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Naturium BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2% Versus Prequel Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution

Exfoliator

American Brand

Updated on December 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Ingredient Info

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Naturium BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2% 18 ingredients

Prequel Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution 33 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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Naturium BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2% 18 ingredients

Prequel Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution 33 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2%

Water

Skin Conditioning

Butylene Glycol

Humectant

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Propanediol

Salicylic Acid

Sodium Polyacrylate

Citric Acid

Glycerin

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Diglycerin

Humectant

Citrus Glauca Fruit Extract

Humectant

Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract

Microcitrus Australis Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Hydroxyacetophenone

Antioxidant

Carrageenan

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

Sodium Phytate

Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient

Phenylpropanol

Masking

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

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Water, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Diglycerin, Citrus Glauca Fruit Extract, Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract, Microcitrus Australis Fruit Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carrageenan, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Phytate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenylpropanol, Tocopherol

Multi-Acid Milk Peel AHA Exfoliating Solution

Water

Glycolic Acid

Sodium Hydroxide

Glycerin

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Propanediol

Solvent

Ethylhexyl Olivate

Skin Conditioning

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Emulsion Stabilising

C13-16 Isoparaffin

Solvent

C10-12 Isoalkane

Solvent

Phytic Acid

Malic Acid

Mandelic Acid

Lactic Acid

Lipase

Protease

Squalane

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Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate

C15-23 Alkane

Hydroxyacetophenone

Phenoxyethanol

Tricaprylin

Glyceryl Oleate

Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate

Tetradecane

C13-14 Alkane

Decyl Glucoside

Maltodextrin

Xanthan Gum

Lecithin

Sclerotium Gum

Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate

Emulsifying

Carrageenan

Silica

Abrasive

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Carrageenan

Carrageenan comes from red seaweed or algae. It is made up of polysaccharides and a highly flexible compound. Red algae cell walls are rich in carrageenan.

In cosmetics, it helps to thicken the texture. Studies show carrageenan extracted from red algae possess antioxidant properties. Components found in carrageenan include: lipids, fatty acids, Vitamin E, proteins, and several amino acids.

Learn more about different types of algae.

Carrageenan is also commonly used in medicine and food. It is a vegan alternative to animal-based gelatin.

Learn more about Carrageenan

Glycerin

Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

Learn more about Glycerin

Hydroxyacetophenone

Antioxidant

Hydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.

This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative

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.

Propanediol

Solvent

Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.

It’s often used to:

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 Water