Sesderma Mandelac Moisturizing Cream Versus Asap Clear Complexion Gel
Updated on April 04, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
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 sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Sesderma Mandelac Moisturizing Cream 57 ingredients
Asap Clear Complexion Gel 16 ingredients
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Sesderma Mandelac Moisturizing Cream 57 ingredients
Asap Clear Complexion Gel 16 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsohexadecane
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Sodium PCA
HumectantUrea
Buffering
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3
Skin Protecting
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Lactate
BufferingHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
MaskingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Dextran
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Cholate
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Achillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Viscum Album Leaf Extract
SoothingMelissa Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Humulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialFoeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract
EmollientAscorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
BHT
Antioxidant
BHA
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Coumarin
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Isoeugenol
Perfuming
Water, Isohexadecane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Saccharide Isomerate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium PCA, Urea, Mandelic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycolic Acid, Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3, Retinol, Sodium Lactate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Allantoin, Lecithin, Alcohol, Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Dipropylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Dextran, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Cholate, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Viscum Album Leaf Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Oil, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Oleate, BHT, BHA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Potassium Sorbate, Propylparaben, Parfum, Coumarin, Citral, Eugenol, Limonene, Isoeugenol
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Lactic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Water, Alcohol
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 WaterGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidAlcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.
These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Learn more about AlcoholSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPhenoxyethanol 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.
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Sesderma Mandelac Moisturizing Cream 57 ingredients
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