Jane Scrivner Purifying Cleanser Versus Liz Earle Cleanse & Glow Transforming Gel Cleanser
Updated on January 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Jane Scrivner Purifying Cleanser 27 ingredients
Liz Earle Cleanse & Glow Transforming Gel Cleanser 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Jane Scrivner Purifying Cleanser 27 ingredients
Liz Earle Cleanse & Glow Transforming Gel Cleanser 20 ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningSucrose Laurate
Emollient
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientCetearyl Olivate
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed
Perfuming
Glyceryl Undecylenate
Emollient
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil Expressed
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Curcuma Longa Root Oil
Perfuming
Illicium Verum Fruit/Seed Oil
Masking
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Masking
Cistus Ladaniferus Oil
Emollient
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Jojoba Esters, Water, Sucrose Laurate, Sucrose Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sorbitan Olivate, Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil Expressed, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Curcuma Longa Root Oil, Illicium Verum Fruit/Seed Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Cistus Ladaniferus Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral, Citronellol
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningSafflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters
Cleansing
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientSucrose Laurate
Emollient
Sambucus Nigra Seed Oil
Butyrospermum Parkii Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Malpighia Glabra Fruit Juice
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Zymomonas Ferment Extract
HumectantMel
EmollientMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Water, Safflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters, Sucrose Stearate, Sucrose Laurate, Sambucus Nigra Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Malpighia Glabra Fruit Juice, Tocopherol, Zymomonas Ferment Extract, Mel, Maltodextrin, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral, Citronellol, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCitral is a fragrance and used to add a lemon-like scent to products. It is both naturally found in plants and created synthetically. In plants, it is commonly occurring in lemon myrtle, lemongrass, lemon tea-tree, lemon verbena, and other citruses.
The EU mandates Citral be listed separately as a fragrance. It is a known allergen and may cause contact dermatitis. Citral can also used as a masking ingredient.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
The term 'citral' is a collective term for two geometric isomers: geranial/Citral A and neral/Citral B.
Learn more about CitralCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolGlycerin 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 GlycerinLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolSucrose Laurate isn't fungal acne safe.
Sucrose Stearate is derived from stearic acid and sucrose (sugar). It is an emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it prevents oils and water from separating in a product. This property also makes it a surfactant and therefore a cleansing agent.
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!
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