Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil Versus MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Cleansing Oil
Updated on August 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe . 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 anti aging, dry skin and sensitive 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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Ingredient Info
Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil 33 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Cleansing Oil 62 ingredients
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Dr. Althea Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil 33 ingredients
MEDI-PEEL Red Lacto Collagen Cleansing Oil 62 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientAmber Powder
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Vigna Radiata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
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 Oil, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limonene
Glycine Soja Oil 80%
Emollient
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
AntimicrobialMentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Oryza Sativa Germ Oil
Emollient
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Cosmetic ColorantSchisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Xylitylglucoside
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantXylitol
HumectantDiospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCoffea Arabica Seed Extract
MaskingCarthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCastanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningGlucose
HumectantGlycine
Buffering
Serine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantAspartic Acid
MaskingLeucine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Tyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningValine
MaskingThreonine
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantOenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentHistidine
HumectantMethionine
Skin ConditioningCysteine
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil 80%, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract, Oryza Sativa Germ Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil, Water, Lactobacillus Ferment, Butylene Glycol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Glucose, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Valine, Threonine, Isoleucine, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Histidine, Methionine, Cysteine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Collagen
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideWater. 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 WaterCurcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.
Turmeric contains curcumin, an antioxidant. Antioxidants help neutralize unstable free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules may damage your skin's cells and DNA. Curcumin may help with anti-aging.
Curcumin also has anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe skin and reduce irritation. On top of that, curcumin has been shown to help prevent hyperpigmentation from sun damage.
The anti-microbial property of turmeric can make it effective in treating acne. This property has also been shown to help regulate the production of sebum.
Learn more about Curcuma Longa Root ExtractThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, 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 strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilTocopheryl 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 AcetateButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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.
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