Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser Versus Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser
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 anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
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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Ingredient Info
Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser 24 ingredients
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser 17 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Glo Skin Beauty Purifying Gel Cleanser 24 ingredients
Cosmedix Benefit Clean Gentle Cleanser 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer
CleansingPolyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer
Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate
CleansingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Yucca Schidigera Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Sinensis Peel Extract
Perfuming
Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil
Astringent
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
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
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer
CleansingSodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein
Skin ConditioningLauryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate
CleansingSodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
CleansingGlucuronolactone
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Santalum Album Oil
Masking
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
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 Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
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.
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
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 improves texture and brightens the skin.
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.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
Learn more about GluconolactoneGlycerin 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 GlycerinLauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.
This ingredient is a surfactant, making it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other pollutants away.
A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Other names for this ingredient include "Lauryl Polyglucose", "Lauryl glycoside", and "D-Glucopyranoside".
Learn more about Lauryl GlucosideSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateWe don't have a description for Sodium Coco-Glucoside Tartrate yet.
We don't have a description for Sodium Cocoamphoacetate yet.
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.
We don't have a description for Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein yet.
We don't have a description for Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer yet.
We don't have a description for Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer yet.
We don't have a description for Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate yet.
This gentle cleansing and foaming ingredient is known for leaving a smooth feeling in skin and hair. It is made using coconut oil.
According to the manufacturer, it is soluble in water and has resistance to hard water, acid, and alkali.
Due to its coconut base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateWater. 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!
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