Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam versus Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash .
Last updated on February 01, 2024. Published on March 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
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Ingredient Info
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam 36 ingredients
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash 33 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam 36 ingredients
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash 33 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam 36 ingredients
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash 33 ingredients
Water • Coco-Betaine • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Polysorbate 20 • Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate • Sodium Chloride • Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Inulin • Citric Acid • Parfum • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Peg-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate • Propylene Glycol • Limonene • Potassium Sorbate • Disodium EDTA • Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate • Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide • Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil • Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment • Agave Americana Leaf Extract • Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract • Lavandula Hybrida Grosso Herb Oil • Linalool • Sodium Mangoamphoacetate • Geraniol • Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Oil • Butylene Glycol • Citral • Phenoxyethanol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Glycerin • Benzyl Alcohol • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Centella Asiatica Extract • Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Water • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Glycerin • Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate • Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate • Sodium Chloride • Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate • Polysorbate 20 • Sorbitan Sesquicaprylate • Phenoxyethanol • Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer • Parfum • Calcium Caseinate • Sodium Sulfate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids • Sodium PCA • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Quercus Robur Bark Extract • Mentha Piperita Oil • Caramel • Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil • Tropolone • Tetrasodium EDTA • Sodium Benzoate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol • Potassium Sorbate
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterElemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 1.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine. Dimethylaminopropylamine is a diamine, an amine with two amino groups.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineElemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 3.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 2.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 4.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 8.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideElemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 6.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 6.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumElemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 10.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 12.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateElemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 11.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 30.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateElemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 15.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 33.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAElemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 16.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 20.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 30.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 10.
1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.
In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.
Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 31.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 15.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinElemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 32.
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash contains this as ingredient number 3.
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Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing Foam 36 ingredients
Elemis Deep Cleanse Facial Wash 33 ingredients
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