Nivea Exfoliating Scrub Refreshing - UK Versus TONYMOLY Tako Pore Blackhead Scrub Stick
Updated on January 22, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Nivea Exfoliating Scrub Refreshing 19 ingredients
TONYMOLY Tako Pore Blackhead Scrub Stick 35 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Nivea Exfoliating Scrub Refreshing 19 ingredients
TONYMOLY Tako Pore Blackhead Scrub Stick 35 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Kaolin
Abrasive
Lactose
HumectantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Citric Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Silica, Kaolin, Lactose, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, CI 77007
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-8 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Quaternium-18 Bentonite
Parfum
Masking
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Lactose
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCellulose
AbsorbentHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCitric Acid
Buffering
Montmorillonite
AbsorbentSea Salt
Abrasive
Sea Water
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Peat Water
Skin ConditioningTaurine
BufferingChlorella Vulgaris/Lupinus Albus Protein Ferment
Skin ConditioningAcanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Octyldodecanol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Silica, Ozokerite, Ceresin, PEG-8 Isostearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Synthetic Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Water, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, Parfum, Charcoal Powder, Lactose, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Citric Acid, Montmorillonite, Sea Salt, Sea Water, Glycerin, Acacia Senegal Gum, Butylene Glycol, Peat Water, Taurine, Chlorella Vulgaris/Lupinus Albus Protein Ferment, Acanthopanax Senticosus Root Extract, 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.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinThis ingredient is a semi-synthetic polymer created from cellulose. In case you need a refresher, cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls.
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose has many uses:
- emulsifier
- create a gel-like texture
- boost foam
We don't have a description for Lactose yet.
Microcrystalline Cellulose is another name for refined wood pulp. It is used as an emulsifier and mattifying ingredient. As an emulsifier, it helps keep ingredients together.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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!
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