Comparison between Hero Cosmetics Exfoliating Jelly Cleanser vs. Colgate Optic White Toothpaste

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36 Ingredients 18

1
Water
1
Water
2
Decyl Glucoside
2
Hydrated Silica
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
3
Sorbitol
4
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
4
Glycerin
5
Butylene Glycol
5
PEG-12
6
Glycolic Acid
6
Pentasodium Triphosphate
7
Glycerin
7
Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate
8
Mandelic Acid
8
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
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Uniqueness31 out of 36
86.1%
Uniqueness13 out of 18
72.2%

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
12 out of 36
33%
chemical
20 out of 36
56%
natural
6 out of 18
33%
chemical
10 out of 18
56%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#5Glycerin#71,2-Hexanediol#9Sodium Hyaluronate#22Allantoin#31
Oily skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycolic Acid#6Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract#18Allantoin#31
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#31Glycolic Acid#6
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Glycerin#4Sodium Lauryl Sulfate#8
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Titanium Dioxide#17

Detailed view

Hero Cosmetics Exfoliating Jelly Cleanser vs. Colgate Optic White Toothpaste
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

#2Decyl Glucoside

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Surfactant
Cleansing
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Decyl glucoside is a surfactant. It provides degreasing and wetting effects. It removes dirt and sebum gently. It doesn’t irritate the skin but at the same time, it’s an effective cleanser. It’s considered to be the safest among all the other surfactants.

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#2Hydrated Silica

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Abrasive, Anticaking agent, Bulking agent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#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.

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#3Sorbitol

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.

Position 4

#4Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Origin: chemical
Role: Bulking agent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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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

#5Butylene 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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#5PEG-12

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant, Solvent
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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