Sunday Riley Blue Moon Clean Rinse Cleansing Balm Versus The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Updated on March 04, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Sunday Riley Blue Moon Clean Rinse Cleansing Balm 30 ingredients
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Sunday Riley Blue Moon Clean Rinse Cleansing Balm 30 ingredients
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSucrose Laurate
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantGlyceryl Behenate
Emollient
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
PEG-8 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Squalene
Emollient
Citrus Tangerina Peel
Abrasive
Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed
Perfuming
Tanacetum Annuum Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Oil
Masking
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Moringa Oil/Hydrogenated Moringa Oil Esters
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sucrose Laurate, Jojoba Esters, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Glyceryl Behenate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, PEG-8 Beeswax, Cetyl Alcohol, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Squalene, Citrus Tangerina Peel, Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed, Tanacetum Annuum Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Oil, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Moringa Oil/Hydrogenated Moringa Oil Esters, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinIngredient Ratings
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Sunday Riley Blue Moon Clean Rinse Cleansing Balm 30 ingredients
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Sunday Riley Blue Moon Clean Rinse Cleansing Balm 30 ingredients
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% 11 ingredients
Gotta give credit where credit is due
WOW… lot of people ganging up on this incredibly affordable/popular serum. I understand the criticisms, but personally I don’t believe the intensity is warranted. For so many people this was the start of their skincare journey; it certainly was mine! And because I had never used ingredients like niacinamide or zinc on my face before, of course I noticed an Show more
(Tried Jan 2021) This was actually the product that made me realize that my skin does not mix with Niacinamide (especially at high concentrations because I can usually tolerate it at %4/less or when it isn't a primary ingredient). I tested it on my wrist and a small patch on my cheek to check, and I had hives in both areas. I wouldn't want to give this a poor rating solely on the account of my Show more
