The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser Versus Versed The Purist Daily Gel Cleanser
Updated on January 25, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser 20 ingredients
Versed The Purist Daily Gel Cleanser 28 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser 20 ingredients
Versed The Purist Daily Gel Cleanser 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Squalane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientEthyl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sucrose Laurate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantSucrose Dilaurate
Emollient
Sucrose Trilaurate
Emulsifying
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingIsoceteth-20
Emulsifying
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Malic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Squalane, Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin, Sucrose Stearate, Ethyl Macadamiate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sucrose Laurate, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Sucrose Dilaurate, Sucrose Trilaurate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Isoceteth-20, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopherol, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Malic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Acrylates Copolymer
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberDisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Acrylates Copolymer, Maltodextrin, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycerinWater. 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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The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser 20 ingredients
Versed The Purist Daily Gel Cleanser 28 ingredients
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