Good Skin MD Gentle Cleanser Versus QV Gentle Wash
Overview
What they are
These products are both face cleansers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Good Skin MD Gentle Cleanser 8 ingredients
QV Gentle Wash 11 ingredients
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Good Skin MD Gentle Cleanser 8 ingredients
QV Gentle Wash 11 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It is a surfactant derived from sarcosine, and a common source is coconut oil. As a surfactant, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate helps lift dirts, oil, and other molecules to be washed away. In leave-on products, this ingredient is used as an emulsifier. Emulsifier help prevent ingredients such as oils and waters from separating.
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is also commonly found as a foaming agent in shampoo, toothpaste, and shaving foam. It is amphiphilic, meaning it loves both water and fats.
Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from the fatty acids of coconut oil. It is a surfactant and helps with cleansing the skin.
By binding to water and oil, it helps gently clean skin. It also helps the spreadability of the product.
Sodium cocoyl isethionate is also added to help create foam without drying the skin. However, this is depending on the amount of Sodium cocoyl isethionate.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateIngredient Ratings
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When to use
Good Skin MD Gentle Cleanser 8 ingredients
QV Gentle Wash 11 ingredients
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Reviews
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Good Skin MD Gentle Cleanser 8 ingredients
QV Gentle Wash 11 ingredients
Shayan
I double cleanse in the shower, and this wash is so gentle and hydrating with a beautiful foam. It doesn't irritate my dry, acne-prone skin and I...
I double cleanse in the shower, and this wash is so gentle and hydrating with a beautiful foam. It doesn't irritate my dry, acne-prone skin and I can use it as a facial cleanser if I have to. Plus it's $22 for 1.25L not on sale, so it's incredible value.