Skin Game Acne Warrior Paste Versus Labore Acnepro Biome Acne Spot Gel
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free facial treatments. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA and exfoliants
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 harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils, silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Skin Game Acne Warrior Paste 31 ingredients
Labore Acnepro Biome Acne Spot Gel 48 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Skin Game Acne Warrior Paste 31 ingredients
Labore Acnepro Biome Acne Spot Gel 48 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningBentonite
Absorbent
Glycerin
Humectant
Calamine
AbsorbentPropanediol
Solvent
Aluminum Silicate
Abrasive
Silicon
Abrasive
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin Conditioning
Sulfur
Antiseborrhoeic
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-8
HumectantPolyacrylamide
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract
AstringentOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Papain
Skin ConditioningBromelain
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
C9-11 Pareth-6
EmulsifyingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Water, Bentonite, Glycerin, Calamine, Propanediol, Aluminum Silicate, Silicon, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Sulfur, Zinc Oxide, PEG-8, Polyacrylamide, Gluconolactone, Zinc PCA, Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Papain, Bromelain, Xanthan Gum, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Salicylic Acid, C9-11 Pareth-6, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Polycitronellol
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Undecane
EmollientSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Tridecane
Perfuming
Bisabolol
Masking
Lecithin
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPEG-8
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Phragmites Karka Extract
Skin ConditioningPoria Cocos Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingIsostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Propylene Glycol Alginate
Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Polycitronellol, Butylene Glycol, Trehalose, Undecane, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Tridecane, Bisabolol, Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Maltodextrin, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycine Soja Oil, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Madecassoside, Disodium EDTA, Lactobacillus Ferment, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Aminomethyl Propanol, PEG-8, Pentylene Glycol, Silica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Citrate, Salicylic Acid, Phragmites Karka Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Retinol, Dimethiconol, Carbomer, Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Propylene Glycol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Tocopherol, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Propylene Glycol Alginate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Carthamus tinctorius seed oil comes from safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.
Safflower seed oil contains a high percentage of linoleic acid and oleic acid. It also contains Vitamin E. These three components are effective moisturizers.
Vitamin E helps nourish your skin's lipid barrier. It is also a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Due to its high fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be malassezia folliculitis safe.
Thoughout history, safflower has been used for dying fabrics and in food as a saffron substitute.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed OilCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinIsostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate is a type of sulfate.
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilPEG-8 is a synthetic polymer used as a humectant and solvent.
This ingredient is able to help dissolve active ingredients, including water. This gives it humectant properties.
It is soluble in water. The number '8' stands for the molecular weight of the ingredient.
Learn more about PEG-8Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSodium 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 HydroxideWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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