Dr. S. Wong Bioderm Ointment Versus Quickfx Pimple Eraser
Updated on March 21, 2024
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Dr. S. Wong Bioderm Ointment 7 ingredients
Quickfx Pimple Eraser 16 ingredients
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Dr. S. Wong Bioderm Ointment 7 ingredients
Quickfx Pimple Eraser 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Salicylic Acid
Masking
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Zinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.
Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.
Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.
Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.
Learn more about Zinc OxideSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
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Dr. S. Wong Bioderm Ointment 7 ingredients
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Dr. S. Wong Bioderm Ointment 7 ingredients
Good! It dries up pimples and is also good for fungal acne
I used it as a spot treatment. It dries up pimples but leaves an oily residue both on the face and my pillow. I also don't like its weird scent. Still a great value for what it does.
Quickfx Pimple Eraser 16 ingredients
Does the job — lightens dark spots and dries down my acne with just 2-3 applications!
