Vasanti Brighten Up! Exfoliator Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator Versus Kiehl's Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub
Updated on March 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Vasanti Brighten Up! Exfoliator Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator 18 ingredients
Kiehl's Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub 25 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Vasanti Brighten Up! Exfoliator Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator 18 ingredients
Kiehl's Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlumina
Abrasive
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Emulsifying Wax Nf
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Papain
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Behenyl Betaine
CleansingPPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate
EmulsifyingPEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Luffa Cylindrica Fruit
Abrasive
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
PEG-32
HumectantPrunus Armeniaca Seed Powder
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Propanediol
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPapain
Skin ConditioningWater, Propylene Glycol, Behenyl Betaine, PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Luffa Cylindrica Fruit, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, PEG-32, Prunus Armeniaca Seed Powder, Tocopherol, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, BHT, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Papain
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 WaterPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolGlyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
It is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe
Fun fact: The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearatePapain 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.
Learn more about PapainPhenoxyethanol 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.
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