BRTC Anti-Pollution Cleansing Oil - Blackhead Versus COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
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 harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
BRTC Anti-Pollution Cleansing Oil - Blackhead 60 ingredients
COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid 10 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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BRTC Anti-Pollution Cleansing Oil - Blackhead 60 ingredients
COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid 10 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentWater
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBiosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Linoleate
Emollient
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCupressus Sempervirens Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Water
MaskingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Salvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicDiospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Linolenate
Emollient
Folic Acid
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningCedrus Deodara Wood Oil
Masking
Castanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Sclarea Oil
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Coffea Arabica Seed Extract
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingBorago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Copaifera Officinalis Resin
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Masking
Zanthoxylum Schinifolium Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCymbopogon Martini Oil
Masking
Citrus Nobilis Oil
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Glycine Soja Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Centella Asiatica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Water, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Glyceryl Linoleate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Cupressus Sempervirens Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Water, Panthenol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glyceryl Linolenate, Folic Acid, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Biotin, Cyanocobalamin, Cedrus Deodara Wood Oil, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Salvia Sclarea Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Borago Officinalis Extract, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Copaifera Officinalis Resin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Niacinamide, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Zanthoxylum Schinifolium Leaf Extract, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Citrus Nobilis Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Panthenol 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 PanthenolNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideIngredient Ratings
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BRTC Anti-Pollution Cleansing Oil - Blackhead 60 ingredients
COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid 10 ingredients
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BRTC Anti-Pollution Cleansing Oil - Blackhead 60 ingredients
COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid 10 ingredients
Gently Exfoliates
I decided to try a leave-on exfoliator rather than an exfoliating cleanser because I noticed I kept getting irritation from exfoliating cleansers. This Cosrx one is really gentle and pleasant. It takes a few minutes for it to absorb into my skin, but afterwards I get very little irritation and my skin texture and pore appearance have definitely improved.
My favourite COSRX product. Pores appear smaller after a few hours. Was not expecting sebaceous filaments to disappear. I usually use one pump of liquid and put it directly on my T-zone and leave it to do its magic for about a few hours before applying moisturiser. (Putting moisturiser right after reduces its effectiveness from my personal experience.)
