Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Medik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense versus Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel .
Last updated on December 06, 2023. Published on January 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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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).
Ingredient Info
Medik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense 23 ingredients
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel 32 ingredients
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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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 🎉
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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Medik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense 23 ingredients
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel 32 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Medik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense 23 ingredients
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel 32 ingredients
Water • Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate • Sodium Cocoamphoacetate • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Glycerin • Mandelic Acid • Citric Acid • Isopentyldiol • Maltodextrin • Sodium Hydroxide • Salicylic Acid • Lactic Acid • Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract • Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract • Phenoxyethanol • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • Disodium EDTA • Lavandula Angustifolia Herb Oil • Ethylhexylglycerin • Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil • Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil • Linalool • Limonene
Water • Coco-Betaine • Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate • Lauramidopropyl Betaine • Propanediol • Phenethyl Alcohol • Polysorbate 20 • Caprylyl Glycol • Lactic Acid • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Arginine/Lysine Polypeptide • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Ethylhexylglycerin • Menthyl Ethylamido Oxalate • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract • Citrus Limon Peel Extract • Limonene • Allantoin • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Geranium Maculatum Extract • Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate • Pseudoalteromonas Exopolysaccharides • Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract • Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein • Citric Acid • Sebacic Acid • Sodium Salicylate • Sorbic Acid
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.
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 WaterMedik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense contains this as ingredient number 1.
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 AcidMedik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense contains this as ingredient number 7.
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 30.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidMedik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense contains this as ingredient number 12.
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 9.
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.
Medik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense contains this as ingredient number 19.
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 LimoneneMedik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense contains this as ingredient number 23.
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel contains this as ingredient number 18.
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Medik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense 23 ingredients
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel 32 ingredients
Usage
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Medik8 Pore Cleanse Gel Intense 23 ingredients
Hydropeptide Cleansing Gel 32 ingredients
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