Glo Skin Beauty Beta-Clarity Pro 5 Liquid Exfoliant Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Kojic Acid
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Phytic Acid
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Mirabilis Jalapa Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Water, Alcohol Denat., Mandelic Acid, Propanediol, Glycerin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Gluconolactone, Kojic Acid, Niacinamide, Polysorbate 20, Salicylic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Butylene Glycol, Bisabolol, Phytic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Gluconate, Xanthan Gum, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Mirabilis Jalapa Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Citric Acid
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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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolPolysorbate 20 is a gentle, water-soluble emulsifier and mild surfactant. It stops oil and water from separating to keep your formulas blended and stable.
It also acts as a mild penetration enhancer by helping active ingredients absorb slightly better.
The common safety discussion around this ingredient involves a manufacturing byproduct called 1,4-dioxane.
Trace amounts can form during production but the EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has concluded that levels at/below 10 ppm in finished products are safe (commercial products consistently fall within acceptable margins).
True allergic reactions are uncommon and the CIR Expert Panel has confirmed this ingredient to be safe as used in cosmetics.
Because it is derived from lauric acid, it may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
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 this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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