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Updated on June 21, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

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

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Base Laboratories Hypochlorous Acid Spray
Base Laboratories Hypochlorous Acid Spray
Facial Treatment
American Brand United States
SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser for Acne

Ingredient Info

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Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Hypochlorous Acid Spray
Hypochlorous Acid Antiseborrhoeic

Hypochlorous Acid is created from dissolving chlorine in water. It is a weak acid that has antimicrobial properties. Due to its ability to kill bacteria, it can be used to treat acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions.

Sodium Chloride Masking
Can worsen Dry Skin IconBad for Acne Prone Skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon
3 Concerns

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

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Chamomilla Recutita Oil Masking, Tonic
Oil Icon
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Chamomilla Recutita Oil comes from the Chamomile flower.

Hyaluronic Acid Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid IconGood for Skin Texture IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps brighten skin IconMay cause irritation Icon
Hyaluronic AcidHyaluronic Acid Icon 4 Benefits May cause irritationMay cause irritation Icon

Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.

Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract.

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Mentha Haplocalix Extract Masking

We don't have a description for Mentha Haplocalix Extract.

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Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract Astringent, Skin Conditioning

Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract comes from the Goji Berry. Goji berries are native to China and can be found across Eurasia.

Trehalose Humectant, Moisturising

Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.

Methyl Glycyrrhizate Masking

We don't have a description for Methyl Glycyrrhizate.

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Glycerin Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps brighten skin Icon
2 Benefits

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.
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.

Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser for Acne
Hypochlorous Acid Antiseborrhoeic

Hypochlorous Acid is created from dissolving chlorine in water. It is a weak acid that has antimicrobial properties. Due to its ability to kill bacteria, it can be used to treat acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions.

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Antiseborrhoeic
Loved

Hypochlorous Acid is created from dissolving chlorine in water. It is a weak acid that has antimicrobial properties. Due to its ability to kill bacteria, it can be used to treat acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions.

Hypochlorous Acid naturally exists in our bodies. It is created by white blood cells to protect us from infections and bacteria.

Ingredient Ratings

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Hypochlorous Acid Spray
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Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser for Acne
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When to use

45 Routines
58% use in am
42% use in pm
87% use every day
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112 Routines
54% use in am
46% use in pm
89% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Base Laboratories Hypochlorous Acid Spray 11 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
Great Value (1) Light (1) Light Scent (1)
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Clover

6 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

Hypochlorous Acid is a HOLY GRAIL ingredient!
This spray has helped treat both my acne and eczema! The antimicrobial properties of hypochlorous...

Hypochlorous Acid is a HOLY GRAIL ingredient!
This spray has helped treat both my acne and eczema! The antimicrobial properties of hypochlorous acid are amazing!
There are several different hypochlorous acid sprays on the market (many of which are quite similar) so I personally don’t think you could really go wrong with any of them, however here are a few reasons why this Base Laboratories spray is my go to.
1) The size. You get 8oz of product so this will last you awhile (for comparison, the Tower 28 spray is only 4oz). 2) The price. As of writing this review, this spray is only $13! 3) The added ingredients. Every other hypochlorous acid spray that I’ve seen has an extremely simple ingredient list. That may be helpful for someone with sensitive skin, but that’s not me. I appreciate the addition of ingredients like hyaluronic acid and chamomile (plus I suspect that these added ingredient help to cover the bleach smell some people complain about when it comes to hypochlorous acid sprays. This product has a very subtle nice smell). 4) The concentration. According to the ingredient list on the back of my box, this contains 0.02% hypochlorous acid. Every other spray that I’ve seen usually only has concentrations of 0.01% or 0.015%. 5) The packaging. Ok, packaging isn’t that important but I’ve just gotta say it… like every other affordable spray out there is ugly. The packaging is so boring and/or medical looking. I like that this spray comes in a pink can! It’s cute!
If you struggle with acne, eczema, or rosacea, I highly recommend you try a product with hypochlorous acid. This powerhouse ingredients can help treat several skin concerns while still being gentle on skin. I LOVE IT!

SkinSmart Antimicrobial Facial Cleanser for Acne 1 ingredient

4.7 /5
from 3 ratings
Absorbs Well (2) Works Well (2) Great Value (1)
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Ceraco

5 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

I’ve seen a great improvement in my skin after the first couple uses. Just an fyi, since hypochlorous acid is chlorine dissolved in water, it does...

I’ve seen a great improvement in my skin after the first couple uses. Just an fyi, since hypochlorous acid is chlorine dissolved in water, it does have a choline smell, but when it dries, the smell goes away.

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rainbownthedark

6 days ago · Combination Skin
Review

Works great, but there’s definitely other brands that sell this same spray for much cheaper.