RINGANA FRESH Cleanser Versus i+m Aloe Vera Reinigungscreme
Updated on August 26, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
RINGANA FRESH Cleanser 25 ingredients
i+m Aloe Vera Reinigungscreme 16 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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RINGANA FRESH Cleanser 25 ingredients
i+m Aloe Vera Reinigungscreme 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Citrus Sinensis Fruit Water
MaskingSesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides
EmulsifyingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Seed Extract
Humectant
Melilotus Officinalis Extract
AstringentCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract
Abrasive
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialRosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingArginine
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
CI 75810
Cosmetic ColorantCitrus Sinensis Fruit Water, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Squalane, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Wheat Straw Glycosides, Cetearyl Alcohol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Phenethyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Arginine, Water, Alcohol, Citric Acid, CI 75810
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingP-Anisic Acid
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycine Soja Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Squalane, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Bisabolol, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, P-Anisic Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualanePentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil comes from the sweet almond, a tree native to Iran. This oil has no fragrance and is non-volatile.
Almonds contain healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is a rich source of Vitamin E, a great antioxidant and skin conditioning ingredient. Sweet almond oil contains fatty acids such as linolenic acid and triglycerides.
The content of sweet almond oil makes it a great emollient; it can help soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a barrier over your skin to trap moisture in. Sweet almond oil has antioxidant properties.
Those with an almond allergy should be careful of this ingredient and speak with a professional about using it in your skincare.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilGlyceryl Stearate Citrate is a citric acid ester of glyceryl stearate.
It is an emulsifier, emollient, and a surfactant.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating. Common ingredients include oils and water, which do not mix naturally. Emulsifiers have properties that help keep ingredients such as these together.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Surfactants help gather oils, dirt, and other pollutants from the skin. This helps them to be easily rinsed away.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate CitrateTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumWater. 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!
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