Comparison between CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser vs. Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Moisturiser

CeraVe

Acne Control Cleanser

Paula's Choice

Skin Balancing Moisturiser

- 27 components -

- 28 components -

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Ingredients in both products 3

Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide

Components only in CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser 24

Salicylic Acid, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Gluconolactone, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate and 19 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 88.9%

Components only in Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Moisturiser 25

Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Bis-Phenylpropyl Dimethicone, Laminaria Saccharina (Algae) Extract (Hydration), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Protein and 20 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 89.3%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Salicylic Acid

Water

Cyclopentasiloxane

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Butylene Glycol

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Glycerin

Bis-Phenylpropyl Dimethicone

Niacinamide

Gluconolactone

Laminaria Saccharina (Algae) Extract (Hydration)

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Protein

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Pore Shrinking, Softening, Soothing, Anti-aging, Lightening, Elasticity improvement, Antifungal, Antiseptic, Deodorant, Protection, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss

Effects unique for Acne Control Cleanser:

Lifting, Antistatic

Effects unique for Skin Balancing Moisturiser:

UV Protection, Healing, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation, Regeneration, Hair strengthening, Hair volumizing, Hair protection, Hair follicle nutrition

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Yes

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

6 out of 27

22%

chemical

18 out of 27

67%

natural

6 out of 28

21%

chemical

20 out of 28

71%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Glycerin^#5

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Salicylic Acid^#1

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 2

Salicylic Acid^#1Benzoic Acid^#27

Dry skin

Positive: 4Negative: 0

Butylene Glycol^#3Glycerin^#4Sodium Hyaluronate^#17Panthenol^#20

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser vs. Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Moisturiser

Position 1

#1Salicylic Acid (2%)

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative

Cleansing

Acne fighting

Soothing

Antiseptic

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Good for oily skin

Salicylic Acid is an amazing component for oily skin. It’s a famous BHA that chemically exfoliates dead cells, kills bacteria, and prevents acne. It works as a strong pores cleanser. AHAs are not effective for removing sebum from pores, while BHAs are leaders in this space. Salicylic Acid also helps to shrink pores, remove acne scars and make skin tone even. Pay attention: concentration matters! This ingredient is rather aggressive. It can lead to irritation in high concentrations. If your skin has never seen this component before test the product first.

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#1Water

Origin: natural

Role: Solvent

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.