Comparison between Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser vs. COSRX Pure Fit Cica Creamy Foam Cleanser

Find out which product is better for your skin.

13 Ingredients 39

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Glycerin
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
3
Myristic Acid
4
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
4
Palmitic Acid
5
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
5
Stearic Acid
6
Panthenol
6
Lauric Acid
7
Niacinamide
7
Potassium Hydroxide
8
Pantolactone
8
Glyceryl Stearate SE
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Uniqueness10 out of 13
76.9%
Uniqueness36 out of 39
92.3%

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
5 out of 13
38%
chemical
7 out of 13
54%
natural
16 out of 39
41%
chemical
18 out of 39
46%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Panthenol#6
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#13
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Palmitic Acid#41,2-Hexanediol#9Butylene Glycol#15
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 4
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#12Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#17Myristic Acid#3Stearic Acid#5Lauric Acid#6Glyceryl Stearate SE#8
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract#12Eucalyptus Globulus#16Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#17

Detailed view

Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser vs. COSRX Pure Fit Cica Creamy Foam Cleanser
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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.

Position 2
Both products have the same component on this position.

#2Glycerin

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 3

#3Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a pH 4.5-5.5 liquid that is used to improve the overall efficiency of the formulation. It’s usually combined with different surfactants and is used because of its cleansing efficiency. It helps to remove sebum and dirt from the skin and hair. It also works as a foaming agent helping to make a pleasant foam.

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#3Myristic 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 4

#4Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Foaming, Surfactant
Cleansing
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#4Palmitic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Palmitic Acid is an emulsion stabilizer. It reduces water evaporation from the surface of your skin. That’s why this component is good if you suffer from dryness. It also increases the efficiency of other surfactants in the formulation. It can be found in many organic oils including Avocado oil, Cocoa oil, Olive oil etc.

Position 5

#5Sodium Cocoamphoacetate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Foaming, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Stearic 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.

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