SkinCeuticals Simply Clean Gel Versus La Mer The Cleansing Gel
Updated on October 17, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
SkinCeuticals Simply Clean Gel 17 ingredients
La Mer The Cleansing Gel 39 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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SkinCeuticals Simply Clean Gel 17 ingredients
La Mer The Cleansing Gel 39 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingCoco-Betaine
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Acrylates Copolymer
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin, Acrylates Copolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Limonene, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Citric Acid
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate
CleansingCoco-Betaine
CleansingSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Algae Extract
Emollient
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Medicago Sativa Seed Powder
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seedcake
Abrasive
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
Abrasive
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCopper Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantMagnesium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningZinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Succinate
Antioxidant
Niacin
Smoothing
Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sucrose
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
Tourmaline
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
EDTA
Disodium EDTA
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 61570
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Algae Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Medicago Sativa Seed Powder, Helianthus Annuus Seedcake, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Sodium Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Calcium Gluconate, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Tocopheryl Succinate, Niacin, Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder, Butylene Glycol, Sucrose, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Bicarbonate, Tourmaline, Hexylene Glycol, Parfum, EDTA, Disodium EDTA, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Phenoxyethanol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Geraniol, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, CI 61570, CI 19140
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Coco-Betaine is the natural version of Cocamidopropyl Betaine. It is often derived from coconuts.
Coco-Betaine is a surfactant, meaning it helps remove dirt and oil from the skin.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChloridePhenoxyethanol 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.
Disodium 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 EDTAIngredient Ratings
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When to use
SkinCeuticals Simply Clean Gel 17 ingredients
La Mer The Cleansing Gel 39 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
SkinCeuticals Simply Clean Gel 17 ingredients
Kept my skin really clear and helped brighten, but was a bit too drying to use consistently
I went for a facial and they recommended using this product to help with my clogged pores. I started using it every day, twice a day. I thought it was working really well, but now my skin is pretty damaged.
Part of this is user error I'll admit.. but it includes a pretty strong fragrance (I like the smell but not good for sensitive skin). Do not use it everyday, and do not leave it on for more Show more
