M-61 Perfect Cleanse Versus Dr. Barbara Sturm The Cleanser
Updated on March 08, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens
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Ingredient Info
M-61 Perfect Cleanse 16 ingredients
Dr. Barbara Sturm The Cleanser 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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M-61 Perfect Cleanse 16 ingredients
Dr. Barbara Sturm The Cleanser 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningLauryl Glucoside
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Disteareth-75 Ipdi
Disodium Lauriminodipropionate
CleansingTocopheryl Phosphate
CleansingLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentDisodium EDTA
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingGlycereth-7 Caprylate/Caprate
EmulsifyingWater, Lauryl Glucoside, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Polysorbate 80, Disteareth-75 Ipdi, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate, Tocopheryl Phosphate, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Disodium EDTA, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycereth-7 Caprylate/Caprate
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate
CleansingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Urea
Buffering
Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pantolactone
Humectant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Lauryl Glucoside, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate, Panthenol, Urea, Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Salicylic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tocopherol, Pantolactone, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycerinLauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.
This ingredient is a surfactant, making it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other pollutants away.
A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Other names for this ingredient include "Lauryl Polyglucose", "Lauryl glycoside", and "D-Glucopyranoside".
Learn more about Lauryl GlucosideSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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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M-61 Perfect Cleanse 16 ingredients
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