Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant - US Versus Dermalogica Micro-Pore Mist
Updated on January 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 8 ingredients
Dermalogica Micro-Pore Mist 22 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 8 ingredients
Dermalogica Micro-Pore Mist 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Glycerin
Humectant
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientCamellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Niacinamide, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Glycerin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Butylene Glycol, Lactobacillus, Polysorbate 20, Panthenol, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Benzoic Acid, Hexyl Cinnamal, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol
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 WaterButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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 20Ingredient Ratings
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Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 8 ingredients
Dermalogica Micro-Pore Mist 22 ingredients
Reviews
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Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant 8 ingredients
The first night I used Paula’s choice exfoliant just once, it cleaned up my skin scraping it whole, I was left GLOWING but it felt kind of tight like I had been using corsx salicylic acid for 3 days straight, it takes some getting used to, to the extent that the instructions literally say to start off once a week and slowly build your usage up overtime, it’s really strong but does the job well. Show more
Blackheads? Gone. Dry flakes? Gone. Nose? Smooth. Clogged pores who? My skin tends to be sensitive at times but it could easily handle this product.
