Avène XeraCalm A.D Ultra-Rich Cleansing Bar Versus Aveeno Gentle Moisturizing Face Cleansing Bar
Updated on April 04, 2024
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Avène XeraCalm A.D Ultra-Rich Cleansing Bar 15 ingredients
Aveeno Gentle Moisturizing Face Cleansing Bar 15 ingredients
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Avène XeraCalm A.D Ultra-Rich Cleansing Bar 15 ingredients
Aveeno Gentle Moisturizing Face Cleansing Bar 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingMaltodextrin
AbsorbentSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Paraffin
Perfuming
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Ceteareth-6
Emulsifying
Aquaphilus Dolomiae Extract
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateWater. 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 WaterParaffin is a solid created from petroleum. The term 'paraffin' can also refer to either petroleum jelly or mineral oil.
It has natural occlusive properties which can worsen oily skin. Due to its petrolatum base, this ingredient is not fungal-acne safe.
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