Yeppda AHA-BHA-PHA Spot Gel Versus Esfolio 3HA Clear Cream
Updated on January 21, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Yeppda AHA-BHA-PHA Spot Gel 17 ingredients
Esfolio 3HA Clear Cream 64 ingredients
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Yeppda AHA-BHA-PHA Spot Gel 17 ingredients
Esfolio 3HA Clear Cream 64 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Centella Asiatica Extract 70.22%
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Betaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract
HumectantSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningCinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Masking
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSodium Citrate
BufferingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientSodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
HumectantSerine
MaskingCitric Acid
Buffering
Glycine
Buffering
Malic Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantTartaric Acid
Buffering
Pyruvic Acid
MaskingMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
Cleansing
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Glycosphingolipids
EmollientCholesterol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Centella Asiatica Extract 70.22%, Butylene Glycol, Water, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Betaine, Allantoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Ceramide NP, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Arginine, Carbomer, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Citrate, Adenosine, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Salicylic Acid, Lactobionic Acid, Sucrose Stearate, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Serine, Citric Acid, Glycine, Malic Acid, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Alanine, Glutamic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Pyruvic Acid, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Stearic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Palmitic Acid, Glycosphingolipids, Cholesterol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Mentha Piperita Oil, Limonene
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 Water1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella 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 ExtractCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlycolic Acid is arguably the most famous AHA with a ton of research to back up its benefits.
Its main role is to remove the top layer of dead skin cells, allowing newer skin cells to emerge.
Specifically, AHAs work by breaking down the structural "glue" holding the old skin cells in place. Getting rid of the old skin cells allows skin to regenerate newer skin cells in its place. A build up of dead skin cells can lead to tired and dull looking skin.
Due to this, glycolic acid helps with:
Fun fact: Glycolic acid increases skin hydration by playing a role in creating molecules that create hyaluronic acid naturally.
When starting glycolic Acid, it is normal to feel slight stinging.
The pH value and concentration of glycolic acid play a role in the effectiveness of the product. Concentrations between 5-20% glycolic acid have been shown to be effective in clinical studies.
Recent studies have shown Glycolic Acid may protect the skin against UV damage. However, you should always wear SPF, especially when using exfoliants.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Glycolic AcidSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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