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Tirtir Hydro Boost Enzyme Powder Wash Versus MEDI-PEEL Micro Tea Powder Cleanser

Face Cleanser

Exfoliator

Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on August 29, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain PHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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Tirtir Hydro Boost Enzyme Powder Wash 19 ingredients

MEDI-PEEL Micro Tea Powder Cleanser 57 ingredients

What's inside

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Tirtir Hydro Boost Enzyme Powder Wash 19 ingredients

MEDI-PEEL Micro Tea Powder Cleanser 57 ingredients

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products

Hydro Boost Enzyme Powder Wash

Zea Mays Starch

Absorbent

Potassium Myristate

Emulsifying

Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate

Mannitol

Papain

Allantoin

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Humectant

Bromelain

Skin Conditioning

Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Powder

Gluconolactone

Skin Conditioning

Water

Skin Conditioning

Lactococcus Ferment Lysate

Skin Conditioning

Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate

Humectant

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

Skin Conditioning

Bifida Ferment Filtrate

Skin Conditioning

Bifida Ferment Lysate

1,2-Hexanediol

Oryza Sativa Extract

Protease

Zea Mays Starch, Potassium Myristate, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Mannitol, Papain, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Bromelain, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Powder, Gluconolactone, Water, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Oryza Sativa Extract, Protease

Micro Tea Powder Cleanser

Zea Mays Starch

Absorbent

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Cleansing

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Diglycerin

Humectant

Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract

Dextrin

Bromelain

Papain

Protease

Maltodextrin

Water

Butylene Glycol

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Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

Antioxidant

Betaine Salicylate

Antimicrobial

Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

Exfoliating

Citric Acid

Buffering

Gluconolactone

Skin Conditioning

Microcrystalline Cellulose

Absorbent

Centella Asiatica Extract

Cleansing

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Centella Asiatica Root Extract

Asiaticoside

Madecassoside

Asiatic Acid

Madecassic Acid

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifying

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil

Emollient

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Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient

2 / 1 Fatty Alcohol Icon

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Stearic Acid

Cleansing

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Glycerin

Humectant

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Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Skin Conditioning

Melaleuca Cajaputi Extract

Tonic

Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate

Emulsifying

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant

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Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Humectant

Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Humectant

Potassium Hyaluronate

Skin Conditioning

Tocopherol

Antioxidant

0-3 / 0-3 Vitamin E Icon

Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract

Humectant

Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Saccharomyces Ferment

Skin Conditioning

Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract

Astringent

Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract

Tonic

Pueraria Lobata Root Extract

Humectant

Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Cholesterol

Emollient

0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Phytosphingosine

Ceramide NP

Ceramide Ns

Ceramide AP

Ceramide As

Ceramide EOP

Ethylhexylglycerin

Zea Mays Starch, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Diglycerin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Dextrin, Bromelain, Papain, Protease, Maltodextrin, Water, Butylene Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Betaine Salicylate, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearic Acid, Glycerin, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Melaleuca Cajaputi Extract, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP, Ethylhexylglycerin

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.

It is a:

Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
Emollient, helping to soften skin
Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives

Bromelain

Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Bromelain yet.

Gluconolactone

Skin Conditioning

Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.

When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This improves texture and brightens the skin.

PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.

Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:

In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells and has not been found to increase sun sensitivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.

This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.

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Papain

Skin Conditioning

Papain is an enzyme found naturally in the papaya plant's leaves, fruit, and roots. It has antimicrobial, soothing, and wound healing properties.

Glycine and Vitamin A are naturally found in papain.

While papain is often touted as skin-lightening, further studies are needed to prove this. However, papain has been shown to help soothe acne-inflammation.

Papain belongs to a class of enzymes called proteolytic enzymes. These enzymes break down peptides and amino acids.

Some studies found papain to be a potential skin sensitizer and allergen. Those with latex allergies might also be allergic to papaya.

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Protease

Exfoliating, Skin Conditioning

These enzymes break down protein into smaller peptides and amino acids. They also encourage the formation of new protein.

Our skin uses peptides, amino acids, and protein for maintaining healthy skin cells.

Protease work by breaking peptide bonds in protein with hydrolysis. This is the process of breaking bonds using water.

An in-vitro study (not done on a living organism) found a blend of 3-protease decreases skin inflammation by mitigating the effects of other proteins.

One manufacturer that uses subtilisin, a protease from Bacillus subtilis, claims this ingredient is exfoliating, promotes cell regeneration, and is a good substitute for AHAs. Further research is needed to back up these claims.

Fun fact: The human body contains ~641 protease genes.

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Water

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Zea Mays Starch

Absorbent, Skin Protecting

Zea Mays Starch is starch made from corn. You might know this as cornstarch . It is used to thicken a product. It can replace talc as an absorbent.

The pH of cornstarch is 5.92.

Cornstarch is a common food ingredient used to thicken soups or to make corn syrup.

Learn more about Zea Mays Starch