Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MediCube Red Acne Body Wash versus APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash .
Last updated on November 06, 2023. Published on November 15, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe body washes. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, BHA and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
MediCube Red Acne Body Wash 32 ingredients
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash 36 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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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
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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MediCube Red Acne Body Wash 32 ingredients
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
MediCube Red Acne Body Wash 32 ingredients
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash 36 ingredients
Water • Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate • Glycerin • Decyl Glucoside • Cocamide Methyl Mea • Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Coco-Betaine • Parfum • Niacinamide • Propanediol • Butylene Glycol • Salicylic Acid • Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Panthenol • Lavandula Angustifolia Extract • Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract • Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract • Mentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract • Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract • Lactic Acid • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Pentylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Sodium Chloride • Hexylene Glycol • Tetradecene • Hexadecene • Sodium Sulfate • Disodium EDTA
Water • Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate • Coco-Betaine • Parfum • Decyl Glucoside • Sodium Chloride • Lauryl Hydroxysultaine • Glycerin • Salicylic Acid • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Water • O-Cymen-5-Ol • Niacinamide • Panthenol • Butylene Glycol • Disodium EDTA • Citric Acid • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract • 1,2-Hexanediol • Arbutin • Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract • Canola Oil • Hydrogenated Lecithin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Stearic Acid • Daucus Carota Sativa Juice • Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil • Beta-Carotene • Tocopheryl Acetate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Ceramide NP • Ceramide Ns • Phytosphingosine • Cholesterol • Ceramide As • Ceramide AP • Ceramide EOP
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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 WaterMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 1.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a cleansing agent made from a mixture of long chain sulfonate salts. It can also help produce foam.
This ingredient may be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
MediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 2.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 GlycerinMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 3.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 8.
Decyl Glucoside is a glucose-based surfactant. Surfactants help clean the skin by trapping oil, sebum, and dirt to be washed away.
It is created by reacting glucose with the fatty acids from plants.
Decyl Glucoside also helps stabilize the ingredients in a product by preventing them from separating.
This ingredient is biodegradable and non-toxic. This ingredient is commonly found in baby shampoos.
Decyl Glucoside is sometimes used to stabilize the UV filter Tinosorb.
Learn more about Decyl GlucosideMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 4.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 5.
Coco-Betaine is the natural version of Cocamidopropyl Betaine. It is often derived from coconuts.
Coco-Betaine is a surfactant, meaning it helps remove dirt and oil from the skin.
MediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 8.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 ParfumMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 9.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 NiacinamideMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 10.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
MediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 12.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 14.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 13.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 PanthenolMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 16.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 13.
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.
MediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 23.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 ChlorideMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 27.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 EDTAMediCube Red Acne Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 32.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash contains this as ingredient number 15.
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MediCube Red Acne Body Wash 32 ingredients
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash 36 ingredients
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MediCube Red Acne Body Wash 32 ingredients
JohnnyLeeZongHeng_352
It does the job but slowly.
I used to have alot of acne on my back, chest, butt, shoulder, and under thighs. Usually I can identify almost around...
It does the job but slowly.
I used to have alot of acne on my back, chest, butt, shoulder, and under thighs. Usually I can identify almost around 15 red spots, big and small, on my back and around 5 red spots on my chest. Now I occasionally get 1, while the old acnes are now gone. Im on my third bottle now, I use two pumps per shower to get the lather without using a loofa. It works but takes time to see results. 5 star for a product that works :). PS - Dont use loofas, they are a scam and a breading ground for acnes.
APRILSKIN Carrotene IPMP Pimple Exfoliating Body Wash 36 ingredients
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