FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream Versus Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream 26 ingredients
Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream 15 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream 26 ingredients
Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream 15 ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Cera
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-100 Stearate
Citrus Limon Peel
MaskingPEG-20 Stearate
Emulsifying
Bisabolol
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Methylcinnamic Aldehyde
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, Acer Saccharum Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Cera, Dimethicone, Ceteareth-20, Propylene Glycol, PEG-100 Stearate, Citrus Limon Peel, PEG-20 Stearate, Bisabolol, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limonene, Methylcinnamic Aldehyde, Linalool, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium 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 EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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