Comparison between COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser vs. Y.O.U. Acneplus Low PH Calming Cleanser

Find out which product is better for your skin.

21 Ingredients 28

1
Glycerin
1
Water
2
Water
2
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
3
Stearic Acid
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
4
Myristic Acid
4
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
5
Potassium Hydroxide
5
Sodium Chloride
6
Lauric Acid
6
Glycol Distearate
7
PEG-32
7
Acrylates Copolymer
8
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
8
Butylene Glycol
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Uniqueness16 out of 21
76.2%
Uniqueness23 out of 28
82.1%

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
6 out of 21
29%
chemical
14 out of 21
67%
natural
8 out of 28
29%
chemical
18 out of 28
64%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Glycerin#1Sodium Laureth Sulfate#9
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 4
Stearic Acid#3Myristic Acid#4Lauric Acid#6Glyceryl Stearate SE#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#13
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 2
Butylene Glycol#8Glycerin#141,2-Hexanediol#28Sodium Laureth Sulfate#2Sodium Lauryl Sulfate#4
Oily skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#16Glycolic Acid#21Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract#22
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Salicylic Acid#16Glycolic Acid#21Citric Acid#24

Detailed view

COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser vs. Y.O.U. Acneplus Low PH Calming Cleanser
Position 1

#1Glycerin

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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#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

#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.

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#2Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin
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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#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.

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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#4Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Foaming, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is a surfactant. It helps cosmetic products to remove all the sebum and dirt from your skin. Water can't dissolve sebum on its own because sebum contains oils. Surfactants help water get into sebum and wash off all the unnecessary stuff from your skin.

The component also helps to form a nice foam. The foam allows to spread the product evenly. which is important for good cleansing.

The component is researched quite well. Studies showed that it doesn't have any negative impact on human health if you apply it to your skin. It can be toxic only if you take SLS inside, but we doubt that somebody likes to drink shampoo or eat soap.

However, the component has its negative side. It can dry out skin or hair too much. You can suffer from this effect if you have dry skin. Plus it can make your hair less protected because natural sebum works like a barrier. Washing it off completely isn't the best idea.

Position 5

#5Potassium Hydroxide

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Sodium Chloride

Origin: natural
Role: Flavoring agent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Sodium Chloride is a very famous ingredeint also known as Salt. Yes, it’s the same salt you can find on your table. In cosmetics, it is used as a preservative helping the product to live longer. It is also used as a peeling agent in different scrubs. Human contact with this element since ancient times and that's why it is 100% safe.

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