Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser versus Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser .
Published on January 31, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
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Exfoliator
Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.
Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
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Ingredient Info
Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser 31 ingredients
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser 36 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser 31 ingredients
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser 31 ingredients
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser 36 ingredients
Water • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Coco-Betaine • Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids • Decyl Glucoside • Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate • Acrylates Copolymer • Copernicia Cerifera Wax • Jojoba Esters • Sodium Chloride • Polysorbate 20 • Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Caffeine • Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract • Cordyceps Sinensis Extract • Butylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Glycerin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Monosodium Citrate • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Methylchloroisothiazolinone • Methylisothiazolinone • Phenoxyethanol
Water • Glycerin • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Silica • Acrylates Copolymer • Lauramidopropyl Betaine • Butylene Glycol • Sucrose • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract • Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Salicylic Acid • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Caffeine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Acetyl Glucosamine • Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate • Polysorbate 20 • Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Citric Acid • Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Laureth-2 • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Sulfate • Carbomer • Monosodium Citrate • Disodium EDTA • EDTA • BHA • Phenoxyethanol • CI 15510 • CI 19140 • CI 14700
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterOrigins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is a synthetic cleansing agent, though it is derived from coconut oil.
It is used to enhance the texture of products by boosting lather and thickening the texture. As a cleanser, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is mild.
Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.
After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.
It is also used to make a product more thick.
Learn more about Acrylates CopolymerOrigins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 5.
Chances 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.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideOrigins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 10.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 25.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 11.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 20.
We don't have a description for Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate.
Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 12.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 21.
Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.
Caffeine is an antioxidants, which help with the signs of aging. This is because antioxidants help fight skin-damaging free radical molecules.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineOrigins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 17.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.
Butylene 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.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 20.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 7.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinOrigins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 22.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a gentle cleanser and surfactant. It is the sodium salt of the Cocoyl Glutamic Acid and comes from coconut oil. As a surfactant, it helps lift dirt and oil to be washed away.
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate also has an emolliating effect and can help leave the skin feeling soft.
Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 24.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 23.
We don't have a description for Monosodium Citrate.
Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 25.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 29.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidOrigins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 26.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 22.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideOrigins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 27.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 26.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAOrigins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 28.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 30.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 31.
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 33.
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Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser 31 ingredients
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser 36 ingredients
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Origins GinZing™ Refreshing Scrub Cleanser 31 ingredients
Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser 36 ingredients
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