Pacifica Glowing Makeup Removing Wipes Versus Idun Minerals Cleansing Micellar Water
Updated on November 03, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Pacifica Glowing Makeup Removing Wipes 14 ingredients
Idun Minerals Cleansing Micellar Water 10 ingredients
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Pacifica Glowing Makeup Removing Wipes 14 ingredients
Idun Minerals Cleansing Micellar Water 10 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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Pacifica Glowing Makeup Removing Wipes 14 ingredients
Idun Minerals Cleansing Micellar Water 10 ingredients
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Pacifica Glowing Makeup Removing Wipes 14 ingredients
i don't use makeup so i use these at work during my lunch for a quick refresh and they're amazing. and cheap! i can imagine it being a little drying though, esp in winter
I have dry aging fair skin. These are Ah-MAZING! 🩷💯 Gentle Exfoliating wipes and are super cheap on Amazon. They have a light orange vanilla scent that is good for am & pm (I use at both). Cleansers give me a texture issue most of the time so I really like the deep clean feeling and after glow of these wipes. Highly recommended! I have zero yes ZERO 🌟💪👌 issues with over drying from these and I Show more
