La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser - EU Versus Circadia Lipid Replacing Cleansing Gel
Updated on December 18, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser 15 ingredients
Circadia Lipid Replacing Cleansing Gel 19 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser 15 ingredients
Circadia Lipid Replacing Cleansing Gel 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingMalva Sylvestris Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPlukenetia Volubilis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Panthenol, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Allantoin, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Malva Sylvestris Leaf Extract, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Extract, Butylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Hexylene Glycol, Parfum
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 WaterChances 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 ChlorideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolIngredient Ratings
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La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser 15 ingredients
Circadia Lipid Replacing Cleansing Gel 19 ingredients
Reviews
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La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser 15 ingredients
Holy grail product for me.
Overall great cleanser, used for ~5 months now.
Pros: Has never left me feeling stripped, irritated, or excessively dry/flakey. No fragrance. Makes my skin feel clean and refreshed.
Notes: I haven't noticed anything particularly hydrating about this cleanser (however, no cleanser is going to hydrate like a moisturizer/serum/etc so I can 100% let that slide). It cannot effectively remove Show more
