Earth Rhythm Phyto Clear Foaming Cleanser Versus Tula Skincare Keep It Clear Acne Foam Cleanser
Updated on August 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
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 and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Earth Rhythm Phyto Clear Foaming Cleanser 13 ingredients
Tula Skincare Keep It Clear Acne Foam Cleanser 28 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Earth Rhythm Phyto Clear Foaming Cleanser 13 ingredients
Tula Skincare Keep It Clear Acne Foam Cleanser 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingDisodium 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingLactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Morinda Citrifolia Extract
AstringentGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Hydrolyzed Algin
Glycerin
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Chloride
Masking
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Glycolate
BufferingTrisodium Dicarboxymethyl Alaninate
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Salicylic Acid 2%, Water, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Azelaic Acid, Morinda Citrifolia Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Lactic Acid, Hydrolyzed Algin, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Phospholipids, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Glycolate, Trisodium Dicarboxymethyl Alaninate, Butylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractWe don't have a description for Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate yet.
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.
Salicylic 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.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidPhenoxyethanol 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.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Earth Rhythm Phyto Clear Foaming Cleanser 13 ingredients
Tula Skincare Keep It Clear Acne Foam Cleanser 28 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Earth Rhythm Phyto Clear Foaming Cleanser 13 ingredients
Tula Skincare Keep It Clear Acne Foam Cleanser 28 ingredients
This Stuff Works
This stuff genuinely works. A little goes a long way, and if you use too much you’ll know it due to the drying ingredients within this cleanser. My only takeaway from this cleanser is that I personally needed to find a better moisturizer for after cleansing. I used Clinique Moisture Surge and it wasn’t enough after using this cleanser. But seriously, my hormonal acne reacted very Show more
