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L'Occitane Almond Shower Oil Versus CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser - UK

Body Wash
Face Cleanser
French Brand France
American Brand United States

Updated on July 08, 2025

Overview

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or silicones

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside

What's inside

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 develop a rash when using this ingredient.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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When to use

58 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
88% use every day
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1,272 Routines
46% use in am
54% use in pm
98% use every day
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Reviews

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Expensive 100% Hydrating 100% Works Well 100%
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Drying 28% Works Well 27% Great Value 26%