iUNIK Lime Moisture Mild Peeling Gel Versus Dr.G Crystal Deep Peeling
Updated on February 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe exfoliators. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
iUNIK Lime Moisture Mild Peeling Gel 29 ingredients
Dr.G Crystal Deep Peeling 34 ingredients
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iUNIK Lime Moisture Mild Peeling Gel 29 ingredients
Dr.G Crystal Deep Peeling 34 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Steartrimonium Methosulfate
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPerilla Frutescens Leaf Extract
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Steartrimonium Methosulfate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Isopropyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Alumina
Abrasive
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Fish Extract
Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingMagnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentStyrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Urea
Buffering
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRice Ferment Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Polyethylene, Alumina, Titanium Dioxide, Pentylene Glycol, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Fish Extract, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Urea, Caffeine, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Xanthan Gum, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Chloride, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rice Ferment Filtrate, Ceramide 3, Phenoxyethanol
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 WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract comes from lemons. While lemon extract is exfoliating and antimicrobial, it can also cause skin sensitivity.
Lemons contains antioxidants, which may help with anti-aging. They are also rich in citric acid, an AHA.
And of course, lemons are rich in Vitamin C. Vitamin C helps with skin-brightening and increasing collagen production.
The acidity of lemons may work as an astringent for acne.
However, lemons can also cause skin sensitivity due to its limonene content. It can also increase photosensitivity, or sensitivity to the sun.
This ingredient is also used to add a lemon scent to products.
Learn more about Citrus Limon Fruit ExtractEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinDipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizatePentylene 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 GlycolIngredient Ratings
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