rosacea.; fragrance and its allergens: fragrance — the fragrance and its aromatic components; the EU requires 26 of them to be listed separately — matters to people allergic to fragrance, does not affect how the product works; isothiazolinone preservatives (MIT/MCI): methylchloroisothiazolinone, methylisothiazolinone

  • Glycolic acid + Salicylic acid (BHA) — use together with careAHA + BHA together dry and irritate; alternate for sensitive skin
  • Niacinamide (vitamin B3) + Glycolic acid — use together with careniacinamide needs a pH of 5 or above, glycolic acid about 3.5; in one product one of the two works worse — better to apply them at different times
  • Niacinamide (vitamin B3) + Salicylic acid (BHA) — reinforce each otherniacinamide cuts sebum and redness, the BHA clears pores — an acne classic
  • Aqua base: coating, fillers · water — the solvent and base; listed first because there is more of it than anything else; in supplements — part of the capsule shell
  • Cetearyl Alcohol base: coating, fillers · a fatty-alcohol blend (C16–C18), an emulsifier and thickener, does not dry the skin; paired with ceteareth-20 — 4 of 5; rarely clogs pores in leave-on face products
  • Glycolic Acid works · the active ingredient — what the product is for; form: AHA acid
  • Malic Acid base: coating, fillers · keeps the acidity of the product within the right range
  • Glycerin base: coating, fillers · a humectant: coats the tablet, holds moisture in creams and shampoos; does not clog pores
  • Arctium Lappa Seed Oil base: coating, fillers · fills the gaps between skin flakes, so the surface feels smooth
  • Cetrimonium Chloride base: coating, fillers · soften, condition and carry the actives; the backbone of the texture
  • Behentrimonium Methosulfate base: coating, fillers · soften, condition and carry the actives; the backbone of the texture
  • Ethylhexyl Stearate base: coating, fillers · an ester emollient; may clog pores in leave-on face products (data from derived lists, not the primary source)
  • Propylene Glycol base: coating, fillers · humectants and solvents — hold water and help actives dissolve
  • Salicylic Acid works · the active ingredient — what the product is for; form: salicylic acid
  • Menthol questions · gives a cooling sensation and mild numbing. It irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes, and it worsens redness in rosacea.
  • Panthenol works · the active ingredient — what the product is for; form: panthenol
  • Lactobionic Acid works · the active ingredient — what the product is for; form: lactobionic acid (PHA)
  • Diaminopyrimidine Oxide works · the active ingredient — what the product is for; form: aminexil
  • Niacinamide works · the active ingredient — what the product is for; form: niacinamide
  • Triethanolamine base: coating, fillers · a pH adjuster and thickener neutraliser; rarely clogs pores in leave-on face products
  • Allantoin base: coating, fillers · amino acids, lipids and sugars akin to the skin’s own components — support for its barrier
  • Parfum questions · the fragrance and its aromatic components; the EU requires 26 of them to be listed separately — matters to people allergic to fragrance, does not affect how the product works
  • Methylchloroisothiazolinone questions · preservatives; banned in EU leave-on products and limited in rinse-off (0.0015%) — a frequent cause of contact allergy
  • Methylisothiazolinone questions · preservatives; banned in EU leave-on products and limited in rinse-off (0.0015%) — a frequent cause of contact allergy

Selencin Minexaga Peeling Mask is a product whose active ingredient is glycolic acid + salicylic acid (bha) + lactobionic acid (pha) + aminexil (diaminopyrimidine oxide). The concentration is not declared, but the active sits above the 1 % line in the list — a working share is likely. The effect is supported by studies: glycolic acid, niacinamide (vitamin b3). The effect is moderately supported: salicylic acid (bha), lactobionic acid (pha), panthenol (pro-vitamin b5). There is little evidence of effect: aminexil (diaminopyrimidine oxide). The formula has 20 ingredients, 6 of which do the work; the rest is the formula base. Worth noting: Menthol (gives a cooling sensation and mild numbing. It irritates sensitive skin and mucous membranes, and it worsens redness in rosacea.); Parfum (the fragrance and its aromatic components; the EU requires 26 of them to be listed separately — matters to people allergic to fragrance, does not affect how the product works); Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone. Use together with care: glycolic acid + salicylic acid (bha); niacinamide (vitamin b3) + glycolic acid. Well-matched pairs in the formula: niacinamide (vitamin b3) + salicylic acid (bha). Topical products against shedding work weakly: only minoxidil is proven (a medicine we do not score); among cosmetics rosemary oil has moderate data, caffeine weak. The cause of shedding is found by tests: iron, thyroid, vitamin D. By the list, no alcohol (alcohol denat), sulfates (SLS/SLES), formaldehyde releasers, parabens, mineral oils and petrolatum, soap, silicones, gelatin in the coating, toning dyes, tar. Suitable for: adults, oily skin, dry skin, colour-treated hair. pregnancy, sensitive skin, before sun, acne-prone, babies, atopic skin — ask a doctor. rosacea, eczema, children, prone to contact allergy, fragrance allergy — not without a doctor. Use: in the evening, 2–3 times a week; SPF in the daytime. When to expect an effect: texture, glow — 2–4 weeks. Label score — 4.9 out of 10 (actives with strong evidence: 2 of 6; for “hair shedding (topical)” — 99 %; below threshold: aminexil (diaminopyrimidine oxide), niacinamide (vitamin b3); a broad formula across 4 purposes; rinse-off product; debatable groups: menthol, isothiazolinone preservatives (mit/mci) (skin test positive in 6 of 100 tested), isothiazolinone preservatives (mit/mci), fragrance and its allergens (skin test positive in 13 of 100 tested); use together with care: glycolic acid + salicylic acid (bha), niacinamide (vitamin b3) + glycolic acid). Per the pack: for external use, do not apply to broken skin, avoid contact with the eyes. A restatement of the label, not an assessment.

Who it does not suit

  • rosacea, eczemanot on inflamed skin
  • childrenonly if prescribed
  • prone to contact allergyone of the most frequent cosmetic allergens
  • fragrance allergyrisk of reaction

When to stop: burning, persistent redness — stop; do not use the same evening as a retinoid; burning, persistent redness — stop; itching, redness or rash — stop; persistent burning — stop

Per the maker's leaflet: Per the pack: for external use, do not apply to broken skin, avoid contact with the eyes. A restatement of the label, not an assessment.

Is this product right for your hair?

The score describes the formula, not your hair: a sulfate shampoo suits an oily scalp and fails a dry, sensitive one. Tell us about your hair, scalp and the problem — shedding, dandruff, oiliness, dryness — and we will build a routine and say whether this product suits you.

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