Comparison between Face Reality Sulfur Spot Treatment vs. Neutrogena Stubborn Acne Spot Drying Lotion

Find out which product is better for your skin.

15 Ingredients 10

1
Sulfur
1
Sulfur
2
Water
2
Isopropyl Alcohol
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Water
4
Acacia Senegal Gum
4
Calamine
5
Carbomer
5
Niacinamide
6
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
6
Zinc Oxide
7
Bisabolol (L-Alpha)
7
Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
8
Allantoin
8
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
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Uniqueness13 out of 15
86.7%
Uniqueness8 out of 10
80.0%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
4 out of 15
27%
chemical
8 out of 15
53%
natural
4 out of 10
40%
chemical
4 out of 10
40%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#3Allantoin#8Glycerin#9
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#8
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#8
Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Zinc Oxide#6Salicylic Acid#9
Sensitive skin
Positive: 2Negative: 2
Zinc Oxide#6Titanium Dioxide#10Isopropyl Alcohol#2Salicylic Acid#9

Detailed view

Face Reality Sulfur Spot Treatment vs. Neutrogena Stubborn Acne Spot Drying Lotion
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Sulfur

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Antiseborrhoeic, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning
Acne fighting
Anti dandruff
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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#2Isopropyl Alcohol

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Fragrance ingredient, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

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#3Water

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 4

#4Acacia Senegal Gum

Origin: natural
Role: Binding, Film former, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#4Calamine

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 5

#5Carbomer

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsion stabilizer, Gel forming, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Carbomer is used for formulation purposes. It helps to control the viscosity and flow of a product. It’s considered safe but only if it’s well purified. Poorly purified carbomers may contain benzol which may lead to irritation.

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#5Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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