Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta 2% BHA Breakout Solution

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta 2% BHA Breakout Solution Versus Youth To The People Kombucha + 11% AHA Exfoliation Toner with Lactic Acid

Facial Treatment

Toner

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Updated on April 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA

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 oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta 2% BHA Breakout Solution 39 ingredients

Youth To The People Kombucha + 11% AHA Exfoliation Toner with Lactic Acid 15 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta 2% BHA Breakout Solution 39 ingredients

Youth To The People Kombucha + 11% AHA Exfoliation Toner with Lactic Acid 15 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Alpha Beta 2% BHA Breakout Solution

Salicylic Acid 2%

Water

Alcohol Denat.

Propylene Glycol

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Gluconolactone

Skin Conditioning

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Skin Conditioning

Lactic Acid

Buffering

Pyruvic Acid

Masking

Phytic Acid

Azelaic Acid

Buffering

Salix Alba Bark Extract

Carnitine Hcl

Xylitol

Caprylic Acid

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Antimicrobial

Farnesol

Perfuming

Tetrahydrocurcumin

Antioxidant

Chlorhexidine Digluconate

Soy Isoflavones

Saccharide Isomerate

Zinc PCA

Sodium Hyaluronate

0 / 0 Hyaluronic Acid Icon

Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate

Emollient

Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate

Emollient

PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate

Emulsifying

Glyceryl Stearate

Emollient

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Hexylresorcinol

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Propanediol

C13-15 Alkane

Potassium Hydroxide

Stearic Acid

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Citric Acid

Buffering

Calcium Gluconate

Humectant

Sodium Citrate

Buffering

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Water

Phenoxyethanol

Sodium Benzoate

Potassium Sorbate

Kombucha + 11% AHA Exfoliation Toner with Lactic Acid

Water

Arginine

Lactic Acid

Glycolic Acid

Pentylene Glycol

Glycerin

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Betaine

Humectant

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative

Zingiber Officinale Water

Masking

Citrus Limon Fruit Water

Masking

Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment

Skin Conditioning

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

Pichia Ferment Lysate Filtrate

Humectant

Caramel

Cosmetic Colorant

Water, Arginine, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Zingiber Officinale Water, Citrus Limon Fruit Water, Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Pichia Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Caramel

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Lactic Acid

Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.

Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.

Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.

Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.

Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Lactic Acid

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.

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Water

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!

Learn more about Water