Graydon Skincare Face Foam Versus Skinfix Barrier+ Foaming Oil Cleanser
Updated on June 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Graydon Skincare Face Foam 18 ingredients
Skinfix Barrier+ Foaming Oil Cleanser 33 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Graydon Skincare Face Foam 18 ingredients
Skinfix Barrier+ Foaming Oil Cleanser 33 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate
CleansingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingPolyglyceryl-10 Isostearate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantCoco-Glucoside
CleansingGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Arthrospira Platensis Extract
Antioxidant
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventAcetic Acid
BufferingBambusa Vulgaris Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Glycerin, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Azelaic Acid, Arthrospira Platensis Extract, Phenethyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Acetic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters
Skin Conditioning
Squalene
Emollient
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Phytosterols
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Propanediol
SolventHydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Chloride
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycol Distearate, Betaine, Panthenol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Gluconolactone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters, Squalene, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Phytosterols, Tocopherol, Propanediol, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Benzoic Acid, Phenethyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, T-Butyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycerinCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is an alkyl glucoside. This just means it is creating by reacting alcohol and sugar. It is a cleansing and foaming ingredient.
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside helps remove the dirt, oil, and other pollutants from your skin.
Phenethyl Alcohol is a colorless and aromatic alohol. It is naturally occuring in essential oils.
The scent of this ingredient is floral and often compared to rose.
Like other alcohols, this ingredient helps prevent the growth of bacteria. However, its main purpose is to impact a fragrance.
Learn more about Phenethyl AlcoholPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolIngredient Ratings
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Graydon Skincare Face Foam 18 ingredients
Skinfix Barrier+ Foaming Oil Cleanser 33 ingredients
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Graydon Skincare Face Foam 18 ingredients
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