Medinova - Hiruscar Anti Acne Advance Spot Gel Versus OXY Malaysia Acne Pimple Medication 10%
Updated on March 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both facial treatments. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain parabens
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Ingredient Info
Medinova - Hiruscar Anti Acne Advance Spot Gel 28 ingredients
OXY Malaysia Acne Pimple Medication 10% 3 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Medinova - Hiruscar Anti Acne Advance Spot Gel 28 ingredients
OXY Malaysia Acne Pimple Medication 10% 3 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Allium Cepa Bulb Extract
Skin Conditioning
Fomes Officinalis Extract
Skin ProtectingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Methylparaben
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Abrasive
Bisabolol
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Glycosaminoglycans
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ethyl Ether
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Butylparaben
Masking
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Quaternium-73
Water, Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Allium Cepa Bulb Extract, Fomes Officinalis Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Methylparaben, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Bisabolol, Disodium EDTA, Lactic Acid, Glycosaminoglycans, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ethyl Ether, Glycerin, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Quaternium-73
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenPropylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
This ingredient can be naturally found in plants and insects, but most of it is synthetically manufactured for human use. In cosmetics, it is usually created by reacting para-aminobenzoic acid and propanol (an alcohol).
You can usually find this ingredient in water-based products.
Parabens have come under controversy due to the claim they are hormone disruptors. Studies show conflicting results. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Propylparaben is commonly found in food, medicine, and cosmetics.
Learn more about PropylparabenIngredient Ratings
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Medinova - Hiruscar Anti Acne Advance Spot Gel 28 ingredients
OXY Malaysia Acne Pimple Medication 10% 3 ingredients
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