Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Targeted Spot Treatment Versus Clean & Clear ADVANTAGE Acne Spot Treatment
Overview
What they are
These products are both facial treatments. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Targeted Spot Treatment 32 ingredients
Clean & Clear ADVANTAGE Acne Spot Treatment 32 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Targeted Spot Treatment 32 ingredients
Clean & Clear ADVANTAGE Acne Spot Treatment 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 0.75%
Masking
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingBorago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Carum Petroselinum Extract
Skin ConditioningFoeniculum Vulgare Oil
Emollient
Salix Nigra Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil
Masking
Rosa Canina Seed Extract
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningBorago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil
Emollient
Corylus Avellana Seed Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Calendula Officinalis Flower Oil
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningCanola Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Salicylic Acid 0.75%, Alcohol Denat., Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Water, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Carum Petroselinum Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare Oil, Salix Nigra Bark Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil, Rosa Canina Seed Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Parfum, Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Beta-Carotene, Canola Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Retinyl Palmitate, Limonene, Linalool
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Ammonium Hydroxide
BufferingBenzalkonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
C12-15 Alkyl Lactate
EmollientC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingCedrus Atlantica Bark Extract
Perfuming
Cetyl Lactate
EmollientCinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Cocamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Emulsion StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingMethylparaben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Phenethyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyacrylamide
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
PPG-2 Isoceteth-20 Acetate
EmulsifyingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Propylparaben
Preservative
Sarcosine
Skin ConditioningSd Alcohol 40-B
Astringent
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Tetrasodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid 2%, Alcohol, Ammonium Hydroxide, Benzalkonium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Lactate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Capryloyl Glycine, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Extract, Cetyl Lactate, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Cocamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Glycerin, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Laureth-7, Methylparaben, Parfum, Phenethyl Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Polysorbate 20, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, PPG-2 Isoceteth-20 Acetate, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Sarcosine, Sd Alcohol 40-B, T-Butyl Alcohol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Water
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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 ParfumSalicylic 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 AcidWater. 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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Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Targeted Spot Treatment 32 ingredients
Clean & Clear ADVANTAGE Acne Spot Treatment 32 ingredients
