Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of StriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion versus Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops .
Published on December 03, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free facial treatments. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
Facial Treatment
Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.
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Ingredient Info
StriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion 40 ingredients
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops 31 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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StriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion 40 ingredients
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops 31 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
StriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion 40 ingredients
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops 31 ingredients
Salicylic Acid 2% • Water • Propanediol • Isononyl Isononanoate • Triheptanoin • C9-12 Alkane • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Diheptyl Succinate • Isopentyldiol • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Glycerin • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 • Cetyl Alcohol • Benzyl Alcohol • Saccharide Isomerate • Bakuchiol • Myristyl Nicotinate • Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract • Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract • Zingiber Officinale Root Extract • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Bisabolol • Xylitol • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Xanthan Gum • Caprylic Acid • Parfum • Pentylene Glycol • Beta-Glucan • Hydrolyzed Algin • Caprylyl Glycol • Carnitine • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • Polylysine • Sodium Hydroxide • Geraniol • Linalool • Benzyl Salicylate
Water • Tapioca Starch • Isopentyldiol • Nylon-12 • C9-12 Alkane • Distarch Phosphate • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer • Saccharide Isomerate • Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract • Salicylic Acid • Salix Alba Bark Extract • Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Sodium Hyaluronate • Bisabolol • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Triheptanoin • Butylene Glycol • Pentylene Glycol • Propanediol • Caprylyl Glycol • Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate • Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer • Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Sodium Hydroxide • 1,2-Hexanediol • Phenoxyethanol • Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer • Citric Acid • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
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 a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 10.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 1.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
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 PropanediolStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 3.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 20.
We don't have a description for Triheptanoin.
StriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 17.
C9-12 Alkane is synethically created using alkanes, or paraffins. It is added to products as a solvent. This means its main purpose is to help dissolve ingredients and create even texture.
StriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Isopentyldiol.
StriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 10.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 3.
Saccharide Isomerate comes from sugars found in corn. It is altered so the structure is more similar to the carbohydrates found in our skin. Its ability to match these carbohydrates makes it a great moisturizer and humectant.
Humectants help draw moisture from the air to our skin. Studies show Saccharide Isomerate to be an effective moisturizer.
StriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 16.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 8.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 22.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 16.
Bisabolol is pimarily used to add fragrance to a product. However, it is also famous for helping soothe skin.
Bisabolol comes from German chamomile essential oil. Synthetic Bisabolol has been shown to be less effective.
Bisabolol helps soothe skin. It does this by blocking the inflammatory signals, helping to reduce your body's reaction to irritation.
Bisabolol also interferes with the process of hyperpigmentation. This can help with reducing dark spots and uneven tone.
Bisabolol is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. By fighting these free-radicals, Bisabolol may slow down signs of aging.
Studies have shown Bisabolol to have antimicrobial properties and may be a fungicide. These properties help preserve a product's shelf life.
Bisabolol also helps the absorption of other ingredients.
Learn more about BisabololStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 23.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 15.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 28.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 31.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can help thicken or emulsify a product. Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 29.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 19.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 32.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 21.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 34.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 30.
Sodium 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 HydroxideStriVectin Multi-Action Clear: Acne Clearing Treatment Lotion contains this as ingredient number 37.
Glow Recipe Strawberry BHA Pore-Smooth Blur Drops contains this as ingredient number 26.
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