Typology Clarifying Face Scrub Versus Dr. Barbara Sturm The Enzyme Cleanser
Updated on August 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Typology Clarifying Face Scrub 22 ingredients
Dr. Barbara Sturm The Enzyme Cleanser 9 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Typology Clarifying Face Scrub 22 ingredients
Dr. Barbara Sturm The Enzyme Cleanser 9 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Cellulose
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Colloidal Sulfur
Antimicrobial
Kaolin
Abrasive
Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningZinc Ricinoleate
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAlgin
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
Astringent
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingO-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
Solvent
Limonene
Perfuming
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Pentylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cellulose, Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Colloidal Sulfur, Kaolin, Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract, Zinc Ricinoleate, Xanthan Gum, Algin, Mentha Piperita Oil, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Propanediol, Limonene, 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.
Cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls. It is used as an emulsifier, absorbent, and texture enhancer.
This ingredient has many functions:
Fun fact: Cellulose is the most abundant form of organic polymer on Earth.
Learn more about CelluloseWater. 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!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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Typology Clarifying Face Scrub 22 ingredients
Dr. Barbara Sturm The Enzyme Cleanser 9 ingredients
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