Kruidvat Derma Poriënzuiverende Reinigingsgel Versus Etos Cleansing Face Wash
Updated on August 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Kruidvat Derma Poriënzuiverende Reinigingsgel 23 ingredients
Etos Cleansing Face Wash 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Kruidvat Derma Poriënzuiverende Reinigingsgel 23 ingredients
Etos Cleansing Face Wash 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Glucoside
CleansingDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Inulin
Skin ConditioningGlucose
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingKaolin
Abrasive
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Cellulose
AbsorbentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingWater, Coco-Glucoside, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Isopentyldiol, Decyl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Cellulose Gum, Niacinamide, Saccharide Isomerate, Inulin, Glucose, Fructose, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Kaolin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Cellulose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Citrate
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Glucoside
CleansingBetaine
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPantolactone
Humectant
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCoco-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.
This ingredient is considered gentle and non-comedogenic. However, it may still be irritating for some.
Learn more about Coco-GlucosideGlycerin 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 GlycerinWater. 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 WaterXanthan 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 GumIngredient Ratings
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Etos Cleansing Face Wash 16 ingredients
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