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Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant Versus ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Polish

Exfoliator
Exfoliator
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on August 12, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

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 or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Daily Superfoliant

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Abrasive, Buffering, Skin Protecting

Sodium Bicarbonate has a more famous name: Baking soda.

In cosmetics, it is used to adjust the acidity. Due to its white crystalline solid form, it can also be an abrasive (exfoliator).

This ingredient is water-soluble.

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Absorbent, Buffering

We don't have a description for Magnesium Oxide yet.

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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Perfuming, Solvent

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".

Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.

When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.

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.

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Perfuming

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.

This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.

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When to use

58 Routines
40% use in am
60% use in pm
64% use every day
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132 Routines
37% use in am
63% use in pm
55% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant 41 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
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KatBooy_516

2 years ago
Review

Gentle but thorough - leaves skin fresh and ready for serums and creams. Suitable for daily use for normal skin and every second day for sensitive types.

ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Polish 27 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 4 ratings
Expensive (3) Works Well (3) Light Scent (1)
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Michelle MaBelle

9 months ago
Review

TL;DR: Worth the $$$! Makes your skin glow!

I got this product on a whim from a med spa a handful of years ago, and while I haven’t purchased it since because it makes my wallet way too light (💸), oh my god; it really is worth its weight in gold! It is by far the gentlest scrub and leaves my skin feeling so smooth and soft without irritation. I’m not sure if I’d pair it with my acne treatment Show more

#expensive
#works well
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Aurora F.

11 months ago
Review

Worth the splurge $$! I only use it 2-3 times a week. Help with my skins texture.

#expensive
#light scent
#works well