Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash Versus La Roche-Posay Lipikar Syndet Ap+ : Ultra-Gentle Cream Wash
Updated on July 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 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, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash 20 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Syndet Ap+ : Ultra-Gentle Cream Wash 17 ingredients
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Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash 20 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Syndet Ap+ : Ultra-Gentle Cream Wash 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Trideceth Sulfate
Cleansing
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium PCA
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Colloidal Oatmeal
Absorbent
Arginine
Masking
Water, Sodium Trideceth Sulfate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide Mea, Citric Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Sodium PCA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Colloidal Oatmeal, Arginine
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterButyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does 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.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterGlycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Cocamide Mea yet.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidNiacinamide 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 NiacinamideDisodium 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 EDTAIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash 20 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Syndet Ap+ : Ultra-Gentle Cream Wash 17 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Cetaphil Restoraderm Soothing Wash 20 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Syndet Ap+ : Ultra-Gentle Cream Wash 17 ingredients
super gentle for days i’m giving my skin a break from actives. Leaves my skin clean, hydrated and soothed.
I used this as my face wash in the shower, and while it was gentle enough for my sensitive skin, it left my face feeling really dry. Unfortunately, it didn’t provide any hydration—if anything, it stripped more than it soothed.
