SweetSpot Labs Microbiome Balancing Full Body Cleanser Versus Seen Body Wash - Scented
Updated on June 24, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe body washes. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
SweetSpot Labs Microbiome Balancing Full Body Cleanser 17 ingredients
Seen Body Wash 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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SweetSpot Labs Microbiome Balancing Full Body Cleanser 17 ingredients
Seen Body Wash 19 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingBentonite
Absorbent
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Cichorium Intybus Root Extract
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract
Humectant
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Bentonite, Stearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Cichorium Intybus Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropylamine Oxide
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Acrylates Copolymer
C13-15 Alkane
SolventPolyquaternium-7
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingParfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, Glycerin, Acrylates Copolymer, C13-15 Alkane, Polyquaternium-7, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 HydroxideWater. 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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