Rohto Mentholatum Acnes Clear Lotion Versus Hada Labo Blemish & Oil Control Hydrating Lotion

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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Rohto Mentholatum Acnes Clear Lotion versus Hada Labo Blemish & Oil Control Hydrating Lotion .

Last updated on March 15, 2024. Published on March 15, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both toners. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Rohto Mentholatum Acnes Clear Lotion

Hada Labo Blemish & Oil Control Hydrating Lotion

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Toner

Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.

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Ingredient Info

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Rohto Mentholatum Acnes Clear Lotion 19 ingredients

Hada Labo Blemish & Oil Control Hydrating Lotion 17 ingredients

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

At a glance

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Rohto Mentholatum Acnes Clear Lotion 19 ingredients

Hada Labo Blemish & Oil Control Hydrating Lotion 17 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

AHA (2)

Vitamin E

Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating

Good For Oily Skin

Redness Reducing

Reduces Irritation

Skin Texture (2)

Reduces Large Pores (2)

Anti-Aging (2)

Dark Spots (3)

Scar Healing (2)

Brightening (4)

Concerns

Irritating (2)

Rosacea (3)

Eczema (2)

Benefits

Hydrating

Redness Reducing

Reduces Irritation

Dark Spots (2)

Concerns

Drying

May Worsen Oily Skin

Acne Trigger

Irritating (3)

Rosacea (3)

Eczema (3)

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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

Rohto Mentholatum Acnes Clear Lotion 19 ingredients

Hada Labo Blemish & Oil Control Hydrating Lotion 17 ingredients

P-Isopropylphenol • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Cetyl Phosphate • Glycolic Acid • Lactic Acid • Tocopheryl Acetate • Yokuinin • Medicago Sativa Extract • Glycerin • Butylene Glycol • Arginine • Peg-6 • Disodium Succinate • Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Tetrasodium EDTA • Succinic Acid • 2-(2-Aminoethoxy)Ethanol • Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine • Parfum

Water • Butylene Glycol • Alcohol • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Squalane • Triethylhexanoin • Methylparaben • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate • Tranexamic Acid • Disodium EDTA • Menthol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Camphor • Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract • Houttuynia Cordata Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Community Rating: Liked

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.

Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.

One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.

Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.

Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.

Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.

Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.

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Rohto Mentholatum Acnes Clear Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.

Hada Labo Blemish & Oil Control Hydrating Lotion contains this as ingredient number 9.

Butylene Glycol

What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene 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.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Rohto Mentholatum Acnes Clear Lotion contains this as ingredient number 10.

Hada Labo Blemish & Oil Control Hydrating Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.

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