Comparison between COSRX Low PH Good Morning Gel Cleanser vs. Pacifica Acne Warrior Clearing Astringent

Find out which product is better for your skin.

24 Ingredients 21

1
Water
1
Salicylic Acid
2
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
2
Water
3
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
3
Alcohol Denatured
4
Polysorbate-20
4
Glycerin
5
Styrax Japonicus Branch/Fruit/Leaf Extract
5
Sorbitol
6
Butylene Glycol
6
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
7
Saccharomyces Ferment
7
Niacinamide
8
Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract
8
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
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Uniqueness23 out of 24
95.8%
Uniqueness20 out of 21
95.2%

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
9 out of 24
38%
chemical
11 out of 24
46%
natural
11 out of 21
52%
chemical
6 out of 21
29%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#6Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract#12Allantoin#151,2-Hexanediol#21
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#15
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Allantoin#15Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#14Citric Acid#19
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 1
Glycerin#4Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract#8Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#12Sodium PCA#19Alcohol Denatured#3
Oily skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#1Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water#6Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#13
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#12Salicylic Acid#1Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil#16

Detailed view

COSRX Low PH Good Morning Gel Cleanser vs. Pacifica Acne Warrior Clearing Astringent
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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#1Salicylic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative
Cleansing
Acne fighting
Soothing
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Salicylic Acid is an amazing component for oily skin. It’s a famous BHA that chemically exfoliates dead cells, kills bacteria, and prevents acne. It works as a strong pores cleanser. AHAs are not effective for removing sebum from pores, while BHAs are leaders in this space. Salicylic Acid also helps to shrink pores, remove acne scars and make skin tone even. Pay attention: concentration matters! This ingredient is rather aggressive. It can lead to irritation in high concentrations. If your skin has never seen this component before test the product first.

Position 2

#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.

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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 Methyl Isethionate

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Alcohol Denatured

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
Alcohols
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Alcohol Denatured is a great bacteria killer. Manufacturers often put it inside products to increase their shelf life.

It’s one of the most harmful alcohols used in skincare. You should use it carefully, especially if you have dry skin. It removes oily barrier from the surface of your skin making it less protected and causing dryness. We advise you to pay attention to the position of this component in a formulation. If it stays below the 6th position it will hardly harm your skin. We also recommend testing the product first before application. If you feel a “cooling effect” it means the product contains a lot of alcohol and it's better to be careful with it.

Position 4

#4Polysorbate-20

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Nutrifying
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Polysorbate 20 doesn’t have any notable skin benefits but is used in cosmetics quite often. Manufacturers use it for formulation purposes. It improves the scent, texture, and feel of the product.

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#4Glycerin

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 5

#5Styrax Japonicus Branch/Fruit/Leaf Extract

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#5Sorbitol

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Flavoring agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant
Moisturizing
Softening
Soothing
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Sorbitol is usually used for making different gels. It helps the product to keep water and it helps to deliver active components deeper into the skin. It is a moisturizing and soothing component. It is usually accepted well by all skin types.

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