Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Garnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea versus The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator .
Published on September 14, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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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
Garnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea 25 ingredients
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator 23 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Garnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea 25 ingredients
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Garnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea 25 ingredients
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator 23 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Propanediol • Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside • Carrageenan • Coco-Betaine • Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Argania Spinosa Shell Powder • Perlite • Xanthan Gum • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Parfum • Salicylic Acid • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Phytate • Linalool • Maltodextrin • Benzyl Salicylate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Dextrin • Alcohol • Propylene Glycol • Mentha Piperita Extract
Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Olea Europaea Seed Powder • Acrylates Copolymer • Lauryl Betaine • Glycerin • Propanediol • Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil • Pentylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Chloride • Parfum • Phenethyl Alcohol • Sodium Hydroxide • Propylene Glycol • Luffa Cylindrica Fruit • Glyceryl Caprylate • Fucus Vesiculosus Extract • Disodium EDTA • Linalool • Benzyl Salicylate • Benzyl Alcohol • Citric Acid
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 1.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 2.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 6.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 3.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 7.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 11.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 11.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. 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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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.
Learn more about ParfumGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 13.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 12.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 15.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 23.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 18.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 20.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 20.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 21.
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.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolGarnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea contains this as ingredient number 24.
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator contains this as ingredient number 15.
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Garnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea 25 ingredients
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator 23 ingredients
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Garnier SkinActive Exfoliating Face Scrub with Green Tea 25 ingredients
The Body Shop Seaweed Pore-Cleansing Exfoliator 23 ingredients
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