Petitfee Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser Versus Troubless Mild Gel Cleanser
Updated on April 21, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, BHA and exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Petitfee Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser 39 ingredients
Troubless Mild Gel Cleanser 31 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Petitfee Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser 39 ingredients
Troubless Mild Gel Cleanser 31 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPotassium Laureth Phosphate
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningQuillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
CleansingCrataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningViola Tricolor Extract
EmollientCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Cocoyl Glutamate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCoco-Glucoside
CleansingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Malic Acid
Buffering
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
4-Terpineol
MaskingCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentSaccharide Hydrolysate
HumectantAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Dimethyl Sulfone
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Potassium Laureth Phosphate, Butylene Glycol, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Glycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Viola Tricolor Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Glucoside, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Tartaric Acid, 4-Terpineol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Madecassoside, Maltodextrin, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Asiaticoside, Dimethyl Sulfone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSalicylic Acid
Masking
4-Terpineol
MaskingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera Extract
AstringentBrassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentPrunus Mume Fruit Extract
HumectantAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHexadecene
SolventTetradecene
EmollientDisodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingSodium Sulfate
Polyquaternium-10
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingOriganum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningCinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Masking
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Salicylic Acid, 4-Terpineol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hexadecene, Tetradecene, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Sodium Sulfate, Polyquaternium-10, Butylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Hexylene Glycol, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin
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.
We don't have a description for Lauryl Hydroxysultaine yet.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
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 a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
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.
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 Chloride4-Terpineol is the main component of tea tree oil. It has antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.
This ingredient is potent at killing bacteria, making it an effective acne treatment. According to the book Journal of Profiles of Drug Substances, it helps in reducing acne-causing bacteria such as Propionibacterium acnes.
While tea tree has been found to help soothe inflammation and redness, it can also cause sensitivity and irritation in some people.
Research shows irritation usually occurs when using pure oil and not from cosmetic products.
This ingredient can be derived from several parts of the tea tree plant: leaves, branches, and bark.
Learn more about 4-TerpineolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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When to use
Petitfee Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser 39 ingredients
Troubless Mild Gel Cleanser 31 ingredients
Reviews
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Petitfee Clarifying AHA Gel Cleanser 39 ingredients
Combined with an oil based cleanser, this product works great for me! I apply more on my T zone and massage it for a couple of minutes until it has almost dried and then wash it off with lukewarm water. My skin always feel extra nice right after and I like the smell of it. Also, my pores have started unclogging :)
