Comparison between COSRX AC Collection Calming Foam Cleanser vs. _Element Bakuchiol Face Serum

Find out which product is better for your skin.

20 Ingredients 35

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Propanediol
3
Stearic Acid
3
Cetearyl Glucoside
4
Myristic Acid
4
Isostearyl Isostearate
5
PEG-32
5
Ethylhexyl Stearate
6
Potassium Hydroxide
6
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
7
Palmitic Acid
7
Sorbitan Olivate
8
Lauric Acid
8
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
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Uniqueness18 out of 20
90.0%
Uniqueness33 out of 35
94.3%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
4 out of 20
20%
chemical
14 out of 20
70%
natural
12 out of 35
34%
chemical
21 out of 35
60%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Palmitic Acid#7
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 4
Salicylic Acid#16Stearic Acid#3Myristic Acid#4Lauric Acid#8Glyceryl Stearate SE#9
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Salicylic Acid#16
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#8Sodium Hyaluronate#17Allantoin#21Tocopherol#22
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 4
Allantoin#21Isostearyl Isostearate#4Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#8Sorbitan Oleate#20Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil#25
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#21Hexyl Cinnamal#34

Detailed view

COSRX AC Collection Calming Foam Cleanser vs. _Element Bakuchiol Face Serum
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
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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#2Propanediol

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.

Position 3

#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.

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#3Cetearyl Glucoside

Origin: natural
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 4

#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
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#4Isostearyl Isostearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Binding, Emollient
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 4 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
Position 5

#5PEG-32

Origin: chemical
Role: Binding, Humectant, Solvent
Moisturizing
Cleansing
Softening
PEG
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Ethylhexyl Stearate

Origin: chemical
Role: Emollient
Softening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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