Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser versus Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser .
Last updated on November 13, 2023. Published on May 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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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
IMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser 53 ingredients
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser 41 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Contains Fragrance
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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
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser 41 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
IMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser 53 ingredients
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser 41 ingredients
Water • Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate • Glycol Distearate • Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Acrylates Copolymer • Phenoxyethanol • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Limonene • Glycerin • Polyquaternium-10 • Sodium Chloride • Cetyl Alcohol • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Hydroxide • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hydrolyzed Ceratonia Siliqua Seed Extract • Saccharide Isomerate • Glyceryl Polymethacrylate • Hydrolyzed Rice Protein • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Butylene Glycol • Propylene Glycol • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Leontopodium Alpinum Extract • Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract • Steareth-20 • Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone • Sodium Lactate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Citric Acid • Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract • Sodium Citrate • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Potassium Sorbate • Carbomer • Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate • Glycine Soja Protein • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 • Superoxide Dismutase • Xanthan Gum • Benzyl Alcohol • Caprylyl Glycol • Polysorbate 20 • Lecithin • Dipeptide-2 • Sodium Dextran Sulfate • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 • Acetyl Octapeptide-3 • Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Water • Cyclopentasiloxane • Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone • Carbomer • Xanthan Gum • Benzyl Alcohol • Sodium Hydroxide • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Peg-8 • Sodium Gluconate • Allantoin • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Cetearyl Alcohol • Punica Granatum Extract • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Stearic Acid • Cetyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Dicaprylyl Ether • Squalane • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Polysorbate 60 • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil • Peg-150 Stearate • Polysorbate 80 • Ethylhexylglycerin • O-Cymen-5-Ol • Ceteareth-20 • Peg-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin • Peg-40 Stearate • Fructooligosaccharides • Glucosamine Hcl • Citric Acid
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
IMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 8.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 GlycerinIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 4.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 24.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 12.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
IMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 17.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 34.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 24.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 5.
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.
The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.
The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.
Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.
Learn more about Vitis Vinifera Seed ExtractIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 25.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 22.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 32.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 41.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
IMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 37.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 42.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 10.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholIMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 43.
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.
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IMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser 53 ingredients
Skin Script Pomegranate Antioxidant Cleanser 41 ingredients
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IMAGE skincare the MAX Facial Cleanser 53 ingredients
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