Cetaphil Gentle Clear Complexion Clearing Acne Cleanser Versus Biore Clear & Breathable Witch Hazel Cooling Cleanser
Updated on November 06, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or silicones
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Gentle Clear Complexion Clearing Acne Cleanser 15 ingredients
Biore Clear & Breathable Witch Hazel Cooling Cleanser 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Complexion Clearing Acne Cleanser 15 ingredients
Biore Clear & Breathable Witch Hazel Cooling Cleanser 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Betaine
Humectant
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingMenthol
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Polyquaternium-7
Disodium EDTA
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Water, Glycerin, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco-Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Betaine, Lauric Acid, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Hydroxide, Menthol, Parfum, Polyquaternium-7, Disodium EDTA, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Alcohol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a cleansing agent made from a mixture of long chain sulfonate salts. It can also help produce foam.
This ingredient may be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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Cetaphil Gentle Clear Complexion Clearing Acne Cleanser 15 ingredients
Biore Clear & Breathable Witch Hazel Cooling Cleanser 19 ingredients
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