Nivea Acne Repair Gentle Micro Cleanser Versus Luxe Organix Miracle Solutions Acne Derm + Gel Cleanser
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningLauric Acid
Cleansing
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Cocamide Mea
Emulsifying
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Carnitine
Cleansing
Garcinia Cambogia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMaris Sal
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCitric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Lauric Acid, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Myristic Acid, Cocamide Mea, Salicylic Acid, Carnitine, Garcinia Cambogia Fruit Extract, Maris Sal, Sodium Hyaluronate, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Trisodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylisothiazolinone, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingCocamide DEA
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
MaskingAcrylates Copolymer
Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Potassium Cocoate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Triethanolamine
BufferingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Gluconic Acid
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLactobionic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningThymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract
Skin ConditioningLippia Citriodora Leaf Extract
Astringent
Bellis Perennis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningOriganum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Potassium Chloride
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Cocamide DEA, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates Copolymer, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Potassium Cocoate, Butylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Gluconic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactobionic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract, Lippia Citriodora Leaf Extract, Bellis Perennis Flower Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol, Potassium Chloride
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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.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
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 this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidChances 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.
You might see people debate whether Sodium Chloride is comedogenic, but there actually haven't been any comedogenic tests done on it. Either way, the overall formulation of a product matters a lot more than any single ingredient.
You might see this ingredient used in scrubs as a primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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