COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water Versus ILLIYOON Ceramide Derma 6.0 Cleansing Water Foam
Updated on July 25, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water 16 ingredients
ILLIYOON Ceramide Derma 6.0 Cleansing Water Foam 29 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water 16 ingredients
ILLIYOON Ceramide Derma 6.0 Cleansing Water Foam 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingAcrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Metaphosphate
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Panax Ginseng Root Water
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycine Max Oil
Emollient
Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAngelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningOphiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Canola Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialWater, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Sodium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Citric Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Metaphosphate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Butylene Glycol, Panax Ginseng Root Water, Propanediol, Glycine Max Oil, Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Canola Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
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.
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 preservatives
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 AcidDisodium 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 EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate comes from Capric Acid and Polyglycerin-4. It is an emulsifier.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. They do this by preventing ingredients from separating, such as oils and water which do not mix naturally.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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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COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water 16 ingredients
ILLIYOON Ceramide Derma 6.0 Cleansing Water Foam 29 ingredients
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