Balea Liquid Peeling 2% BHA Versus Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid
Updated on October 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Balea Liquid Peeling 2% BHA 6 ingredients
Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid 11 ingredients
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Balea Liquid Peeling 2% BHA 6 ingredients
Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid 11 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Learn more about PropanediolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractIngredient Ratings
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Balea Liquid Peeling 2% BHA 6 ingredients
Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid 11 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid 11 ingredients
I actually love this exfoliating serum for my very oily skin! I use it 3 times a week and only use two baby drops of it that I apply mostly on my T zone. The mornings after I use it, my skin feels lighter and purified. Try not to mix this serum with retinoids or vitamin C, although I mixed it with only derivatives (was told it’d be ok by employees), my skin felt a bit sensitive when I did.
This products exfoliates and reduces my fungal acne overnight. It's affordable too
