Comparison between Curology Acne Body Wash vs. Curology Gentle Cleanser

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18 Ingredients 23

1
(2%) Salicylic Acid
1
Water
2
Water
2
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
3
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
3
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
4
Glycerin
4
Acrylates Copolymer
5
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
5
Propanediol
6
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
6
Xylitylglucoside
7
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
7
Coconut Alcohol
8
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
8
Glycerin
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Uniqueness14 out of 18
77.8%
Uniqueness19 out of 23
82.6%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
5 out of 18
28%
chemical
11 out of 18
61%
natural
8 out of 23
35%
chemical
13 out of 23
57%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Glycerin#4
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#16
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#8Panthenol#91,2-Hexanediol#13Stearyl Alcohol#17
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Stearic Acid#12
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#14

Detailed view

Curology Acne Body Wash vs. Curology Gentle Cleanser
Position 1

#1(2%) Salicylic Acid

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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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 Cocoyl Isethionate

Origin: natural
Role: Cleansing agent, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
Cleansing
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 3

#3Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foaming, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Antistatic
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#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.

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#4Acrylates Copolymer

Origin: chemical
Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Film former, Hair fixative
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
Position 5

#5Cocamidopropyl 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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#5Propanediol

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.

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