Neutrogena Ultra Light Face Cleansing Oil & Makeup Remover Versus The INKEY List Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Neutrogena Ultra Light Face Cleansing Oil & Makeup Remover 18 ingredients
The INKEY List Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser 19 ingredients
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About this product
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Neutrogena Ultra Light Face Cleansing Oil & Makeup Remover 18 ingredients
The INKEY List Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser 19 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Isopropyl Isostearate
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
PEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingSorbitan Trioleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingWater
Skin ConditioningPEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingPPG-10 Cetyl Ether
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Propylparaben
Preservative
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCamellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentParaffinum Liquidum, Isopropyl Isostearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polysorbate 80, PEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Sorbitan Trioleate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Water, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, PPG-10 Cetyl Ether, Benzyl Alcohol, Parfum, Propylparaben, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingBetaine
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingInulin
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Polyquaternium-10
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Lecithin
EmollientWater, Glycerin, Coco-Glucoside, Betaine, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Inulin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Dehydroacetic Acid, Polyquaternium-10, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lecithin
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 WaterBenzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholGlycerin 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.
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Neutrogena Ultra Light Face Cleansing Oil & Makeup Remover 18 ingredients
The INKEY List Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser 19 ingredients
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The INKEY List Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser 19 ingredients
It works fine for me and lasts ages
It's a pretty good cleanser for the price. It's nothing to write home about, but I have no complaints.
Needs to be paired with some sort of cleansing balm in a double cleanse if you have make-up on.
Its just a basic boring cleanser. I don't reach for it
