Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum versus The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution .
Last updated on February 08, 2024. Published on April 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum 20 ingredients
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution 24 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum 20 ingredients
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution 24 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum 20 ingredients
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution 24 ingredients
Water • Butylene Glycol • Ethoxydiglycol • Salicylic Acid • Ppg-26-Buteth-26 • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Hydroxide • Peg-12 Dimethicone • Allantoin • Chlorphenesin • Disodium EDTA • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Bisabolol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Maltodextrin • Glycerin • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
Water • Alcohol Denat. • Propanediol • Ppg-26-Buteth-26 • Phenoxyethanol • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Salicylic Acid • Xanthan Gum • Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil • Disodium EDTA • Medicago Sativa Extract • Potassium Hydroxide • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Limonene • Sodium Hyaluronate • Citral • T-Butyl Alcohol • Sodium Benzoate • Citronellol • Leptospermum Petersonii Oil • Tocopherol
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterBoots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 AcidBoots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum contains this as ingredient number 4.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution contains this as ingredient number 10.
We don't have a description for Ppg-26-Buteth-26.
Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum contains this as ingredient number 5.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum contains this as ingredient number 6.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution contains this as ingredient number 9.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilBoots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum contains this as ingredient number 7.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution contains this as ingredient number 6.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum contains this as ingredient number 8.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 EDTABoots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum contains this as ingredient number 13.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 BenzoateBoots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum contains this as ingredient number 20.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution contains this as ingredient number 21.
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Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum 20 ingredients
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution 24 ingredients
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Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid serum 20 ingredients
The Body Shop Tea Tree Anti Imperfection Daily Solution 24 ingredients
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