Neutralyze Renewal Complex Acne Moisturizer Versus FaceTheory Supergel Oil-Free Moisturiser
Updated on August 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Neutralyze Renewal Complex Acne Moisturizer 11 ingredients
FaceTheory Supergel Oil-Free Moisturiser 17 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Neutralyze Renewal Complex Acne Moisturizer 11 ingredients
FaceTheory Supergel Oil-Free Moisturiser 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Gellan Gum
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Anisate
AntimicrobialSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
Masking
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Gellan Gum, Niacinamide, Sodium Anisate, Sodium Levulinate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Citric Acid, 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.
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 WaterSalicylic 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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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Neutralyze Renewal Complex Acne Moisturizer 11 ingredients
FaceTheory Supergel Oil-Free Moisturiser 17 ingredients
Reviews
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Neutralyze Renewal Complex Acne Moisturizer 11 ingredients
FaceTheory Supergel Oil-Free Moisturiser 17 ingredients
As an oily, acne-prone skin girly, I’m obsessed with this! It never broke me out, doesn’t leave me greasy, and I swear it cleared my whiteheads in just a few days. My dark spots are also fading so it’s a win-win! My only complaint is that this brand is hard to find in Canada so I had it shipped from UK which I got within a week (so happy).
It’s okay :// I was trying to steer clear of comodgenic moisturizers and was sooo excited when I read the ingredients list!! Buttttt, it’s not nearly hydrating enough. I tried using this as a replacement for my old moisturizer and I felt like on its own, I was starting to wreck my skin barrier. Could 100% be users error and I probably should’ve been using more hydrating serums, etc. from the Show more
