Secret Fresh Clear Gel Antiperspirant Deodorant - Cozy Vanilla Versus Almay Sensitive Skin Clear Gel Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant
Updated on August 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe deodorant. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Secret Fresh Clear Gel Antiperspirant Deodorant 9 ingredients
Almay Sensitive Skin Clear Gel Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant 9 ingredients
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Secret Fresh Clear Gel Antiperspirant Deodorant 9 ingredients
Almay Sensitive Skin Clear Gel Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant 9 ingredients
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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 WaterCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconePEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
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Secret Fresh Clear Gel Antiperspirant Deodorant 9 ingredients
Almay Sensitive Skin Clear Gel Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant 9 ingredients
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Almay Sensitive Skin Clear Gel Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant 9 ingredients
I can't quite figure this one out. I started using it when I developed a reaction to the schmidts stuff and I needed something hypoallergenic. I had been steering away from alluminum prior to that but did some reading and found out it was probably better than many alternative ingredients. This deodorant doesn't break me out or cause a reaction but I do find it somewhat irritating after I put it on Show more
First of all, great price. I was having issues with pther brands due to certain sensitive varities were being doscontinued and very expensive. So, I gave this one a try. Not bad. It stops the sweat and no smell for like most of the day. I would say like 2/3 of the day since I work indoors. For the price and what it can do, I think it is worth it. I won't be going back to those $9 deodorant that Show more
