innisfree Volcanic Clusters Pore Clearing Facial Foam Versus Dr. Brandt Skincare Pores No More® Vacuum Cleaner
Updated on August 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
innisfree Volcanic Clusters Pore Clearing Facial Foam 25 ingredients
Dr. Brandt Skincare Pores No More® Vacuum Cleaner 28 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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innisfree Volcanic Clusters Pore Clearing Facial Foam 25 ingredients
Dr. Brandt Skincare Pores No More® Vacuum Cleaner 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
PEG-32
HumectantPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentPolyquaternium-7
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Mannitol
Humectant
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentDisodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Volcanic Ash
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Water, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Stearic Acid, PEG-32, Potassium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Lauric Acid, Hydrated Silica, Lauryl Glucoside, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Parfum, Zea Mays Starch, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium Chloride, Mannitol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Volcanic Ash, Silica, Lactic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Mannitol
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCellulose
AbsorbentLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Menthone Glycerin Acetal
RefreshingEnantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Glycerin
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Oleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningAcrylates Copolymer
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingIris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
MaskingCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Silica, Butylene Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol, Mannitol, Alcohol Denat., Xanthan Gum, Cellulose, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Glycolic Acid, Menthone Glycerin Acetal, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Oleanolic Acid, Acrylates Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, CI 77007, CI 77891, CI 77120
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinButylene 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 GlycolMannitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a humectant and moisturizes the skin. In vitro (not tested on a living organism), mannitol displays antioxidant properties.
When found in aqueous solutions, mannitol tends to become acidic. This is because it loses a hydrogen ion. This is why mannitol can often be found with pH adjusting ingredients, such as sodium bicarbonate.
Fun fact: Mannitol can be found in foods as a sweetener. It can be naturally found in mushrooms, algae, fruits, and veggies.
Learn more about MannitolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASodium 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 BenzoateSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaIngredient Ratings
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innisfree Volcanic Clusters Pore Clearing Facial Foam 25 ingredients
Dr. Brandt Skincare Pores No More® Vacuum Cleaner 28 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
innisfree Volcanic Clusters Pore Clearing Facial Foam 25 ingredients
Good simple gentle cleanser for daily use. Drying unless followed up with a good moisturizer. I don't love salicylic acid on my skin so not my ideal cleanser.
I like using it when I’m feeling in need of deeper cleanse. Too drying for everyday use.
