Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion versus Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser .
Published on October 05, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
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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
Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion 14 ingredients
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser 25 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
Ingredients in this product that are types of sulfate:
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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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Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion 14 ingredients
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser 25 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion 14 ingredients
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser 25 ingredients
Water • Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate • Glycerin • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Sodium Chloride • Glycol Stearate • Acrylates Copolymer • Sodium Lactate • Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract • Niacinamide • Panthenol • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Lauric Acid • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Lavandula Angustifolia Extract • Pelargonium Graveolens Oil • Sodium Hydroxide • Citric Acid • Linalool
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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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.
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 WaterAvène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolAvène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 15.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateAvène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion contains this as ingredient number 11.
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 19.
Sodium 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 HydroxideAvène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 23.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion 14 ingredients
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser 25 ingredients
Usage
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Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion 14 ingredients
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser 25 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion 14 ingredients
blima1998
Amazing cleanser for sensitive skin! Skin doesn't feel dry after and almost feels moisturized with this cleanser. Not very tough on removing makeup...
Amazing cleanser for sensitive skin! Skin doesn't feel dry after and almost feels moisturized with this cleanser. Not very tough on removing makeup so I do recommend using micellar water / makeup remover before since this product is so gentle. But I am soo happy with this product it's I think the first cleanser that does 0 irritation for me
g.nce_
Helped my damaged skin barrier!
This was the only cleanser that helped my face when my skin barrier was damaged. I've tried multiple gentle...
Helped my damaged skin barrier!
This was the only cleanser that helped my face when my skin barrier was damaged. I've tried multiple gentle cleansers but they don't do much to sooth my irritated skin. This is gentle, soothing, doesn't leave behind any film, my face doesn't feel tight after, and has helped to reduce the uneven bumps on my face. Surprisingly cleanses my oily skin well. What a life saver!
Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser 25 ingredients
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