InstaNatural Vitamin C Cleanser Versus La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Clarifying Micro-Peeling Gel Cleanser - Germany
Updated on October 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
InstaNatural Vitamin C Cleanser 36 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Clarifying Micro-Peeling Gel Cleanser 23 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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InstaNatural Vitamin C Cleanser 36 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Clarifying Micro-Peeling Gel Cleanser 23 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glucosyl Hesperidin
HumectantRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract
HumectantRosa Centifolia Flower Extract
AstringentCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice
EmollientSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Propanediol, Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Lactic Acid, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenethyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Coco-Betaine
CleansingPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingPEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Thiosulfate
Disodium EDTA
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningAcrylates Copolymer
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Coco-Betaine, Propanediol, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Ceramide NP, Niacinamide, 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine, Sodium Thiosulfate, Disodium EDTA, Capryloyl Glycine, Caprylyl Glycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Pentylene Glycol, Acrylates Copolymer, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum
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 GlycerinPentylene 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.Â
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 PropanediolWater. 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!
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InstaNatural Vitamin C Cleanser 36 ingredients
La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Clarifying Micro-Peeling Gel Cleanser 23 ingredients
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