Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser versus Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam .
Last updated on December 10, 2023. Published on March 02, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and exfoliants
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 parabens, silicones or sulfates
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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 Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser 20 ingredients
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam 27 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
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
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser 20 ingredients
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam 27 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser 20 ingredients
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam 27 ingredients
Water • Kaolin • Glycerin • Alcohol Denat. • Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate • Coco-Betaine • Acrylates Copolymer • Sodium Chloride • CI 77891 • Solum Diatomeae • Phenoxyethanol • Peg-14m • Glycol Distearate • Sodium Benzoate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Salicylic Acid • Avena Sativa Kernel Flour • Tocopherol • Sodium Hydroxide • Allantoin
Water • Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate • Coco-Betaine • Glycerin • Acrylates Copolymer • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Hydroxyacetophenone • Butylene Glycol • CI 77891 • Sodium Hydroxide • Salicylic Acid • Aluminum Hydroxide • Citrus Junos Fruit Extract • Silica • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Lavandula Hybrida Oil • Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil • Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil • Zingiber Officinale Root Oil • Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil • Mentha Piperita Oil • Parfum • Ceramide AP
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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 Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 4.
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate is a cleansing agent. It can be naturally derived or synthetically-created.
As a surfactant, it helps clean your skin by gathering dirt, oil, and other pollutants to be rinsed away more easily.
Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 5.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 2.
Coco-Betaine is the natural version of Cocamidopropyl Betaine. It is often derived from coconuts.
Coco-Betaine is a surfactant, meaning it helps remove dirt and oil from the skin.
Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 6.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 3.
Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.
After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.
It is also used to make a product more thick.
Learn more about Acrylates CopolymerKiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 8.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 6.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam 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 Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 7.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateKiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 19.
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 12.
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Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser 20 ingredients
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam 27 ingredients
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Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser 20 ingredients
Shu Uemura Botanicoil Gentle Amino Cleansing Foam 27 ingredients
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