La Mer The Resurfacing Treatment Versus Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Salicylic Acid
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What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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La Mer The Resurfacing Treatment 63 ingredients
Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Salicylic Acid 33 ingredients
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La Mer The Resurfacing Treatment 63 ingredients
Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis + Salicylic Acid 33 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Algae Extract
Emollient
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Medicago Sativa Seed Powder
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seedcake
Abrasive
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
Abrasive
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCopper Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCalcium Gluconate
HumectantMagnesium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningZinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Succinate
Antioxidant
Niacin
Smoothing
Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder
Skin ConditioningSigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningTrametes Versicolor Extract
Castanea Sativa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Extract
Skin ConditioningPisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningBambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingPrunus Mume Fruit Extract
HumectantLaminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingEugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract
AstringentThermus Thermophillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningCaffeine
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Camphor
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientPPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingPoloxamer 407
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlucosamine Hcl
Phytic Acid
Disodium EDTA
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Alcohol Denat., Yeast Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Glycolic Acid, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium Citrate, Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Algae Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Medicago Sativa Seed Powder, Helianthus Annuus Seedcake, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Sodium Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Calcium Gluconate, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Tocopheryl Succinate, Niacin, Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder, Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract, Trametes Versicolor Extract, Castanea Sativa Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Extract, Pisum Sativum Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Extract, Thermus Thermophillus Ferment, Caffeine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Camphor, Menthyl Lactate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lecithin, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Poloxamer 407, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Parfum, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Eugenol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Tartaric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Glucosamine Hcl, Phytic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Caramel, CI 14700
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPropylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientMethylpropanediol
SolventSalicylic Acid
Masking
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingSilica
Abrasive
Zinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Emulsifying
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPolyacrylamide
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Aminoethanesulfinic Acid
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingCarnosine
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Disodium Adenosine Triphosphate
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Anise Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Cinnamate
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Cinnamyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Isoeugenol
Perfuming
Water, Propanediol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Methylpropanediol, Salicylic Acid, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Silica, Zinc Gluconate, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Propolis Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyacrylamide, Jojoba Esters, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Aminoethanesulfinic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Propylene Glycol, Laureth-7, Carnosine, Tocopherol, Disodium Adenosine Triphosphate, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Anise Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Cinnamate, Benzyl Salicylate, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Eugenol, Isoeugenol
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 WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolZinc gluconate has antibacterial and wound healing properties. It is particularly effective against fighting inflammatory acne.
This ingredient is the zinc salt of the PHA gluconic acid. PHAs are gentle cousins to AHAs.
Laminaria Digitata Extract comes from the dark brown seaweed, Laminaria Digitata. It is a potent antioxidant, which also provides soothing and hydrating benefits.
Many studies show the antioxidant components of Laminaria Digitata to help with anti-inflammation.
This ingredient is rich in amino acids, proteins, sugars, and vitamins. Small amounts of minerals such as phosphorous, iron, potassium, and copper are also found the seaweed.
These components help hydrate and nourish your skin's natural barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier leads to more youthful looking skin and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Laminaria Digitata is found in the northern Atlantic Ocean.
What's the difference between algae and seaweed? Algae is a broad term that includes seaweed. Not all algae is seaweed.
Learn more about Laminaria Digitata ExtractSalicylic 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 AcidXanthan 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 GumBenzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateEugenol is naturally found in cloves, basil, and bay leaves. It is an aromatic oil used to add fragrance to a product. The scent of eugenol is described as "clove-like". Eugenol is a known EU allergen, meaning it causes contact allergies.
Studies show eugenol possesses antibacterial and antioxidant properties.
Besides cosmetics, eugenol is also added as a flavor in teas and cakes.
Learn more about EugenolSodium 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 HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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