What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Cocamide Mea
Emulsifying
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingDimethiconol
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingUndecylenoyl Glycine
CleansingCapryloyl Glycine
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing
Polyquaternium-7
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Sodium Cocoate
Cleansing
Piroctone Olamine
Preservative
Climbazole
Antimicrobial
Acrylates Copolymer
Polyquaternium-10
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-45m
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Glutamate
MaskingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Glycerin, Cocamide Mea, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Dimethiconol, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Undecylenoyl Glycine, Capryloyl Glycine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Polyquaternium-7, Tocopheryl Acetate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Cocoate, Piroctone Olamine, Climbazole, Acrylates Copolymer, Polyquaternium-10, Carbomer, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, PEG-45m, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Glutamate, Sodium Hydroxide, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Sodium Coco-Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCoco-Betaine
Cleansing
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCoconut Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Sulfate
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Coumarin
Perfuming
Wheat Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningFumaric Acid
BufferingHydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Coco-Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Coco-Betaine, Lactic Acid, Parfum, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Propylene Glycol, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Salicylic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Coconut Alcohol, Sodium Sulfate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Coumarin, Wheat Amino Acids, Fumaric Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
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 this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!
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