UIQ (Genome & Company) Biome Barrier Collagen Firming Cleansing Balm Versus S.NATURE Aqua Rice Cleansing Balm
Updated on April 16, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
UIQ (Genome & Company) Biome Barrier Collagen Firming Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
S.NATURE Aqua Rice Cleansing Balm 21 ingredients
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UIQ (Genome & Company) Biome Barrier Collagen Firming Cleansing Balm 29 ingredients
S.NATURE Aqua Rice Cleansing Balm 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyethylene
Abrasive
PEG-10 Isostearate
Emulsifying
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCutibacterium Avidum/Granulosum Ferment Extract Filtrate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningProtease
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Glucoside
HumectantFructan
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Canavalia Gladiata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCeratonia Siliqua Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningLens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingPhaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Pantolactone
HumectantCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyethylene, PEG-10 Isostearate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Cutibacterium Avidum/Granulosum Ferment Extract Filtrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Protease, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Panthenol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Fructan, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Canavalia Gladiata Seed Extract, Ceratonia Siliqua Seed Extract, Glycerin, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Lens Esculenta Seed Extract, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Pantolactone, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate
EmulsifyingSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Lens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingGlycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Jasminum Officinale Flower Water
MaskingRosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCitronellal
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate, Synthetic Wax, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Lens Esculenta Seed Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Cucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Jasminum Officinale Flower Water, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citronellal, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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!
Learn more about Water1,2-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
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 GlycerinGlycine Soja Seed Extract comes from the seed of the wild soybean plant. Wild soybean extract contains fatty acids (linoleic, oleic, linolenic), vitamin E, and antioxidants.
The wild soybean contains soyasaponins, a bioactive compound. Soyasaponins have inflammatory, antimutagenic, anticarcinogenic, antimicrobial properties. Soyasaponin has also been found to inhibit the melanin-creation process.
Two powerful components found in the wild soybean include genistein and diadzein. These two isoflavones are potent antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties. Genistein in particular has been found to prevent redness caused by UV exposure.
One study from South Korea found wild soybean extract to help promote hair growth at the cellular level.
The wild soybean plant is a cousin to the famous soybean that gives us tofu, soy milk, and soy sauce.
Learn more about Glycine Soja Seed ExtractWe don't have a description for Lens Esculenta Seed Extract yet.
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