Neogen Dermalogy A-Clear Aid Soothing Pink Eraser Versus The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Acne Super Drops
Updated on August 07, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Neogen Dermalogy A-Clear Aid Soothing Pink Eraser 34 ingredients
The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Acne Super Drops 17 ingredients
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Neogen Dermalogy A-Clear Aid Soothing Pink Eraser 34 ingredients
The Cocoon Vietnam Winter Melon Acne Super Drops 17 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Calamine
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sapindus Trifoliatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientCitrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentCymbopogon Citratus Extract
Skin ConditioningMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGuaiazulene
Antimicrobial
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentSalicylic Acid
Masking
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Trideceth-10
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Water, Alcohol Denat., Calamine, Glycerin, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sapindus Trifoliatus Fruit Extract, Camellia Japonica Seed Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Cymbopogon Citratus Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Guaiazulene, Panthenol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Salicylic Acid, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-10, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningPotassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventBetaine
Humectant
Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract
AstringentAngelica Gigas Extract
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Water, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Propanediol, Betaine, Benincasa Cerifera Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract, Angelica Gigas Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella 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 ExtractButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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