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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel versus Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on April 22, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, fragrances, parabens or sulfates

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Face Cleanser South Korean Brand South Korea
Face Cleanser South Korean Brand South Korea

Face Cleanser

Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).

Face Cleanser

Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
ph level
5.5
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA
Hyaluronic Acid (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
Irritating (2)
Rosacea

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (5)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Irritating
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Ingredients Explained

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

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 4.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sorbitol 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.

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Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 7.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 8.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (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.

Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 13.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 26.

6
What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.

Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.

Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.

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Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 14.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 30.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 16.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 28.

8
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 26.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 18.

9
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.

One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.

Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:

Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 28.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 17.

10
What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Liked

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a type of Hyaluronic Acid.

Hyaluronic Acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 34.

Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 20.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

46% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
19% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
59% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
16% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet

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Acwell pH Balancing Bubble Free Cleansing Gel 26 ingredients

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Peach & Lily Power Calm Hydrating Gel Cleanser 37 ingredients

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Drying (1) Great Value (1) Hydrating (1) Works Well (1)
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Jinx

5 months ago · Normal Skin
Review

This is my holy grail cleanser, I have been through more bottles of it than almost any other skincare product. This is gentle, non drying, it...

This is my holy grail cleanser, I have been through more bottles of it than almost any other skincare product. This is gentle, non drying, it doesn’t strip my skin, perfect second step in a double cleanse routine.
This is for people who really wanted to love the Glossier Milk Jelly cleanser but thought it didn’t work well and that they needed something with just a tiny bit more cleansing power. It’s very calming, my skin is no longer bright red after washing. I’ve been using this since it launched and it’s really very lovely - absolutely worth a try if you’re looking for a calming and non-stripping cleanser.

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SiriMiri

5 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

I got a small bottle of this to try out and instantly I knew I wouldn't like it because it feels harsh, like it'll clean *everything* even the good...

I got a small bottle of this to try out and instantly I knew I wouldn't like it because it feels harsh, like it'll clean *everything* even the good oils + bacteria on your skin. The second you're done washing your face with this it'll feel dry. I have oily combo skin and it's not calm or hydrating as it says.

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