Urban Skin Clear And Even Tone Body Cleansing Bar Versus LUSH Outback Mate Soap
Updated on August 04, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free body washes. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Urban Skin Clear And Even Tone Body Cleansing Bar 17 ingredients
LUSH Outback Mate Soap 27 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Urban Skin Clear And Even Tone Body Cleansing Bar 17 ingredients
LUSH Outback Mate Soap 27 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater
Skin ConditioningAnhydroglucitol
HumectantPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Oleate
CleansingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Sulfur
Antiseborrhoeic
Eucalyptus Dives Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Kojic Acid
Antioxidant
Curcuma Longa Rhizome Oil
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Eucalyptol
Perfuming
Brassica Napus Seed Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCoconut Oil Ethyl Esters
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Eucalyptus Globulus Oil
Lemongrass Oil
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
EDTA
Tetrasodium Etidronate
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantEucalyptol, Brassica Napus Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Water, Coconut Oil Ethyl Esters, Parfum, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil, Lemongrass Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Zea Mays Starch, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Bicarbonate, EDTA, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, CI 42090
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilGlycerin 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 GlycerinPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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