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Updated on September 11, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain BHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and reducing pores

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or silicones

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens and fragrances

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Apple Cider Detox Scrub

Water

Skin Conditioning

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient
2 / 1 Fatty Alcohol IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconBad for Acne Prone Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Oryza Sativa Powder

Brassicamidopropyl Dimethylamine

Skin Conditioning

Behentrimonium Chloride

Preservative
Preservative Icon

Brassica Alcohol

Emollient
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Cetyl Esters

Emollient
1 / 1 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Triheptanoin

Skin Conditioning

Zingiber Officinale Root Powder

Skin Conditioning

Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Vinegar

Piper Nigrum Fruit Powder

Skin Conditioning

Cetyl Alcohol

Emollient
2 / 2 Fatty Alcohol Icon

Brassicyl Valinate Esylate

Emollient

Jojoba Esters

Emollient
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate

Emollient

Glycerin

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Propanediol

Solvent

Trehalose

Humectant

Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract

Skin Protecting

Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax

Skin Conditioning
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil

Tonic
Oil Icon

Panthenol

Skin Conditioning
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract

Antimicrobial

Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Skin Conditioning

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract

Masking

Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract

Humectant

Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract

Cleansing
May cause irritation IconEU Allergen Icon

Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract

Emollient

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial

Leontopodium Alpinum Extract

Skin Conditioning

Piper Nigrum Seed Extract

Refreshing

Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract

Skin Protecting

Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract

Skin Conditioning

Helianthus Annuus Extract

Emollient

Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein

Skin Conditioning

Oryza Sativa Seed Protein

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Oryza Sativa Extract

Absorbent
Helps with Anti-Aging IconGood for Dark Spots IconGood for Scar Healing Icon

Oryza Sativa Bran Extract

Skin Conditioning
Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Skin Conditioning

Xylitol

Humectant

Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables

Emollient
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Arginine PCA

Humectant

Salicylic Acid

Masking
BHA IconPreservative IconGood for Oily Skin IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps fight Acne IconHelps brighten skin IconCan worsen Dry Skin IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Tocopherol

Antioxidant
0-3 / 0-3 Vitamin E IconAntioxidant IconHelps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconGood for Scar Healing Icon

Maltodextrin

Absorbent

Gluconolactone

Skin Conditioning
PHA IconGood for Skin Texture IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Galactaric Acid

Calcium Gluconate

Humectant

Polyglycerin-3

Humectant

Caprylyl Glucoside

Cleansing

Polysorbate 60

Emulsifying
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Octyldodecanol

Emollient

Sorbitan Oleate

Emulsifying
3 / 0 Bad for Acne Prone Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Ethyl Linoleate

Emollient
Fragrance IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Ethyl Oleate

Emollient
Fragrance IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Polyquaternium-37

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative
Preservative Icon

Sodium Benzoate

Masking
Preservative Icon

Sorbic Acid

Preservative
Preservative Icon

Benzoic Acid

Masking
Preservative IconMay worsen Eczema Icon

Sodium Phosphate

Buffering

Phytic Acid

AHA IconGood for Oily Skin IconHelps brighten skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Caprylic Acid

Cleansing
1 / 3

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Benzyl Alcohol

Perfuming
Alcohol IconFragrance IconPreservative IconCan worsen Dry Skin IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Chlorphenesin

Antimicrobial
Preservative Icon

Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative
Preservative Icon

Parfum

Masking
Fragrance IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Sodium Metabisulfite

Antioxidant
Antioxidant IconPreservative Icon

C13-16 Isoparaffin

Solvent
May worsen Oily Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Citric Acid

Buffering
AHA IconGood for Oily Skin IconGood for Skin Texture IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps brighten skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Potassium Hydroxide

Buffering

Limonene

Perfuming
Fragrance IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Linalool

Perfuming
Fragrance IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Citronellol

Perfuming
Fragrance IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen Icon

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Oryza Sativa Powder, Brassicamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Behentrimonium Chloride, Brassica Alcohol, Cetyl Esters, Triheptanoin, Zingiber Officinale Root Powder, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Vinegar, Piper Nigrum Fruit Powder, Cetyl Alcohol, Brassicyl Valinate Esylate, Jojoba Esters, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Trehalose, Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil, Panthenol, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Piper Nigrum Seed Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Oryza Sativa Seed Protein, Oryza Sativa Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Xylitol, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Arginine PCA, Salicylic Acid, Tocopherol, Maltodextrin, Gluconolactone, Galactaric Acid, Calcium Gluconate, Polyglycerin-3, Caprylyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 60, Octyldodecanol, Sorbitan Oleate, Ethyl Linoleate, Ethyl Oleate, Polyquaternium-37, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Phosphate, Phytic Acid, Caprylic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Sodium Metabisulfite, C13-16 Isoparaffin, Citric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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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Masking, Preservative, Skin Conditioning

Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.

This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.

Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.

Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.

It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.

In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.

While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.

If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.

Learn more about Salicylic Acid
Masking, Perfuming

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.

For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.

The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.

One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.

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.

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Buffering, Masking

Citric 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:

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Perfuming, Solvent

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".

Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.

When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.

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.

Learn more about Limonene
Perfuming

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.

This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.

Learn more about Linalool