Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap versus Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash .
Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on September 12, 2022
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe body washes. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Mario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap 21 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash 23 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Mario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap 21 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Mario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap 21 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash 23 ingredients
Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Sodium Chloride • Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract • Tilia Cordata Flower Extract • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Panthenyl Hydroxypropyl Steardimonium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Parfum • Benzyl Alcohol • Citronellol • Geraniol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Linalool • CI 19140 • CI 15985 • CI 16035
Water • Sodium Cocoyl Methyl Isethionate • Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Gluconolactone • Glycerin • Colloidal Silver • Malachite Extract • Copper Tripeptide-1 • Sorbitol • Zinc PCA • Pumice • Polyquaternium-10 • Polyquaternium-80 • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Chloride • Didecyldimonium Chloride • Methylpropanediol • Parfum • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Linalool
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap contains this as ingredient number 1.
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinMario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap contains this as ingredient number 3.
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 ChlorideMario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap contains this as ingredient number 5.
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash contains this as ingredient number 17.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumMario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap contains this as ingredient number 12.
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash contains this as ingredient number 20.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalMario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap contains this as ingredient number 16.
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash contains this as ingredient number 21.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneMario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap contains this as ingredient number 17.
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash contains this as ingredient number 22.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolMario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap contains this as ingredient number 18.
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash contains this as ingredient number 23.
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Mario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap 21 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash 23 ingredients
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Mario Badescu Acne A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap 21 ingredients
Hero Cosmetics Brave Body Power Wash 23 ingredients
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