Bliss Clear Genius Acne Spot Treatment Versus Peter Thomas Roth Goodbye Acne AHA/BHA Acne Clearing Gel Face Body Spot Treatment
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Bliss Clear Genius Acne Spot Treatment 16 ingredients
Peter Thomas Roth Goodbye Acne AHA/BHA Acne Clearing Gel Face Body Spot Treatment 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Bliss Clear Genius Acne Spot Treatment 16 ingredients
Peter Thomas Roth Goodbye Acne AHA/BHA Acne Clearing Gel Face Body Spot Treatment 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Propanediol
Solvent
Pvm/Ma Decadiene Crosspolymer
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Lens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSalicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycerin
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Isododecane
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Salicylic Acid 2%, Water, Alcohol Denat., Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Arginine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Butylene Glycol, Isododecane, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Sodium Phosphate, 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.
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 GlycerinSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
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 this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSodium 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 HydroxideWater. 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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Bliss Clear Genius Acne Spot Treatment 16 ingredients
Peter Thomas Roth Goodbye Acne AHA/BHA Acne Clearing Gel Face Body Spot Treatment 21 ingredients
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