Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Gentle Low pH Gel Cleanser Versus Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Gentle Milky Oil Cleanser & Makeup Remover
Updated on December 13, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Gentle Low pH Gel Cleanser 18 ingredients
Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Gentle Milky Oil Cleanser & Makeup Remover 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Gentle Low pH Gel Cleanser 18 ingredients
Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Gentle Milky Oil Cleanser & Makeup Remover 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Lactate
BufferingSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Picea Abies Extract
Skin ConditioningPEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLactic Acid
Buffering
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Olive Glycerides
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Gluconate, Propanediol, Picea Abies Extract, PEG-150 Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, Allantoin, Olive Glycerides, Ceramide NP, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-75 Stearate
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Olive Glycerides
Emulsifying
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Rosa Canina Bud Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-75 Stearate, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Olive Glycerides, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Ceramide NP, Propylene Glycol, Rosa Canina Bud Extract, Allantoin, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinCeramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
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.
Olive Glycerides isn't fungal acne safe.
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.
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!
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Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Gentle Low pH Gel Cleanser 18 ingredients
Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Gentle Milky Oil Cleanser & Makeup Remover 19 ingredients
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