Beplain Mung Bean pH Balanced Facial Cleansing Wipes Versus COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water
Updated on December 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Beplain Mung Bean pH Balanced Facial Cleansing Wipes 20 ingredients
COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Beplain Mung Bean pH Balanced Facial Cleansing Wipes 20 ingredients
COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water 16 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningVigna Radiata Seed Extract 30%
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingPolyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLaurylpyridinium Chloride
AntimicrobialSodium Citrate
BufferingRosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialCymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningLevulinic Acid
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract 30%, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Panthenol, Caprylyl Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Decylene Glycol, Laurylpyridinium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Sodium Levulinate, Levulinic Acid, Citric Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate comes from Capric Acid and Polyglycerin-4. It is an emulsifier.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. They do this by preventing ingredients from separating, such as oils and water which do not mix naturally.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateWater. 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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COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water 16 ingredients
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