Somethinc Reset Gentle Micellar Cleansing Water Versus Somethinc Mugwortella Charcoal Deep Pore Cleansing 10 Minutes Wash Off Mask
Updated on January 30, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Somethinc Reset Gentle Micellar Cleansing Water 22 ingredients
Somethinc Mugwortella Charcoal Deep Pore Cleansing 10 Minutes Wash Off Mask 30 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Somethinc Reset Gentle Micellar Cleansing Water 22 ingredients
Somethinc Mugwortella Charcoal Deep Pore Cleansing 10 Minutes Wash Off Mask 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingPropanediol
Solvent
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Aspartate
Skin ConditioningZinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Phytate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Copper Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Octanediol
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Copper Gluconate, Butylene Glycol, Octanediol, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Bentonite
Absorbent
Glycerin
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Silt
AbsorbentArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Fragaria Vesca Seed
AstringentPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Chlorella Vulgaris Powder
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCharcoal Powder
Abrasive
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Quaternium-73
Water, Kaolin, Bentonite, Glycerin, Betaine, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Silt, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Fragaria Vesca Seed, Phenoxyethanol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Chlorella Vulgaris Powder, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Charcoal Powder, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Quaternium-73
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.
Aloe is one of the most well-known natural soothing ingredients, and for good reason. It’s full of water and has a cooling, calming effect on the skin, especially when it’s sunburned, itchy, or irritated. Aloe also helps your skin stay hydrated and smooth by mimicking what healthy skin naturally produces. On top of that, it contains vitamins and nutrients that support skin recovery.Â
It doesn’t protect you from the sun, but it can help your skin bounce back after too much time in it.
Let’s get into the details:
Aloe contains antioxidant Vitamins A, C, and E, which help fight off free radicals (unstable molecules from things like pollution that can damage your skin).
It’s also rich in polysaccharides, which are natural sugars that help hydrate the skin by acting like the skin’s own moisturizing agents. These, along with other sugars like monosaccharides, help form a protective barrier that locks in moisture.
Aloe works as both a humectant and an emollient. That means it draws water into the skin (humectant) and helps trap it there (emollient), making it an effective natural moisturizer.
You’ll also find a mix of other skin-supporting ingredients in aloe, including folic acid, choline, calcium, amino acids, fatty acids, and even Vitamin B12.
Out of the 420+ species of aloe, Aloe barbadensis is the most widely used in skincare products thanks to its gentle yet effective properties.
There are over 420 species of aloe but Aloe Barbadensis is the most commonly used for topical products.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractArtemisia Vulgaris Extract is more commonly known as the common mugwort. It has strong antioxidant properties and helps soothe irritation.
Antioxidants protect skin from damage and the signs of aging.
This plant contains the compounds saponins, glycosides, flavanoids, protein, triterpenoids.
The common wugwort has been used in traditional Indian, Chinese, and European medicines to treat gastrointestinal diseases.
Learn more about Artemisia Vulgaris ExtractButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
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!
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