Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Liquid Peel

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Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Liquid Peel Versus Dermalogica Age Bright Clearing Serum

Exfoliator

Serum

American Brand

Updated on August 18, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA and 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, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Liquid Peel 21 ingredients

Dermalogica Age Bright Clearing Serum 32 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Liquid Peel 21 ingredients

Dermalogica Age Bright Clearing Serum 32 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Clear Start Breakout Clearing Liquid Peel

Water

Propanediol

Lactic Acid

Glycerin

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Sodium Hydroxide

Buffering

Salicylic Acid

Masking

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Emollient

Pentylene Glycol

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Xanthan Gum

Cellulose Gum

Phenethyl Alcohol

Azelaic Acid

Mandelic Acid

Calcium Sodium Borosilicate

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Silica

Abrasive

Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract

CI 77891

Sodium Carbonate

Sodium Chloride

Age Bright Clearing Serum

Water

Skin Conditioning

Niacinamide

Smoothing

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

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PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Emulsifying

Salicylic Acid

Masking

Lentinus Edodes Mycelium Extract

Skin Conditioning

Glyceryl Glucoside

Humectant

Salvia Sclarea Oil

Masking

Phytic Acid

Terpineol

Masking

Thymol

Antimicrobial

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Masking

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil

Masking

Lavandula Hybrida Oil

Emollient

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil

Masking

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Citrus Limon Peel

Polydextrose

Glycerin

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Dextrin

Absorbent

Amylopectin

Caprylyl Glycol

Ethylhexylglycerin

Xanthan Gum

Pentylene Glycol

Sodium Hydroxide

Isoamyl Laurate

Limonene

Linalool

Geraniol

Citronellol

Phenoxyethanol

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Glycerin

Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Glycerin 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.

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Pentylene Glycol

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.

The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.

This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.

Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.

Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.

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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.

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Sodium Hydroxide

Buffering

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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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.

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