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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Versed Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliating Cleanser versus Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant .

Published on November 08, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe exfoliators. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Exfoliator American Brand United States
Exfoliator American Brand United States

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Price

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Buy Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliating Cleanser

Starts at $16.99
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Starts at $19.50

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

AHA (2)
Exfoliators (3)
Niacinamide

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (3)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Versed Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant contains this as ingredient number 34.

2
What it does: Absorbent, Emulsion Stabilising, Stabilising
Community Rating: Loved

Microcrystalline Cellulose is another name for refined wood pulp. It is used as an emulsifier and mattifying ingredient. As an emulsifier, it helps keep ingredients together.

Versed Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 2.

Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant contains this as ingredient number 1.

3
What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

Xanthan 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.

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Versed Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliating Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 12.

Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant contains this as ingredient number 33.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

26% are loved or liked
16% have mixed ratings
37% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet
32% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
37% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Versed Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliating Cleanser 19 ingredients

Day Maker Microcrystal Exfoliating Cleanser hasn't been rated yet.
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Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant 41 ingredients

5.0 /5
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KatBooy_516

9 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

Gentle but thorough - leaves skin fresh and ready for serums and creams. Suitable for daily use for normal skin and every second day for sensitive...

Gentle but thorough - leaves skin fresh and ready for serums and creams. Suitable for daily use for normal skin and every second day for sensitive types.

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