ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Cleanser Versus Dermalogica Skin Resurfacing Lactic Acid Cleanser
Updated on August 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe face cleansers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Cleanser 29 ingredients
Dermalogica Skin Resurfacing Lactic Acid Cleanser 36 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Cleanser 29 ingredients
Dermalogica Skin Resurfacing Lactic Acid Cleanser 36 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Acrylates Copolymer
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCellulose
AbsorbentMannitol
HumectantCaprylyl Alcohol
Masking
Niacin
Smoothing
Ammonium Lactate
BufferingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium PCA
HumectantBiosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77289
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Acrylates Copolymer, Jojoba Esters, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Hydroxide, Cellulose, Mannitol, Caprylyl Alcohol, Niacin, Ammonium Lactate, Salicylic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Niacinamide, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium PCA, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77289
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Lactic Acid
Buffering
PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide
EmulsifyingSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingAcrylates/Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil
Astringent
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil
Masking
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
Masking
Cymbopogon Martini Oil
Masking
Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Extract
EmollientEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Benzalkonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Linalool
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Lactic Acid, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Acrylates/Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Glycol Distearate, Propanediol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, CI 77891, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Benzalkonium Chloride, Linalool, Eugenol, Limonene, Citronellol
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 WaterCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is a synthetic cleansing agent, though it is derived from coconut oil.
It is used to enhance the texture of products by boosting lather and thickening the texture. As a cleanser, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is mild.
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 HydroxideTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Cleanser 29 ingredients
Dermalogica Skin Resurfacing Lactic Acid Cleanser 36 ingredients
