Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Japanese Sake Skin Cleansing Gel Versus Kjaer Weis Cleanser
Updated on October 23, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both face cleansers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Japanese Sake Skin Cleansing Gel 21 ingredients
Kjaer Weis Cleanser 23 ingredients
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Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing Japanese Sake Skin Cleansing Gel 21 ingredients
Kjaer Weis Cleanser 23 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate
Rice Ferment Lees
HumectantGlutamic Acid
HumectantArginine
Masking
Leucine
Skin ConditioningPlacental Extract
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhizic Acid
HumectantSqualane
Emollient
Pseudozyma Epicola/Olive Fruit Oil Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate, Rice Ferment Lees, Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Leucine, Placental Extract, Arbutin, Glycyrrhizic Acid, Squalane, Pseudozyma Epicola/Olive Fruit Oil Ferment Filtrate, Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Parfum
Octyldodecanol
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Sucrose Laurate
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Oak Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sucrose Palmitate
EmollientParfum
Masking
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Gallic Acid
Antioxidant
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol, Glycerin, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Squalane, Coconut Alkanes, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Sucrose Laurate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Oak Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sucrose Palmitate, Parfum, Sucrose Stearate, Benzyl Alcohol, Gallic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate
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 WaterSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
Within a product, Caprylic Triglyceride can thicken the product and make spreadability easier by dissolving clumping compounds. An added benefit of Caprylic Triglyceride is its antioxidant properties.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Caprylic Triglyceride has not been found to be toxic for human use in concentrations under 50%.
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 TriglycerideParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
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