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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive versus ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) .

Published on May 15, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Face Cleanser German Brand Germany
Face Cleanser German Brand Germany

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

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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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.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 1.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Cleansing, Foaming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

We don't have a description for Sodium Cocoamphoacetate.

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 2.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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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Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 3.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.

Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.

Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.

Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.

Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Lactic Acid

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 4.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 4.

5
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.

There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.

The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.

Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.

Learn more about Sodium Chloride

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 5.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 5.

6
What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Capryl/Capramidopropyl Betaine.

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 6.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 6.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 7.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 7.

8
What it does: Cleansing
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate.

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 9.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 9.

9
What it does: Cleansing
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a gentle cleanser and surfactant. It is the sodium salt of the Cocoyl Glutamic Acid and comes from coconut oil. As a surfactant, it helps lift dirt and oil to be washed away.

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate also has an emolliating effect and can help leave the skin feeling soft.

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 10.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 10.

10
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

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Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 11.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 11.

11
What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

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 Benzoate

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 12.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 12.

12
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

Learn more about Potassium Sorbate

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 13.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 13.

13
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Citric Acid

Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive contains this as ingredient number 14.

ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) contains this as ingredient number 14.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

36% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet
36% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
43% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet

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Balea Reinigungsschaum Ultra Sensitive 14 ingredients

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ISANA Pure Reinigungsschaum (Pure Cleaning Foam) 14 ingredients

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