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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam versus Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on November 08, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 25 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA, BHA, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, PHA and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, 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, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens and fragrances

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Face Cleanser South Korean Brand South Korea
Face Cleanser South Korean Brand South Korea

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).

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA
BHA
PHA
Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (4)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (6)
Reduces Irritation (6)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (4)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (4)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
BHA
PHA
Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid (5)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (3)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening (6)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Water • Dipropylene Glycol • Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate • Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Lauryl Betaine • Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate • Phenoxyethanol • Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Citric Acid • Sodium Chloride • Ethylhexylglycerin • Polyquaternium-67 • Tocopheryl Acetate • Disodium EDTA • Butylene Glycol • Allantoin • Panthenol • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water • Hamamelis Virginiana Water • Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate • 1,2-Hexanediol • Hydroxyacetophenone • Pentylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice • Gluconolactone • Lecithin • Niacinamide • Salicylic Acid • Ethylhexyl Palmitate • Cetyl Ethylhexanoate • Centella Asiatica Extract • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Lavandula Angustifolia Extract • Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract • Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract • Portulaca Oleracea Extract • Nardostachys Jatamansi Rhizome/Root Extract • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract • Sodium Hyaluronate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Parfum • Linalool

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.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 1.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

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:

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Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 9.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 24.

3
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Chloride

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 10.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 10.

4
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 13.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 15.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Soothing
Community Rating: Loved

Allantoin plays a role in soothing and moisturizing the skin. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.

Some studies have shown this ingredient can promote wound healing with higher concentrations.

Allantoin is derived from the comfrey plant but produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.

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Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 16.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 17.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 29.

7
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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.

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 21.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 8.

8
What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant and helps with skin conditioning.

Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules. These unstable molecules may damage your skin cells. By helping stabilize free-radicals, antioxidants may help in anti-aging.

Hydroxyacetophenone boosts the efficiency of other preservatives.

Learn more about Hydroxyacetophenone

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 22.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.

The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.

This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.

Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.

Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.

Learn more about Pentylene Glycol

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 23.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 39.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs have a larger structure than AHAs and BHAs and are more gentle. It is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.

When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This helps improve texture and brightens the skin.

Gluconolactone is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.

PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.

PHAs also exhibit antioxidant activity by neutralizing free-radical molecules. This can help with anti-aging.

In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. However, we still recommend wearing SPF especially after using exfoliating ingredients.

Learn more about Gluconolactone

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 26.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

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 Niacinamide

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 28.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 30.

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What it does: Masking, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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 Acid

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 29.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does: Cleansing, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing, Tonic
Community Rating: Loved

Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.

Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.

The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.

Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.

Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.

This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.

Learn more about Centella Asiatica Extract

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 32.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 32.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Lavandula Angustifolia Extract comes from the lavender flower. Lavandula Angustifolia is known as the English Lavender and famous for creating purple fields in Provence, France.

Lavandula Angustifolia Extract has anti-inflammatory properties due to its prostanoids and histamine content. Lavender also contains flavonoids and phenolic acids (such as ferulic acid), potent antioxidants.

Lavender extract may have a scent. It contains linalool, a known allergen. However, lavender extract contains less linalool than lavender essential oil.

Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia Extract

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 34.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 21.

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What it does: Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract comes from the Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, Myrtaceae. This tea tree is native to Australia.

Tea Leaf extract contains antimicrobial and anti-acne properties.

Tea tree extract is fragrant and contains volatiles such as linalool and limonene. These fragrance and terpinen components can cause skin sensitivity.

Learn more about the benefits of Tea Tree Oil here.

Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 35.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning, Tonic

We don't have a description for Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract.

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 36.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Portulaca Oleracea Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Purslane, Portulaca oleracea L., Portulacaceae. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.

Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.

Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.

Nowadays, it is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.

Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 37.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Nardostachys Jatamansi Rhizome/Root Extract.

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 38.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 41.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 33.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.

While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, this component is usually removed in the leaf extract.

Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.

Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 44.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 27.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract comes from the papaya fruit. Papayas were first domesticated in Mexico and Central America.

This fruit extract contains papain and chymopapain, two types of enzymes. These enzyme have exfoliating and anti-inflammatory properties. One study shows papain may help reduce scarring.

Papaya is also a rich source of antioxidants. Antioxidants protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. This may help protect against signs of aging. One antioxidant present in papayas is lycopene.

Papaya also contains Vitamin A, also known as retinol.

While papaya is used as an ingredient to help lighten skin, research is limited on this.

The seeds of papaya have been found to have anti-fungal activity.

Learn more about Carica Papaya Fruit Extract

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 46.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.

One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.

Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:

Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 47.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 37.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Liked

This form of hyaluronic acid is produced through fermentation.

According to a manufacturer, it has a positive charge by ionic binding to help moisturize and give hair a smooth feel. This is why you'll find this ingredient in shampoos and body washes.

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 48.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 36.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.

The structure of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer allows it to stay in the skin's top layer for a longer period of time. This allows for even more hydration and humectant action than hyaluronic acid.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 49.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 34.

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What it does: Humectant
Community Rating: Liked

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a type of Hyaluronic Acid.

Hyaluronic Acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.

Nard Low pH Bubble Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 50.

Nard Grain Brightening Cleansing Foam contains this as ingredient number 40.

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17% have mixed ratings
27% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
55% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
30% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet

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