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Anua Heartleaf Low pH Deep Cleansing Water Versus ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Water Sensitive

Makeup Remover
Makeup Remover
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on July 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Suited For

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

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

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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.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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Solvent

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin. 

It’s often used to:

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate comes from Capric Acid and Polyglycerin-4. It is an emulsifier.

Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. They do this by preventing ingredients from separating, such as oils and water which do not mix naturally.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 
Masking, Solvent

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

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Skin Conditioning

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.

Buffering, Masking

Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.

Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.

The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).

Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.

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When to use

29 Routines
28% use in am
69% use in pm
93% use every day
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47 Routines
23% use in am
77% use in pm
98% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Anua Heartleaf Low pH Deep Cleansing Water 12 ingredients

2.0 /5
from 1 rating
Irritating (1) Works Well (1)
car6lyn's avatar

lyn

1 month ago
Review

Removed my makeup really well but it made my lips and tongue numb so i think im orally allergic to it 😞

#irritating
#works well

ma:nyo Pure Cleansing Water Sensitive 21 ingredients

2.0 /5
from 1 rating
Drying (1) Expensive (1) Irritating (1)
johannahisabel's avatar

Johannah Isabel

8 days ago
Review

this is good at removing sunscreen, light makeup, and as a first cleanser, but if you wear heavier or waterproof makeup, it doesn’t really do a good job of removing it. it also burned my eyes so i wouldn’t say it’s suitable for removing eye makeup either. it says it’s good for sensitive skin, but beware that it has salicylic acid in it. so jumping in with daily use can be irritating or drying.

#expensive
#drying
#irritating
#no scent