Deconstruct Salicylic Acid Oil Control Face Wash

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Deconstruct Salicylic Acid Oil Control Face Wash Versus Dot & Key Skincare Cica & 2% Salicylic Face Wash

Face Cleanser

Indian Brand

Updated on December 27, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain BHA

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 parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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Deconstruct Salicylic Acid Oil Control Face Wash 18 ingredients

Dot & Key Skincare Cica & 2% Salicylic Face Wash 32 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Deconstruct Salicylic Acid Oil Control Face Wash 18 ingredients

Dot & Key Skincare Cica & 2% Salicylic Face Wash 32 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Salicylic Acid Oil Control Face Wash

Water

Skin Conditioning

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Cleansing

Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate

Cleansing

Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate

Cleansing

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

Cleansing

Chamomilla Recutita Extract

Skin Conditioning

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Aloe Barbadensis Extract

Skin Conditioning

Glycerin

Humectant

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Xylitylglucoside

Anhydroxylitol

Xylitol

Niacinamide

Xanthan Gum

Ethylhexylglycerin

Phenoxyethanol

Salicylic Acid

Betaine

Sodium Gluconate

Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Glycerin, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Niacinamide, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic Acid, Betaine, Sodium Gluconate

Cica & 2% Salicylic Face Wash

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Skin Conditioning

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Cleansing

Decyl Glucoside

Cleansing

Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate

Cleansing

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

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Salicylic Acid

Masking

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

Antioxidant

Zinc PCA

Humectant

Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate

Skin Conditioning

Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract

Skin Conditioning

Salix Alba Bark Extract

Astringent

Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Astringent

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Skin Conditioning

Glycine Soja Seed Extract

Skin Conditioning

Mentha Piperita Oil

Masking

Sodium Hydroxide

Buffering

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Camphor

Benzophenone-4

Panthenol

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Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying

Disodium EDTA

Benzyl Alcohol

Perfuming

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

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CI 19140

Cosmetic Colorant

CI 42090

Cosmetic Colorant

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Cleansing

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.

This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.

Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.

While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.

Learn more about Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

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.

Salicylic Acid

Masking, Preservative, Skin Conditioning

Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.

Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.

Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.

Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.

It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.

While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.

If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.

Learn more about Salicylic Acid

Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.

Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.

Learn more about Xanthan Gum