Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution Versus Dr.G Crystal Deep Peeling
Updated on June 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, scar healing 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
Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution 24 ingredients
Dr.G Crystal Deep Peeling 34 ingredients
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About this product
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Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution 24 ingredients
Dr.G Crystal Deep Peeling 34 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin
HumectantHydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol
Skin Conditioning3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Tachibana Peel Extract
HumectantPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingWater, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Potassium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Linalool, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Tachibana Peel Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
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 WaterPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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 GumDisodium 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 EDTAButylene 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.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution 24 ingredients
Dr.G Crystal Deep Peeling 34 ingredients
Reviews
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Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution 24 ingredients
Normally I avoid products with alcohol, but it’s not an issue with this one. It’s well formulated so that it’s balanced out with other more hydrating ingredients. It absorbed nearly immediately and doesn’t dry out the skin. The results aren’t massive. But I just love the apothecary aesthetic and it works about as well as any other dark spot corrector.
Works as said
I have dark skin and lots of PIH. It lightens them. You can see quicker results with new PIH spots. Holygrail in my routine
