Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil versus Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm .
Published on January 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Makeup Remover
Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.
Makeup Remover
Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil 31 ingredients
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
- Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
- Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
- Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
- Paraffinum Liquidum
- Ethylhexyl Stearate
- Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
- Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
- Cocos Nucifera Oil
- Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
- Peg-10 Isostearate
- Trihydroxystearin
- Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
- Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
- Ethyl Macadamiate
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil 31 ingredients
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil 31 ingredients
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Isopropyl Myristate • Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Water • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract • Amber Powder • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Corallina Officinalis Extract • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil • Houttuynia Cordata Extract • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Isopropyl Palmitate • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Ceramide NP • 1,2-Hexanediol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Limonene
Paraffinum Liquidum • Ethylhexyl Stearate • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Polyethylene • C13-15 Alkane • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Peg-10 Isostearate • Trihydroxystearin • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Water • Camellia Japonica Seed Oil • Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil • Ethyl Macadamiate • Glycerin • Tocopherol • Sodium PCA • Citric Acid • Lactic Acid • Tartaric Acid • Glycolic Acid • Malic Acid
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Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate comes from Isostearic Acid and glycerin.
It is an emollient, emulsifier, and gentle cleanser. As an emollient, it helps trap moisture to keep skin soft and hydrated. Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating.
This ingredient is common in oil-based products. This is because it helps oil-ingredients be easily washed away without leaving a residue.
Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Peg-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateDr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 3.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil comes from safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.
Safflower seed oil contains a high percentage of linoleic acid and oleic acid. It also contains Vitamin E. These three components are effective moisturizers.
Vitamin E helps nourish your skin's lipid barrier. It is also a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Thoughout history, safflower has been used for dying fabrics and in food as a saffron substitute.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed OilDr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 6.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 3.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterDr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 7.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 15.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil is oil from the peel of an orange fruit.
Limonene and linalool make up the majority of oils from citrus peels. Limonene has a "citrus" fragrance. Citrus peels also contain flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
Citrus peel is also a rich source of flavonoids. Flavonoids are natural antioxidants and help protect your skin against damage. Flavonoids are a group of compounds naturally found in vegetables and fruits.
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.
Learn more about Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilDr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 11.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 11.
This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.
Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.
It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.
Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.
Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilDr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 19.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 18.
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Moringa oleifera plant. It is more commonly known as Moringa seed oil.
Moringa seeds have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin hydrating properties. These seeds are rich in oils, proteins, monounsaturated fats, and tocopherols.
As an emollient, moringa seed oil helps trap moisture in the skin by creating a film on top. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Many compounds in moringa seed oil are antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. These compounds include Vitamin E. , catechins, ferulic acid, and more.
Another compound found in Moringa seed oil is oleic acid.
Moringa trees are native to the Himalayan mountains.
Learn more about Moringa Oleifera Seed OilDr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 20.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 20.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateDr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 25.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 13.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinDr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 27.
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm contains this as ingredient number 22.
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Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil 31 ingredients
Hanskin AHA Pore Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
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Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil 31 ingredients
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