Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Alba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads versus ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads .
Published on January 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Exfoliator
Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.
Ingredient Info
Alba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads 26 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads 27 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Alba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads 26 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads 27 ingredients
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Alba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads 26 ingredients
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads 27 ingredients
Salicylic Acid 2% • Water • Alcohol Denat. • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Hamamelis Virginiana Water • Glycerin • Sorbitol • Alcohol • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Carum Petroselinum Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract • Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract • Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract • Citric Acid • Denatonium Benzoate • Sodium PCA • T-Butyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Mentha Piperita Oil • Limonene • Linalool
Water • Alcohol • Propylene Glycol • Salicylic Acid • Urea • Pterocarpus Soyauxii Wood Extract • Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract • Hordeum Distichon Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Artemisia Vulgaris Extract • Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract • Crithmum Maritimum Extract • Spiraea Ulmaria Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Glycolic Acid • Butylene Glycol • Sodium Carbonate • Sodium Chloride • Disodium EDTA • T-Butyl Alcohol • Denatonium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Citronellol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Linalool
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Ingredients Explained
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Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidAlba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 1.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 4.
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!
Learn more about WaterAlba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 2.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 1.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.
These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Learn more about AlcoholAlba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 8.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 2.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAlba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 9.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 9.
Denatonium Benzoate is a denaturant and masking ingredient.
It is commonly used to denature alcohols, such as SD Alcohol 40.
Fun fact: This ingredient is the most bitter known compound. The bitter flavor is often used to deter consumption.
Learn more about Denatonium BenzoateAlba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 16.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 21.
T-Butyl Alcohol it is most commonly used as a solvent.
At room temperature, T-Butyl Alcohol melts and has a similar smell to camphor.
This ingredient is derived from isobutane. It is the simplest form of a tertiary alcohol. Due to its chemical structure, it is more resistant to oxidation.
Learn more about T-Butyl AlcoholAlba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 18.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 20.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Alba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 19.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 22.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneAlba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 25.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 26.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolAlba Botanical Acnedote Anti-Pimple Pads contains this as ingredient number 26.
ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads contains this as ingredient number 27.
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