Comparison between Face Reality Sulfur Spot Treatment vs. Sulfur 8 Deep Cleaning Shampoo

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15 Ingredients 17

1
Sulfur
1
Water
2
Water
2
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
4
Acacia Senegal Gum
4
Sodium Chloride
5
Carbomer
5
PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide
6
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
6
Polyquaternium-11
7
Bisabolol (L-Alpha)
7
Phenoxyethanol
8
Allantoin
8
Caprylyl Glycol
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Uniqueness12 out of 15
80.0%
Uniqueness14 out of 17
82.4%

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
6 out of 17
35%
chemical
9 out of 17
53%

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: 1
Sodium Laureth Sulfate#3
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 4
Benzyl Benzoate#12Limonene#13Linalool#14Citric Acid#15

Detailed view

Face Reality Sulfur Spot Treatment vs. Sulfur 8 Deep Cleaning Shampoo
Position 1

#1Sulfur

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

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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#3Sodium 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 4

#4Acacia Senegal Gum

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

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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#5PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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