Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm Versus APRILSKIN Skin Pink Aloe Pack Cleanser
Updated on April 29, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 14 ingredients
APRILSKIN Skin Pink Aloe Pack Cleanser 48 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 14 ingredients
APRILSKIN Skin Pink Aloe Pack Cleanser 48 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Coconut Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Cellulose
AbsorbentSodium Isethionate
CleansingParfum
Masking
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Powder
Glycine Soja Seed Powder
Abrasive
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Coptis Japonica Extract
AntimicrobialDextrin
AbsorbentGardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCoco-Betaine
CleansingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil
Astringent
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Masking
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
Astringent
Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTrisodium Phosphate
BufferingPotassium Benzoate
Preservative
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Farnesol
Perfuming
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin, Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Coconut Acid, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Cellulose, Sodium Isethionate, Parfum, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Powder, Glycine Soja Seed Powder, Cetearyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Glyceryl Stearate, Betaine, Allantoin, Butylene Glycol, Coptis Japonica Extract, Dextrin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Coco-Betaine, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Limonene, Sodium Chloride, Linalool, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract, Citral, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Citrate, Trisodium Phosphate, Potassium Benzoate, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Citronellol, Geraniol, Farnesol, Pentylene Glycol, Madecassoside, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractMadecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.
One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.
Learn more about MadecassosideWater. 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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Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 14 ingredients
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