Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub versus Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub .
Published on August 31, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
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 harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Exfoliator
Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.
Exfoliator
Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.
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Ingredient Info
Sukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub 24 ingredients
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub 35 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
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
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Sukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub 24 ingredients
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub 35 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub 24 ingredients
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub 35 ingredients
Water • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Alcohol • Ceteareth-20 • Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract • Juglans Regia Shell Powder • Glycerin • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Rosa Canina Fruit Oil • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Arctium Lappa Root Extract • Tocopherol • Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil • Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Vanillin • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Benzyl Alcohol • Linalool • Limonene
Water • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Juglans Regia Shell Powder • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate • Prunus Armeniaca Seed Powder • Cetyl Alcohol • Sorbitol • Acrylates Copolymer • Parfum • Benzyl Alcohol • Sodium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • Caprylyl Glycol • Glycerin • Sodium Benzoate • Glycol Distearate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Hexylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Potassium Hydroxide • Tetrasodium EDTA • Laureth-4 • Panax Ginseng Root Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Tocopheryl Acetate • Lecithin • Allantoin • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Citric Acid • Linalool • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 1.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholSukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 5.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 7.
Juglans Regia Shell Powder is an exfoliant.
Sukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 8.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 GlycerinSukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 9.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 16.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractSukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 12.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 AcidSukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 20.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 32.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Sukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 21.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 13.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholSukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 22.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 11.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolSukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 23.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 33.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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.
Learn more about LimoneneSukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub contains this as ingredient number 24.
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub contains this as ingredient number 35.
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Sukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub 24 ingredients
Olehenriksen Transforming Walnut Scrub 35 ingredients
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Sukin Revitalizing Facial Scrub 24 ingredients
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