Soul Apothecary Calm + Soothe Oat Cleanser Versus Soul Apothecary Gentle Brightening Cleanser
Updated on October 07, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain ceramides
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening 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
Soul Apothecary Calm + Soothe Oat Cleanser 22 ingredients
Soul Apothecary Gentle Brightening Cleanser 18 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Soul Apothecary Calm + Soothe Oat Cleanser 22 ingredients
Soul Apothecary Gentle Brightening Cleanser 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
Abrasive
Poloxamer 188
EmulsifyingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingZea Mays Starch
AbsorbentAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ceramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Ceramide 6 Ii
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Avena Sativa Kernel Flour, Poloxamer 188, Decyl Glucoside, Zea Mays Starch, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ceramide 1, Sodium PCA, Ceramide 3, Saccharide Isomerate, Ceramide 6 Ii, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Glycerin
Humectant
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingC12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingPEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRumex Occidentalis Extract
Skin ConditioningTrehalose
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientSodium PCA
Humectant
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
EDTA
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Glycerin, Morus Alba Root Extract, C12-14 Pareth-12, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rumex Occidentalis Extract, Trehalose, Allantoin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Ceramide 3, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Sodium PCA, Saccharide Isomerate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, EDTA
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ceramide 3 is a form of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Using ceramides in your skincare routine can help reinforce your skin barrier by helping the skin stay hydrated.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Ceramide NP
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinSaccharide Isomerate comes from sugars found in corn. It is a skin hydrator.
The structure of this ingredient can be altered to be more similar to the carbohydrates found in our skin. This ability to mimic our skin gives it hydrating properties.
Specifically, saccharide Isomerate is a humectant. Humectants draw moisture from the air to our skin.
Research shows Saccharide Isomerate to be an effective moisturizer.
Learn more about Saccharide IsomerateSodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid. It is naturally occurring in our skin's natural moisturizing factors where it works to maintain hydration.
The PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a natural amino acid derivative.
This ingredient has skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, and humectant properties. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin moisturized.
Learn more about Sodium PCAIngredient Ratings
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Soul Apothecary Calm + Soothe Oat Cleanser 22 ingredients
Soul Apothecary Gentle Brightening Cleanser 18 ingredients
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