Ecological Formulas Melazepam Versus Control Corrective Skincare Systems 02 Med
Updated on February 21, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Ecological Formulas Melazepam 19 ingredients
Control Corrective Skincare Systems 02 Med 26 ingredients
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Ecological Formulas Melazepam 19 ingredients
Control Corrective Skincare Systems 02 Med 26 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAzelaic Acid
Buffering
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Petrolatum
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Polyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Carnitine
CleansingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Azelaic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Paraffinum Liquidum, Propylene Glycol, Petrolatum, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Carnitine, Benzyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydrogen Peroxide
AntimicrobialGlycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium PCA
HumectantRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGeranium Maculatum Extract
TonicJasminum Officinale Extract
Masking
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Hydrogen Peroxide, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Propylene Glycol, Sodium PCA, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Methylisothiazolinone, Polysorbate 20, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Xanthan Gum, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Jasminum Officinale Extract, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Disodium EDTA, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
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 WaterCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholCeteareth-20 is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It is derived from cetearyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol.
As an emulsifier, Ceteareth-20 prevents oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant. Surfactants help gather oil, pollution, and dirt to be washed away.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePeg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. On the other hand, emulsifiers help prevent oil and water from separating in a product.
PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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