The Outset Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser Versus KORA Organics Milky Mushroom Gentle Cleansing Oil
Updated on February 27, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
The Outset Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser 42 ingredients
KORA Organics Milky Mushroom Gentle Cleansing Oil 30 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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The Outset Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser 42 ingredients
KORA Organics Milky Mushroom Gentle Cleansing Oil 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingCaprylyl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glucoside
CleansingCassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water
MaskingCitrus Limon Fruit Water
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Serine
Masking
Alanine
MaskingGlycine
Buffering
Lysine Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Threonine
Arginine
Masking
Proline
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate
Emollient
Heptyl Glucoside
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlutamic Acid
Humectant
PCA
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Betaine
Humectant
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
Humectant
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Decyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glucoside, Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water, Citrus Limon Fruit Water, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Lysine Hcl, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Heptyl Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glutamic Acid, PCA, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tocopherol, Betaine, Potassium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
Cleansing
Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Pyrus Malus Seed Oil
Emollient
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Phytate
Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil
Masking
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Ocimum Basilicum Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Water, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate, Glycerin, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Levulinate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Saccharide Isomerate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Sodium Phytate, Rosa Centifolia Flower Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Ocimum Basilicum Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Alcohol, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract, Citronellol, Geraniol
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 AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateWater. 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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