Comparison between Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser (2022) vs. Simple Kind To Skin Refreshing Face Wash

Cetaphil

Oily Skin Cleanser (2022)

Simple

Kind To Skin Refreshing Face Wash

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18 Ingredients 14

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Water

Glycerin

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Propylene Glycol

Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Sodium Cocoamphoacetate

Panthenol

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Disodium EDTA

Sodium Chloride

Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin

Sodium Benzoate

Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate

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Uniqueness12 out of 18

66.7%

Uniqueness8 out of 14

57.1%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

8 out of 18

44%

chemical

9 out of 18

50%

natural

3 out of 14

21%

chemical

11 out of 14

79%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Glycerin^#2Panthenol^#11

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 2

Citric Acid^#9Linalool^#13

Dry skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Propylene Glycol^#3Panthenol^#5

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser (2022) vs. Simple Kind To Skin Refreshing Face Wash

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

#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

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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#2Cocamidopropyl 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.

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 ]

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#3Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent

Moisturizing

EWG Rating [ 3 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

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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#4Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Origin: chemical

Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

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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#5Panthenol

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning

Moisturizing

Soothing

Healing

Hair conditioning

Hair protection

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

Good for dry skin

Panthenol is a proud member of a league of the best-performing components. It's a stable form of Vitamin B5 and is also known as Pro-Vitamin B5. It’s a very good and effective component for hydration, healing, and soothing irritated skin. It works so soft and gentle that it’s even recommended for people with skin problems like eczema.

In haircare products it’s used for protecting the fiber. It’s researched very well and doesn’t have any negative side effects.