ma:nyo Pure Aqua Peeling Gel Versus Anua Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel
Updated on April 07, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
ma:nyo Pure Aqua Peeling Gel 20 ingredients
Anua Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel 22 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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ma:nyo Pure Aqua Peeling Gel 20 ingredients
Anua Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingCellulose
AbsorbentQuaternium-60
Carbomer
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCoptis Japonica Rhizome Extract
AntimicrobialC12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingCitrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Abies Sibirica Oil
Masking
Grass-Hay Herb Oil
Perfuming
Disodium EDTA
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Cellulose, Quaternium-60, Carbomer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Allantoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Coptis Japonica Rhizome Extract, C12-14 Pareth-12, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Abies Sibirica Oil, Grass-Hay Herb Oil, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
MaskingCellulose
Absorbent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf/Stem Water
Antimicrobial
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Dextrin
AbsorbentGardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Theobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningBioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Dipropylene Glycol, Cellulose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf/Stem Water, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Allantoin, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Propanediol, Dextrin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Disodium EDTA, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Glycerin, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Bioflavonoids, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin
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 WaterDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolCellulose is the main component of plant cell walls. It is used as an emulsifier, absorbent, and texture enhancer.
This ingredient has many functions:
Fun fact: Cellulose is the most abundant form of organic polymer on Earth.
Learn more about Cellulose1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateAllantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.
Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinCaprylyl 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 GlycolDisodium 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 EDTAIngredient Ratings
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ma:nyo Pure Aqua Peeling Gel 20 ingredients
Anua Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel 22 ingredients
