Murad Clarifying Cleanser Versus Origins Clear Improvement Zero Oil Face Wash
Updated on March 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Murad Clarifying Cleanser 31 ingredients
Origins Clear Improvement Zero Oil Face Wash 35 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Murad Clarifying Cleanser 31 ingredients
Origins Clear Improvement Zero Oil Face Wash 35 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract
Antimicrobial
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentSilver Citrate
AntimicrobialMenthol
Masking
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentHydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantHydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tetrasodium EDTA
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
Angelica Archangelica Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Cymbopogon Nardus Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Orange Roughy Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Methyl Gluceth-20, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Butylene Glycol, Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Silver Citrate, Menthol, PEG-150 Distearate, Zea Mays Starch, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Polysorbate 80, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Methylisothiazolinone, Limonene, Angelica Archangelica Leaf Oil, Cymbopogon Nardus Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Orange Roughy Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingCoco-Betaine
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Acrylates Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingCananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
Astringent
Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Oil
Masking
Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Eugenol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingMonosodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTetrasodium EDTA
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Acrylates Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Eugenol, Limonene, Linalool, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Caffeine, Salicylic Acid, Charcoal Powder, Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Monosodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidTetrasodium 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.
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 LimoneneCitrus Limon Peel Oil is created from the peels of the lemon. It is used to add a lemon-scent to products. Lemon peel oil also has antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. However, it may also cause phototoxicity and sensitize skin.
Lemon peel oil contains limonene, a skin sensitizing ingredient. Another component is furanocoumarin, which induces phototoxicity in skin.
Furanocoumarins bind and destabilize your DNA to increase the rate of sunburn.
Most reputable companies will remove furanocoumarins from their formulations.
Learn more about Citrus Limon Peel OilIngredient Ratings
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Murad Clarifying Cleanser 31 ingredients
Origins Clear Improvement Zero Oil Face Wash 35 ingredients
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Murad Clarifying Cleanser 31 ingredients
Pretty good for teen acne and fa prone skin, can be quite drying from the salicylic acid though so use hydrating products
I am disappointed because I had high hopes in this product. I have oily Sensitive skin and I was hoping using this product will help my clear my skin. When I used this, it only clogged my pores and caused my skin to be very dry and cause texture all over my forehead
