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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream versus Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream .

Published on March 11, 2024

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 and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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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.

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

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Ingredient Info

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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream 26 ingredients

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream 15 ingredients

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

At a glance

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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream 26 ingredients

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream 15 ingredients

Benefits

Hydrating
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Exfoliators
Benzoyl Peroxide

Benefits

Hydrating
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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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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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.

2
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin 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.

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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 8.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.

4
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylene 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 deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.

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

Xanthan 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.

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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 15.

6
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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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream contains this as ingredient number 25.

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

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

FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream 26 ingredients

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream 15 ingredients

31% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet
13% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
60% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

Usage

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FROIKA Hyaluronic AHA-14 Cream 26 ingredients

Oxy Acne Vanishing Cream 15 ingredients

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