SkinCeuticals Simply Clean Gel Versus pH formula E.X.F.O Cleanse
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, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
SkinCeuticals Simply Clean Gel 17 ingredients
pH formula E.X.F.O Cleanse 30 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
pH formula E.X.F.O Cleanse 30 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
Water
Skin ConditioningAcrylates Copolymer
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingSorbitol
Humectant
Cocamide
EmulsifyingPapain
Skin ConditioningCalcium Pantothenate
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingUrea
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientMagnesium Lactate
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Lactate
BufferingSerine
Masking
Alanine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Chloride
Steareth-21
CleansingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Triethanolamine
BufferingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Acrylates Copolymer, Steareth-2, Sorbitol, Cocamide, Papain, Calcium Pantothenate, Xanthan Gum, Urea, Caprylyl Glycol, Magnesium Lactate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Lactate, Serine, Alanine, Proline, Magnesium Chloride, Steareth-21, Glyceryl Stearate, Triethanolamine, Cetyl Alcohol, Lactobionic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Pvp, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Niacinamide, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Tocopherol
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 WaterAcrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.
After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.
It is also used to make a product more thick.
Learn more about Acrylates CopolymerPhenoxyethanol 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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SkinCeuticals Simply Clean Gel 17 ingredients
pH formula E.X.F.O Cleanse 30 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
