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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel versus Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel .

Published on December 29, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging and dry skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

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Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
ph level
3

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.

Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Loved

Cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls. It is used as an emulsifier, absorbent, and texture enhancer.

This ingredient has many functions:

Fun fact: Cellulose is the most abundant form of organic polymer on Earth.

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Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 2.

Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Collagen is the most abundant type of structural protein found in your body. In your skin, it is responsible for keeping it firm and youthful.

Hydrolyzed Collagen means it has been broken down into smaller particles. This helps the body process hydrolyzed collagen better.

Your body uses collagen for a variety of tasks. These tasks include repairing and maintaning tissues, helping cells communicate, and helping your body’s immune system respond to attacks.

Collagen is comprised mostly of glycine, proline, and hydroxypoline. These are amino acids.

Collagen can be used in the morning or night. It will not increase sun sensitivity, but you should always wear sunscreen during the day.

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Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 5.

Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 19.

4
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

We don't have a description for Honey Extract.

Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 6.

Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 14.

5
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Community Rating: Disliked

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.

Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 11.

Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 8.

6
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.

It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.

Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.

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Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 15.

Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 9.

7
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 17.

Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 28.

8
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 19.

Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel contains this as ingredient number 27.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

38% are loved or liked
19% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet
54% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
23% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Esfolio Collagen Peeling Gel 21 ingredients

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Secret Key Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel 26 ingredients

3.7 /5
from 3 ratings
Great Value (1) Works Well (1)
AYO1969's avatar

AYO1969

1 year ago · Dry Skin
Review

not sure it really works
the skin does feel fresh and clean afterwards, but it dried my skin very much.. im not really sure its a legit exfoliator....

not sure it really works
the skin does feel fresh and clean afterwards, but it dried my skin very much.. im not really sure its a legit exfoliator. a lot of sketchy ingerdients...

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apamee

1 month ago · Unsure Skin
Review

i really like this peeling. it's gentle but shill does the job. ideal if you have sensitive skin imo

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