Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of COSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil versus SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil .
Published on October 28, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
Makeup Remover
Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.
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Ingredient Info
COSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil 28 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 11 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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COSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil 28 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 11 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
COSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil 28 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 11 ingredients
Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate • Triethylhexanoin • Glycine Soja Oil • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Citrus Aurantifolia Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Tocopherol • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Avena Sativa Kernel Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Oenothera Biennis Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Water • 1,2-Hexanediol • Centella Asiatica Extract • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract • Centella Asiatica Root Extract • Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract • Asiaticoside • Asiatic Acid • Madecassoside • Madecassic Acid
Ethylhexyl Stearate • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate • Centella Asiatica Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is part of the PEG Sorbitan/Sorbitol Fatty Acid Esters group. As an emulsifier, it helps ingredients such as oil and water mix together. This allows the dirt and oils in your skin to be washed away.
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate has a molecular weight of 30.
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate is a tetraester from oleic acid and polyethylene glycol ether of sorbitol.
One study found pumpkin oil containing Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate helped hydrate the skin and did not cause any irritation.
Learn more about Sorbeth-30 TetraoleateCOSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 2.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 3.
This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.
Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.
It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.
Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.
Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilCOSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 6.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 8.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the oil from the bergamot orange. This bergamot is native to Italy.
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is used to add fragrance to products. It contains limonene, linalool, and linalyl acetate.
The term '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.
When used topically, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is a photosensitizer due to its furanocoumarins. Photosensitizers make the skin and eyes much more sensitive to sunlight. Photosensitizers are linked to skin cancer.
However, more cosmetics using Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil are removing the furanocoumarins.
Bergamot oil was also found to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Learn more about Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit OilCOSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 9.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 6.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilCOSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 11.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 5.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
COSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 13.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 9.
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilCOSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 15.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 7.
Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractCOSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 21.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 4.
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COSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil 28 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 11 ingredients
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COSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil 28 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 11 ingredients
Reviews
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COSRX Cica Clear Cleansing Oil 28 ingredients
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 11 ingredients
mariamgk
Really nice cleansing oil! I dont use cleansing oils that often anymore because I found out its not the best for my skin type, but on days I have...
Really nice cleansing oil! I dont use cleansing oils that often anymore because I found out its not the best for my skin type, but on days I have makeup on my eyes like waterproof mascara, this takes it off well! Also helped with blackheads on my nose so I lovee that
kaya02
I found that this product broke me out and gave me closed comodones. I used it correctly it just didn't like my oily combination skin :/ . I would...
I found that this product broke me out and gave me closed comodones. I used it correctly it just didn't like my oily combination skin :/ . I would def not recmmend to anyone with acne prone skin. I found that using micellar water and a cleanser worked way better for me, i only use the centella oil once a week on my t zone and chin to unclog any pores that the micellar water didn't manage.
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