Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel versus SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel .
Last updated on February 16, 2024. Published on August 26, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, fragrances, oils, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and 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
L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel 19 ingredients
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel 16 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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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 🎉
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 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
Ingredients in this product that are types of sulfate:
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
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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L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel 19 ingredients
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel 16 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel 19 ingredients
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel 16 ingredients
Coco-Betaine • Propylene Glycol • Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate • Sorbitol • Glycerin • Glycolic Acid • Triethanolamine • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Sodium Chloride • Disteareth-100 Ipdi • Salicylic Acid • Capryloyl Salicylic Acid • Menthol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Disodium EDTA • Steareth-100 • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate
Water • Coco-Betaine • Propylene Glycol • Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate • Sorbitol • Glycerin • Glycolic Acid • Triethanolamine • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Sodium Chloride • Disteareth-100 Ipdi • Salicylic Acid • Capryloyl Salicylic Acid • Menthol • Disodium EDTA • Steareth-100
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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.
L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 GlycolL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 2.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 3.
Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate is used to improve texture and stability of a product. It is sugar based and helps thicken a product.
Once applied, it also creates a thin film to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
This ingredient is the polyethylene glycol ether of the diester of oleic acid and methylglucose. The 120 represents an average of 120 moles of ethylene oxide.
There is limited research on this ingredient, although it is considered safe to use in skincare products.
Learn more about Peg-120 Methyl Glucose DioleateL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 3.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 4.
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a hydrating and moisturizing agent created from the reduction process of glucose.
Most sorbitol is usually made from potato starch. It is also found in fruits such as apples and pears.
As a humectant, Sorbitol helps draw water to the skin. This helps keep the skin hydrated. Sorbitol also helps create a thicker texture in products. You might find sorbitol in your toothpaste and other gels.
It is a non-irritating ingredient that is great for those with dry skin.
Sorbitol is a prebiotic. It helps promote the growth of healthy bacteria on your skin. The bacteria on your skin form a microbiome. This microbiome helps protect your skin from infection and harmful bacteria.
Learn more about SorbitolL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 4.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 GlycerinL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 5.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 6.
Glycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with research to back up its benefits. Its main role is to peel the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Glycolic Acid has shown to boost collage production, a protein that helps skin stay firm. Overall, Glycolic Acid helps with improving uneven tone, rough patches of skin, fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage. It also increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When applying Glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging. The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 6.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 7.
Triethanolamine is an emulsifier and pH adjuster. It is created using ethylene oxide and ammonia. This gives Triethanolamine a nitrogen core and a similar scent to ammonia.
As an emulsifier, it prevents ingredients from separating and enhances texture by adding volume to a product.
PH adjusters are common in cosmetic products. The pH of a product can affect the effectiveness of other ingredients. A product with a high pH may also irritate the skin.
Learn more about TriethanolamineL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 7.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 8.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 ChlorideL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 9.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 10.
We don't have a description for Disteareth-100 Ipdi.
L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 10.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 11.
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 AcidL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 11.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 12.
We don't have a description for Capryloyl Salicylic Acid.
L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 12.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 13.
Menthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 13.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 14.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAL'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 15.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 15.
Steareth-100 is an ether of stearyl alcohol . It is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.
The 100 stands for the average number of ethylene oxide units.
L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 16.
SkinCeuticals LHA Cleanser Gel contains this as ingredient number 16.
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L'Oreal Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid Cleansing Gel 19 ingredients
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