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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam versus MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam .

Published on March 15, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 31 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Makeup Remover South Korean Brand South Korea
Makeup Remover South Korean Brand South Korea

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Price

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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Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Niacinamide
Ceramides

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (9)
Reduces Irritation (7)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (3)
Anti-Aging (5)
Dark Spots (4)
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (5)

Concerns

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

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Glycerin • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Potassium Cocoate • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Peg-6 Caprylate/Caprate • Acrylates Copolymer • Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate • Propylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate • Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids • Erythritol • Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate • Butylene Glycol • Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract • Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract • Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract • Lauryl Glucoside • Stearic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Hexylene Glycol • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tetrasodium EDTA • Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract • Panthenol • Disodium EDTA • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract • Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract • Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Citrus Grandis Seed Extract • Camellia Oleifera Seed Extract • Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Ozonized Macadamia Seed Oil • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Houttuynia Cordata Extract • Corylus Avellana Seed Oil • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract • Parfum • Limonene

Water • Glycerin • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides • Potassium Cocoate • Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate • Acrylates Copolymer • Propylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Sodium Chloride • Parfum • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate • Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids • Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Oat Protein • Stearic Acid • Caprylyl Glycol • Erythritol • Butylene Glycol • Hexylene Glycol • Panthenol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment • Tetrasodium Etidronate • Tetrasodium EDTA • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Lactobacillus Ferment Filtrate • Disodium EDTA • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Lactobacillus/Milk Ferment Filtrate • Centella Asiatica Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ficus Carica Fruit Extract • Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract • Calendula Officinalis Flower Oil • Rosa Damascena Flower Oil • Babassuamidopropyl Betaine • Ceramide NP • Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil • Dipropylene Glycol • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate • Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate • Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside • Decyl Glucoside • Lauryl Glucoside • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Coco-Glucoside • Phytosphingosine • Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate • Asiaticoside • Ribes Nigrum Seed Oil • Lauryl Hydroxysultaine • Coco-Betaine • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate • Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate • Madecassic Acid • Asiatic Acid • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Olea Europaea Leaf Extract • Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract • Glyceryl Laurate • Coconut Acid • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract • Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract • Glyceryl Caprylate • Tocopherol • Sodium Isethionate • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Prunella Vulgaris Extract • Fucus Vesiculosus Extract • Glycolipids • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract • Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract • Niacinamide • Sodium Surfactin • Glyceryl Linolenate • Glyceryl Arachidonate • Pyridoxine • Thiamine Hcl • Biotin • Retinyl Palmitate • Folic Acid • Centella Asiatica Oil • Histidine • Isoleucine • Valine • Serine • Aspartic Acid • Proline • Arginine • Ornithine • Taurine • Leucine • Glutamic Acid • Glycine • Methionine • Phenylalanine • Alanine • Cyanocobalamin • Menadione

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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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

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 1.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam 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

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 2.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 2.

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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

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 3.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This ingredient is the potassium salt of coconut acid. Coconut acid is created by mixing fatty acids from coconut oil.

It is an emulsifier, surfactant, and cleanser. According to a manufacturer, it contains glycerin.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 4.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.

The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.

Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.

The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.

Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 5.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 4.

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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

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 7.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Mixed

Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate is an amino acid-based surfactant and cleaning agent. This ingredient can be derived from animals or plants. It may also be synthetically created from fatty acids of the coconut and glycine.

Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate is a gentle surfactant. Surfactants help gather the dirt, oil, and other pollutants from your skin to be rinsed away. It is a mild cleanser and naturally produces foam.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 8.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 7.

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

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

Learn more about Propylene Glycol

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 9.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 9.

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

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 10.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 10.

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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

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 11.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

Learn more about Sodium Hydroxide

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 12.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate is a cleansing agent. It can be naturally derived or synthetically-created.

As a surfactant, it helps clean your skin by gathering dirt, oil, and other pollutants to be rinsed away more easily.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 13.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 14.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning

You might know this ingredient as a sugar substitute in foods. It is a sugar alcohol with humectant properties.

Humectants attract water to your skin (like glycerin or hyaluronic acid).

Fun fact: Erythritol can be naturally found in some fermented foods.

Learn more about Erythritol

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 15.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 17.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Cleansing
Community Rating: Mixed

Lauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.

Lauryl Glucoside makes it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other polluants away.

A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Lauryl Glucoside

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 21.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 50.

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What it does: Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Stearic Acid

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 22.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl 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 Glycol

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 23.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purslane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.

Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.

Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.

Nowadays, it is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.

Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea Extract

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 24.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 99.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.

As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.

As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.

Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.

Learn more about Hexylene Glycol

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 25.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 27.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 23.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Tetrasodium EDTA is the salt formed from neutralizing ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid with sodium hydroxide. It is a chelating agent and used to prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps keep the product and ingredients stable.

Tetrasodium EDTA comes as a white solid and is soluble in water.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 28.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

Learn more about Panthenol

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 30.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 22.

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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

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 31.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 30.

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted effects and reactions from a product. These metal ions may come from water and are found in miniscule amounts.

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate can also help other preservatives be more effective.

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 32.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.

The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.

Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.

The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.

Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.

The fatty acids of grape seed oil give it emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by creating a film. This film traps moisture within, keeping your skin hydrated.

Learn more about Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 36.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 45.

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What it does: Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.

Hydrogenated Lecithin is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within.

The phospholipids in Hydrogenated Lecithin can produce liposomes. Liposomes help other ingredients get through the skin barrier to be better absorbed.

As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.

Learn more about Hydrogenated Lecithin

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 40.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

This ingredient is the fixed oil extracted from seeds of the desert shrub Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil. The seed oil is liquid wax ester from the plant. It is non-comedogenic.

Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient. Jojoba contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants help protect your skin against free-radical damage. This may help in anti-aging.

Jojoba seed oil is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some bacteria. It has also been shown to help in wound healing. Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns.

It is found to be similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. Jojoba oil may even help with regulating sebum production.

Although jojoba oil is non-comedogenic, we recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have any concerns.

Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.

Jojoba is native to the southwestern US.

Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 41.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.

Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.

Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.

Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.

This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.

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 Cocos Nucifera Oil

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 47.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.

Argan Oil is an antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing ingredient.

Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.

Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.

Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.

Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.

Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.

Argan Trees are native to Morocco.

Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 48.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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MAXCLINIC Blue Tansy Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 50.

MAXCLINIC Cica Biome Oil Foam contains this as ingredient number 12.

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24% are loved or liked
20% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet
40% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
25% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet

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