Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser Versus Clean & Clear Deep Action Exfoliating Scrub
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, parabens and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser 24 ingredients
Clean & Clear Deep Action Exfoliating Scrub 20 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser 24 ingredients
Clean & Clear Deep Action Exfoliating Scrub 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Acrylates Copolymer
PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate
Di-PPG-2 Myreth-10 Adipate
EmollientPEG-16 Soy Sterol
Emulsifying
Glycine Soja Protein
EmulsifyingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Soyamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingParfum
Masking
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride
Methylparaben
Preservative
Tetrasodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPolyquaternium-10
Silica
Abrasive
Citric Acid
Buffering
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Acrylates Copolymer, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate, Di-PPG-2 Myreth-10 Adipate, PEG-16 Soy Sterol, Glycine Soja Protein, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Glycerin, Soyamidopropyl Betaine, Parfum, DMDM Hydantoin, Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride, Methylparaben, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyquaternium-10, Silica, Citric Acid, Butylene Glycol, Mica, Titanium Dioxide
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCellulose
AbsorbentLauryl Glucoside
CleansingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Methylparaben
Preservative
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingMenthol
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberUltramarines
CI 73360
Cosmetic Colorant
Talc
Abrasive
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose, Lauryl Glucoside, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Methylparaben, Microcrystalline Wax, Sodium Hydroxide, Menthol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Ultramarines, CI 73360, Talc, Blue 1 Lake, CI 19140
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 WaterSodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateGlycerin 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.
Learn more about GlycerinParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser 24 ingredients
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Aveeno Positively Radiant Brightening Cleanser 24 ingredients
This is the absolute worst cleanser I’ve ever used. It may work for some people but it broke me out in this dry pimple looking rash all around my mouth. I do not have sensitive skin! My skins oily and mostly clear since being on accutane but this product has done a lot of damage..
Acne flared up after use. Glitter is very visible. texture doesn't feel especially great; it's sort of dry.
