Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser versus Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser .
Published on July 11, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain PHA
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, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
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Ingredient Info
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser 24 ingredients
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser 17 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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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Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser 24 ingredients
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser 17 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser 24 ingredients
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser 17 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer • Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer • Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate • Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Sodium Cocoamphoacetate • Lauryl Glucoside • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Gluconolactone • Niacinamide • Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer • Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate • Sodium Benzoate • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Salicylic Acid • Yucca Schidigera Root Extract • Mentha Piperita Oil • Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil • Citrus Sinensis Peel Extract • Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Water • Glycerin • Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer • Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Sodium Cocoamphoacetate • Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein • Lauryl Glucoside • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate • Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer • Glucuronolactone • Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil • Santalum Album Oil • Gluconolactone • Sodium Benzoate
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 WaterGlo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser 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 GlycerinGlo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.
We don't have a description for Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 5.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 4.
We don't have a description for Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 6.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is a synthetic cleansing agent, though it is derived from coconut oil.
It is used to enhance the texture of products by boosting lather and thickening the texture. As a cleanser, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is mild.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Sodium Cocoamphoacetate.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 8.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 6.
Lauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.
Lauryl Glucoside makes it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other polluants away.
A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about Lauryl GlucosideGlo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate isn't fungal acne safe.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 10.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs have a larger structure than AHAs and BHAs and are more gentle. It is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This helps improve texture and brightens the skin.
Gluconolactone is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. However, we still recommend wearing SPF especially after using exfoliating ingredients.
Learn more about GluconolactoneGlo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.
We don't have a description for Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 13.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 12.
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a gentle cleanser and surfactant. It is the sodium salt of the Cocoyl Glutamic Acid and comes from coconut oil. As a surfactant, it helps lift dirt and oil to be washed away.
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate also has an emolliating effect and can help leave the skin feeling soft.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 10.
We don't have a description for Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 15.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateGlo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 17.
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is the volatile oil expressed from the peel of the Grapefruit, Citrus paradisi, Rutaceae.
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.
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 21.
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
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Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser 24 ingredients
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser 17 ingredients
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Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser 24 ingredients
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser 17 ingredients
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