Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel Versus Nerida Joy Confidence Step 1 Facial Cleanser
Updated on November 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel 26 ingredients
Nerida Joy Confidence Step 1 Facial Cleanser 23 ingredients
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Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel 26 ingredients
Nerida Joy Confidence Step 1 Facial Cleanser 23 ingredients
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Sorbitol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Carbomer
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract
RefreshingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Butylene Glycol, PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Carbomer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDaucus Carota Sativa Juice
Skin ConditioningCarya Ovata Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cymbopogon Martini Oil
Masking
Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract
HumectantCinnamomum Camphora Leaf Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Sorbitol
Humectant
Glucose
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingBenzyl Acetate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Alpha-Ionone
Perfuming
Nonyl Nonoxynol-10
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Carbomer, Daucus Carota Sativa Juice, Carya Ovata Bark Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract, Cinnamomum Camphora Leaf Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sucrose Cocoate, Sorbitol, Glucose, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Benzyl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Alpha-Ionone, Nonyl Nonoxynol-10, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPeg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is created from polyethylene glycol and fatty acids from coconut oil.
It is a synthetic polymer with emulsifying and cleansing properties.
As an emulsifier, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate prevents ingredients such as oils and water from separating. It also helps rinse away oils, dirt, and pollutants from skin.
Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate may not be fungal acne safe. It can also dry out skin.
Learn more about PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoateSorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
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Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel 26 ingredients
Nerida Joy Confidence Step 1 Facial Cleanser 23 ingredients
