Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder Versus Anua Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder
Updated on July 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder 20 ingredients
Anua Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder 30 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder 20 ingredients
Anua Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethylimidazolidinone Rice Starch
AbsorbentSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate
CleansingOryza Sativa Powder
Diglycerin
Humectant
Oryza Sativa Lees Extract
Skin ConditioningCalamine
AbsorbentTapioca Starch
Papain
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAlchemilla Vulgaris Extract
AstringentActinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientDimethylimidazolidinone Rice Starch, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate, Oryza Sativa Powder, Diglycerin, Oryza Sativa Lees Extract, Calamine, Tapioca Starch, Papain, Maltodextrin, Allantoin, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Water, Butylene Glycol, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Diglycerin
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Papain
Skin ConditioningCI 77004
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Water
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Powder
Oryza Sativa Lees Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Seed Protein
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Protease
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlucose
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Zea Mays Starch, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Diglycerin, Allantoin, Maltodextrin, Papain, CI 77004, Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Water, Oryza Sativa Powder, Oryza Sativa Lees Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Oryza Sativa Extract, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Oryza Sativa Seed Protein, Ceramide NP, Ascorbic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Protease, Caprylyl Glycol, Glucose, Glycerin, Tartaric Acid, Lactic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateSodium Lauroyl Glutamate is the sodium salt from the lauric acid of glutamic acid.
It is a surfactant and helps cleanse the skin. Surfactants gather oil, dirt, and other pollutants from your skin so they may be washed away easily.
Oryza Sativa Powder is created by grinding dried seeds of rice, Oryza Sativa.
It is used to add volume and increase the thickness of a product. This ingredient may also have mildly exfoliating properties.
Rice contains numerous antioxidants which may help with anti-aging, such as vitamin E.
Learn more about Oryza Sativa PowderDiglycerin is a humectant. It is derived from glycerin, which is naturally found in your skin.
As a humectant, it helps draw moisture to the skin from the air.
We don't have a description for Oryza Sativa Lees Extract yet.
Papain is an enzyme found naturally in the papaya plant's leaves, fruit, and roots. It has antimicrobial, soothing, and wound healing properties.
Glycine and Vitamin A are naturally found in papain.
While papain is often touted as skin-lightening, further studies are needed to prove this. However, papain has been shown to help soothe acne-inflammation.
Papain belongs to a class of enzymes called proteolytic enzymes. These enzymes break down peptides and amino acids.
Some studies found papain to be a potential skin sensitizer and allergen. Those with latex allergies might also be allergic to papaya.
Learn more about PapainMaltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
In food, Maltodextrin is used to improve the texture and thicken a product. Due to its structure, it can help create a gel texture. As an emulsion stabilizer, it helps keep the ingredients in a product together.
As a polysaccharide, Maltodextrin has moisturizing properties. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate. The top layer of skin uses polysaccharides to retain water, keeping the skin hydrated.
Maltodextrin is water soluble and has a sweet taste.
Learn more about MaltodextrinAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinWater. 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!
Learn more about WaterButylene 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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder 20 ingredients
Anua Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder 30 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder 20 ingredients
I like both physical and chemical exfoliants. I was using this before I knew I had fungal acne..So do NOT use it if you also have that. It will irritate your skin, causing raised bumps as well as more white heads. BUT I think this is a good option for those with normal acne and if you aren't allergic to pineapple. Theres plenty of product, it's gentle yet effective with exfoliating, theres also a Show more
Anua Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder 30 ingredients
U don’t know how much u need it untill u get it. Hydrates tightens brightens and helps with hyperpigmentation aswell
I cannot tell for sure, but I believe that this screwed up my skin barrier. No idea what in it could *do* this, but within days I was flaking everywhere and all my other products were burning my face. Big no for me. I've used other rice cleansers with no issues.
