Etat Pur Gentle Cleansing Foam Versus Caudalie Instant Foaming Cleanser
Updated on April 08, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Etat Pur Gentle Cleansing Foam 18 ingredients
Caudalie Instant Foaming Cleanser 20 ingredients
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Etat Pur Gentle Cleansing Foam 18 ingredients
Caudalie Instant Foaming Cleanser 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingCapryloyl Glycine
CleansingCoco-Betaine
CleansingLactic Acid
Buffering
Zinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Carnosine
Skin ConditioningDisodium Adenosine Triphosphate
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate
Emollient
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Capryloyl Glycine, Coco-Betaine, Lactic Acid, Zinc Gluconate, Propanediol, Potassium Sorbate, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Carnosine, Disodium Adenosine Triphosphate, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Coco-Betaine
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingCitronellol
Perfuming
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Betaine, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Phytate, Butylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Linalool, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Citronellol, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Parfum
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 WaterSodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a gentle cleanser and surfactant. It is the sodium salt of the Cocoyl Glutamic Acid and comes from coconut oil. As a surfactant, it helps lift dirt and oil to be washed away.
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate also has an emolliating effect and can help leave the skin feeling soft.
Coco-Betaine is the natural version of Cocamidopropyl Betaine. It is often derived from coconuts.
Coco-Betaine is a surfactant, meaning it helps remove dirt and oil from the skin.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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Etat Pur Gentle Cleansing Foam 18 ingredients
Caudalie Instant Foaming Cleanser 20 ingredients
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