Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Y.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser versus Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser .
Last updated on December 13, 2023. Published on January 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both face cleansers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
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, fragrances or silicones
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Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
Face Cleanser
Face cleansers are used to remove makeup, dead skin cells, pollutants, oil, dirt, and/or clean out pores on the skin. Face cleansers may specialize in having one function (exa. just removing makeup) or may have multiple functions (exa. Removing makeup and cleaning pores).
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Ingredient Info
Y.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser 28 ingredients
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser 18 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Contains Sulfate
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Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Y.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser 28 ingredients
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser 18 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Y.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser 28 ingredients
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser 18 ingredients
Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate • Sodium Chloride • Glycol Distearate • Acrylates Copolymer • Butylene Glycol • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Peg-150 Distearate • Cocamide Mea • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Glycerin • Centella Asiatica Extract • Salicylic Acid • Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Lactobionic Acid • Glycolic Acid • Hamamelis Virginiana Extract • Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract • Citric Acid • Methylparaben • Propylparaben • Hydroxyacetophenone • 1,2-Hexanediol
Water • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Glycerin • Centella Asiatica Extract • Coco-Glucoside • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Xanthan Gum • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate • Squalane • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Chloride • Sodium Benzoate • Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract • Citric Acid • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterY.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine. Dimethylaminopropylamine is a diamine, an amine with two amino groups.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineY.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 6.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideY.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 5.
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 13.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Y.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 9.
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 12.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateY.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 10.
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 GlycerinY.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 14.
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 3.
Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. It is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. In skincare products, Centella Asiatica Extract is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Many active components found in Centella Asiatica Extract, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside, encourage the skin to naturally produce hyaluronic acid. This helps keep our skin hydrated. Many of these components also show antioxidant activity and may help reduce the signs of aging.
Research shows Centella Asiatica can help increase Type I collagen production by increasing fibroblast production. Fibroblast helps form connective tissue.
The combination of all these properties makes Centella Asiatica Extract effective at soothing the skin.
Other components of Centella Asiatic Extract include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Recent studies found madecassoside may help prevent damage from UV rays by preventing UV-induced inflammation. Further research is needed.
This plant has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractY.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 15.
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 4.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidY.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 24.
Skinmade Centella & Aloe + Squalane Hydrating Gel Cleanser contains this as ingredient number 16.
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Y.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser 28 ingredients
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Y.O.U Acne Plus Low PH Calming Cleanser 28 ingredients
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