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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry versus Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily .

Published on July 11, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both face cleansers. They have a total of 30 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and niacinamide

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or silicones

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and sulfates

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Face Cleanser

Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).

Face Cleanser

Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (3)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

Learn more about Niacinamide

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 1.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium 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 EDTA

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 2.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Lactose.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 3.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Loved

Resveratrol is a famous emerging antioxidant. It is a good alternative for sensitive skin types who cannot tolerate retinoids.

This antioxidant is most famous for it's anti-aging benefits. Studies show it combats the signs of aging by:

Besides anti-aging, this ingredient also helps with skin brightening and soothing.

The most effective forms of resveratrol are isobutyrate and butyrate. These have the strongest effect on increasing A1 collagen and reducing inflammation.

A note on it being a retinoid alternative: Despite it's amazing skin benefits, it is not a replacement for retinoids. However, it is recommended for people with sensitive skin or intolerance to retinoids.

Resveratrol is naturally found in grapes, peanuts, and berries.

Learn more about Resveratrol

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 4.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does:

We don't have a description for Magnesium Nitrate.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 5.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Magnesium Chloride.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 7.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 30.

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Methylenedioxyphenyl Methylpropanal is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 8.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Loved

Cellulose 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 Cellulose

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 12.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Chloride

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 15.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does: Masking, Tonic

We don't have a description for Ethylene Brassylate.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 17.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Ethyl Linalool is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 18.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 21.

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We don't have a description for Isobutyl Methyl Tetrahydropyranol.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 20.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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 Water

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 21.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 1.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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 Glycerin

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 23.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 25.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

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 Propanediol

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 26.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 4.

Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide isn't fungal acne safe.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 27.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Emulsion Stabilising

This ingredient is a semi-synthetic polymer created from cellulose. In case you need a refresher, cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls.

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose has many uses:

  • emulsifier
  • create a gel-like texture
  • boost foam

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 28.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 29.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Masking

We don't have a description for Phenylisohexanol.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 33.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.

As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Citric Acid

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 34.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.

After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.

It is also used to make a product more thick.

Learn more about Acrylates Copolymer

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 35.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.

Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.

If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.

Learn more about Talc

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 38.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 34.

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What it does: Cleansing
Community Rating: Disliked

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine. Dimethylaminopropylamine is a diamine, an amine with two amino groups.

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.

Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.

While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.

Learn more about Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 41.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

MCI is a preservative and known skin-irritant. It has anti-bacteria anti-fungal properties.

Studies spanning several decades have shown this ingredient to cause skin irritation and allergies.

MCI is commonly combined with methylisothiazolinone (MI). Other names for this mixture include Kathon CG and Euxyl K 100.

The use of this ingredient varies around the world:

Learn more about Methylchloroisothiazolinone

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 42.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

MI is a preservative and known skin irritant. In the past, MI was used for its ability to prevent bacteria, yeast, and fungi growth in low doses.

Nowadays, you'll most likely see MI combined with Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI). Trade names for this combination include Kathon CG or Euxyl K 100.

Since then, numerous studies have shown this ingredient to cause contact dermatitis, or skin irritation.

The use of this ingredient varies around the world:

Learn more about Methylisothiazolinone

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 43.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Mixed

Ultramarines are a group of synthetic pigments. They can be either blue, green, pink, red, or violet.

Mineral sources are often used to create ultramarines. The FDA regulates this ingredient due to it potentially containing (trace) amounts of heavy metals.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 44.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate is a preservative.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 46.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Masking

We don't have a description for Methyldihydrojasmonate.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 47.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Trimethylbenzenepropanol is a fragrance.

Mary Kay TimeWise® Age Minimize 3D® 4-in-1 Cleanser - Normal/Dry contains this as ingredient number 49.

Mary Kay TimeWise Age Minimize 3D 4-in-1 Cleanser - Combination/Oily contains this as ingredient number 26.

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15% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
35% have no rating yet
19% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
42% have no rating yet

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