Comparison between CeraVe Foaming Cleanser vs. COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser

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24 Ingredients 21

1
Water
1
Glycerin
2
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
2
Water
3
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
3
Stearic Acid
4
Propanediol
4
Myristic Acid
5
PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
5
Potassium Hydroxide
6
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
6
Lauric Acid
7
Glycerin
7
PEG-32
8
Ceramide Np
8
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Uniqueness21 out of 24
87.5%
Uniqueness18 out of 21
85.7%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
6 out of 24
25%
chemical
14 out of 24
58%
natural
6 out of 21
29%
chemical
14 out of 21
67%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#7Sodium Hyaluronate#17
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#21
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Glycerin#1Sodium Laureth Sulfate#9
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 4
Stearic Acid#3Myristic Acid#4Lauric Acid#6Glyceryl Stearate SE#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#13

Detailed view

CeraVe Foaming Cleanser vs. COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser
Position 1

#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.

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#1Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 2

#2Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Antistatic
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Water

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.

Position 3

#3Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Foaming, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Stearic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Stearic Acid doesn’t belong to aggressive acids. It’s a fatty acid that can be found in Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and many natural butters and oils. The component is mostly used for formulation purposes. It makes the product spread and feel better. It’s one of the most important fatty acids in our skin cells.

Position 4

#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#4Myristic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
Position 5

#5PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Viscosity controlling agent
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Potassium Hydroxide

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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