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B.LAB Cica Barrier 5.5 Gel Cleanser Versus Hamel Double Shot Oil To Foam Cleanser

Face Cleanser

Korean Brand

Updated on November 18, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face cleansers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens 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.

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Ingredient Info

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B.LAB Cica Barrier 5.5 Gel Cleanser 17 ingredients

Hamel Double Shot Oil To Foam Cleanser 34 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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B.LAB Cica Barrier 5.5 Gel Cleanser 17 ingredients

Hamel Double Shot Oil To Foam Cleanser 34 ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Cica Barrier 5.5 Gel Cleanser

Water

Skin Conditioning

Glycerin

Humectant

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Coco-Betaine

Cleansing

Methyl Gluceth-20

Humectant

Centella Asiatica Leaf Water

Dipropylene Glycol

Xanthan Gum

Sodium Chloride

Methylpropanediol

Panthenol

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Hydroxyacetophenone

Antioxidant

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

1,2-Hexanediol

Citric Acid

Malt Extract

Disodium EDTA

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Water, Glycerin, Coco-Betaine, Methyl Gluceth-20, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Chloride, Methylpropanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Malt Extract, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin

Double Shot Oil To Foam Cleanser

Water

Skin Conditioning

Dibutyl Adipate

Emollient

Propanediol

Solvent

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Skin Conditioning

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

UV Filter

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Ethylhexyl Triazone

UV Absorber

Niacinamide

Smoothing

Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

UV Filter

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Emollient

Caprylyl Methicone

Skin Conditioning

Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone

UV Absorber

Glycerin

Humectant

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Butylene Glycol

Humectant

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1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract

Perfuming

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Skin Conditioning

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract

Salvia Sclarea Oil

Pentylene Glycol

Behenyl Alcohol

Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate

Emulsion Stabilising

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Decyl Glucoside

Tromethamine

Carbomer

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Cleansing

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Ethylhexylglycerin

Adenosine

Xanthan Gum

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1,2-Hexanediol

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

Ethylhexylglycerin

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.

Glycerin

Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Glycerin 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.

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Water

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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Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

Learn more about Xanthan Gum