Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser versus Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser .
Published on January 14, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe face cleansers. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and sulfates
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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
Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser 16 ingredients
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser 21 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser 16 ingredients
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser 21 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser 16 ingredients
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser 21 ingredients
Salicylic Acid 1% • Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Sorbitol • Glycerin • Laureth-4 Carboxylic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Sodium Benzoate • Parfum • Menthol • Sodium Hydroxide • Polyquaternium-39 • Disodium EDTA • Charcoal Powder
Water • Glycerin • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Sorbitol • Laureth-4 Carboxylic Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Parfum • Sodium Hydroxide • Mica • Menthol • Polyquaternium-39 • Disodium EDTA • Benzophenone-4 • Quartz • Charcoal Powder • Sodium Benzoate • Salicylic Acid • Curry Red • Titanium Dioxide
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Salicylic 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 AcidBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 19.
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!
Learn more about WaterBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine. Dimethylaminopropylamine is a diamine, an amine with two amino groups.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 4.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 4.
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 5.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 5.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 6.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.
We don't have a description for Laureth-4 Carboxylic Acid.
Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 8.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is also an emulsifier. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 BenzoateBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 10.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 18.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
Menthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 12.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 12.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideBiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 13.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 10.
We don't have a description for Polyquaternium-39.
Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 13.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTABiore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 15.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
Charcoal Powder is an exfoliant.
Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 17.
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Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser 16 ingredients
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser 21 ingredients
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Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser 16 ingredients
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser 21 ingredients
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Biore Charcoal Acne Daily Cleanser 16 ingredients
tabby_274
broke out
this was one of the first cleansers i ever used when i was first getting into skincare. it has a cooling effect which felt good....
broke out
this was one of the first cleansers i ever used when i was first getting into skincare. it has a cooling effect which felt good. unfortunately it actually gave me whiteheads all around my mouth and other areas. bad for sensitive skin.
Biore Rose Quartz + Charcoal Daily Purifying Cleanser 21 ingredients
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