Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm Versus EltaMD, Inc Oil in Gel Cleanser
Updated on April 29, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, 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
EltaMD, Inc Oil in Gel Cleanser 20 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Dr. Althea Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm 14 ingredients
EltaMD, Inc Oil in Gel Cleanser 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Sucrose Palmitate
EmollientSucrose Laurate
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Water, Coconut Alkanes, Sucrose Palmitate, Sucrose Laurate, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract, Tocopherol, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract
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 TriglycerideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolWater. 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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