Comparison between Cetaphil Healthy Radiance Gentle PHA Exfoliating Cleanser vs. Native 2in1 Shampoo Sea Salt And Cedar

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27 Ingredients 10

1
Water
1
Stearyl Alcohol
2
Glycerin
2
Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
3
1
4
Gluconolactone
4
2-Hexanediol
5
Niacinamide
5
Caprylyl Glycol
6
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
6
Sodium Benzoate
7
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate
7
Glutamic Acid
8
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
8
Cetyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness25 out of 27
92.6%
Uniqueness8 out of 10
80.0%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
9 out of 27
33%
chemical
11 out of 27
41%
natural
5 out of 10
50%
chemical
3 out of 10
30%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Glycerin#2Alcohol Denatured#17
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Extract#23
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Stearyl Alcohol#1
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#9

Detailed view

Cetaphil Healthy Radiance Gentle PHA Exfoliating Cleanser vs. Native 2in1 Shampoo Sea Salt And Cedar
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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#1Stearyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Foam booster, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Stearyl Alcohol creates a barrier on the skin's surface lowering the evaporation of water and making it hydrated for a longer time. This barrier helps the skin to recover after deep cleansing. It also makes the skin look smooth. Though it belongs to alcohols, it's a fatty alcohol and it doesn't make your skin dry.

Position 2

#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.

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#2Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine

Origin: chemical
Role: Antistatic agent, Emulsifying agent
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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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#31

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4

#4Gluconolactone

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent
Antioxidants
Moisturizing
Acne fighting
Lifting
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Gluconolactone belongs to poly hydroxy acids (PHA). It’s very similar to AHAs chemically, that’s why it is usually presented as a «Next Generation AHA». It has all the benefits of AHA but it doesn’t irritate the skin. It’s a strong natural antioxidant which is as strong as Tocopherol or Ascorbic Acid.

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#42-Hexanediol

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 5

#5Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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#5Caprylyl Glycol

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning, Humectant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylyl Glycol is a vey popular skincare ingredient. It makes the product spread better and feel better on your skin. It’s a preservative and it improves the effect of other preservatives. It’s also a humectant which helps to retain water. It’s good for keeping your skin in good shape. But manufacturers use it as a supporting component rather than the main one.

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