Urban Hydration Bright & Balanced Aloe Vera Leaf Face Wash Versus Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleanser
Updated on October 24, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Urban Hydration Bright & Balanced Aloe Vera Leaf Face Wash 15 ingredients
Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleanser 15 ingredients
About this product
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Urban Hydration Bright & Balanced Aloe Vera Leaf Face Wash 15 ingredients
Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleanser 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingPEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Emulsifying
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Decyl Glucoside, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterThis ingredient is derived from caprylic and capric acids. It is an emulsifier with emollient properties.
According to the manufacturer, it is hydrophilic and soluble in aqueous solutions (water). They also state this ingredient is stable in a medium pH range (~5 - 8).
As an emulsifier, it helps make oils and oil-soluble ingredients more soluble in water.
Learn more about PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric GlyceridesPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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 AcidTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateIngredient Ratings
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Urban Hydration Bright & Balanced Aloe Vera Leaf Face Wash 15 ingredients
Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleanser 15 ingredients
