Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser versus SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser .
Last updated on February 16, 2024. Published on October 11, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores 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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Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
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Ingredient Info
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser 32 ingredients
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser 25 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser 32 ingredients
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser 32 ingredients
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser 25 ingredients
Water • Propylene Glycol • Glycerin • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Coco-Betaine • Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate • Sodium Chloride • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer • Phenoxyethanol • Peg-100 Stearate • Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 • Glyceryl Stearate • Coconut Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate • Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer • Salicylic Acid • Chlorphenesin • Hydrogenated Coconut Acid • Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract • Polyquaternium-53 • Coco-Glucoside • Disodium EDTA • Lavandula Hybrida Oil • Sodium Isethionate • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Trideceth-6 • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil • Benzoic Acid • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide
Water • Glycolic Acid • Coco-Glucoside • Propylene Glycol • Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate • Glycerin • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Sodium Hydroxide • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Phytic Acid • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Dipropylene Glycol • Coconut Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Salicylic Acid • Chlorphenesin • Ethylhexylglycerin • Boswellia Serrata Gum • Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil • Citral • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Tocopherol
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 GlycerinKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 6.
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate isn't fungal acne safe.
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 4.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 12.
Coconut Acid isn't fungal acne safe.
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 13.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 15.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 17.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 18.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 17.
Coco-Glucoside is a surfactant, or a cleansing ingredient. It is made from glucose and coconut oil.
Surfactants help gather dirt, oil, and other pollutants from your skin to be rinsed away. Coco-Glucoside is considered gentle and non-comedogenic.
This ingredient is a known skin-irritant.
Learn more about Coco-GlucosideKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 22.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 31.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 22.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideKiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 32.
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 8.
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Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser 32 ingredients
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser 25 ingredients
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Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser 32 ingredients
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser 25 ingredients
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