Creightons Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Tonic Versus Creightons Pink Grapefruit Refreshing Face Wash
Updated on December 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or silicones
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Ingredient Info
Creightons Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Tonic 16 ingredients
Creightons Pink Grapefruit Refreshing Face Wash 19 ingredients
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About this product
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Creightons Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Tonic 16 ingredients
Creightons Pink Grapefruit Refreshing Face Wash 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycerin
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract
Antimicrobial
Trisodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzophenone-1
UV Absorber
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
PEG-18 Glyceryl Oleate/Cocoate
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Citric Acid, Benzophenone-1, PEG-150 Distearate, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, PEG-18 Glyceryl Oleate/Cocoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, CI 14700, CI 19140
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 WaterPolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Glycerin 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 GlycerinIngredient Ratings
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Creightons Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Tonic 16 ingredients
Creightons Pink Grapefruit Refreshing Face Wash 19 ingredients
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Creightons Pink Grapefruit Refreshing Face Wash 19 ingredients
cheap and helpful
i use this inbetween when ive run out of the "expensive skincare" it smells good, doesnt iritate my sensitive acne skin, and does what it needs to do for a 2$ price. chefs kiss*
