ZO Skin Health Acne Control Versus Galderma Differin 0.1% Gel
Updated on June 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe facial treatments. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
ZO Skin Health Acne Control 13 ingredients
Galderma Differin 0.1% Gel 9 ingredients
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ZO Skin Health Acne Control 13 ingredients
Galderma Differin 0.1% Gel 9 ingredients
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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.
Propylene 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 GlycolCarbomer 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.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Sodium 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 HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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ZO Skin Health Acne Control 13 ingredients
Galderma Differin 0.1% Gel 9 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
ZO Skin Health Acne Control 13 ingredients
Galderma Differin 0.1% Gel 9 ingredients
This is my holy grail!!! I've been using this product for 4 months now, and my horrible acne is gone, my fungal acne is gone, texture is gone! I personally didn't experience any purging, but I think it's because I went very slow and was patient with the process.
PS: I have a combo dehydrated acne/FA prone skin
