Physician's Formula The Perfect Matcha 3-in-1 Melting Cleansing Balm Versus Tula Skincare #Nomakeup Replenishing Cleansing Oil
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 7 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, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Physician's Formula The Perfect Matcha 3-in-1 Melting Cleansing Balm 26 ingredients
Tula Skincare #Nomakeup Replenishing Cleansing Oil 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Physician's Formula The Perfect Matcha 3-in-1 Melting Cleansing Balm 26 ingredients
Tula Skincare #Nomakeup Replenishing Cleansing Oil 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
PEG-10 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder
Exfoliating
Phyllostachys Edulis Shoot Water
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantBamboo Vinegar
AntimicrobialCetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-10 Isostearate, Polyethylene, Parfum, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder, Phyllostachys Edulis Shoot Water, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Water, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Butylene Glycol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Maltodextrin, CI 19140, CI 42090, Bamboo Vinegar
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientOryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Emollient
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningKluyveromyces/Lactobacillus/Lactococcus/Leuconostoc/Saccharomyces Milk Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Algae Extract
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Kluyveromyces/Lactobacillus/Lactococcus/Leuconostoc/Saccharomyces Milk Ferment Filtrate, Ceramide NP, Algae Extract, Lactic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Water, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideSorbeth-30 Tetraoleate is a surfactant and emulsifier.
This ingredient is a tetraester from oleic acid and polyethylene glycol ether of sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, it helps ingredients such as oil and water mix together. This allows the dirt and oils in your skin to be washed away.
One study found pumpkin oil containing Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate helped hydrate the skin and did not cause any irritation.
Learn more about Sorbeth-30 TetraoleateWater. 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 WaterPhenoxyethanol 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.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateIngredient Ratings
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Physician's Formula The Perfect Matcha 3-in-1 Melting Cleansing Balm 26 ingredients
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