Comparison between Hero Cosmetics Exfoliating Jelly Cleanser vs. Mario Badescu Glycolic Skin Renewal Complex

Find out which product is better for your skin.

36 Ingredients 29

1
Water
1
Water
2
Decyl Glucoside
2
Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
3
Glycerin
4
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
4
Dimethicone
5
Butylene Glycol
5
Propylene Glycol
6
Glycolic Acid
6
Cetyl Alcohol
7
Glycerin
7
Myristyl Myristate
8
Mandelic Acid
8
Cetearyl Alcohol
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Uniqueness32 out of 36
88.9%
Uniqueness25 out of 29
86.2%

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
10 out of 29
34%
chemical
16 out of 29
55%

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: 4Negative: 0
Glycerin#3Propylene Glycol#5Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A Palmitate)#18Butylene Glycol#21
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Glycolic Acid#9Myristyl Myristate#7Glyceryl Stearate SE#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Glycolic Acid#9

Detailed view

Hero Cosmetics Exfoliating Jelly Cleanser vs. Mario Badescu Glycolic Skin Renewal Complex
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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#2Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Solvent
Antioxidants
Moisturizing
Softening
Anti-aging
Healing
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
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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#3Glycerin

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 4

#4Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Origin: chemical
Role: Bulking agent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#4Dimethicone

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antifoaming agent, Emollient
Silicones
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dimethicone is the most popular silicone. It makes the skin softer and forms a film adding smooth and silky feeling. This film not only improves how the skin feels but also works as a protective barrier. It also improves the visual appearance of your skin by filling small wrinkles. What you should really know is that this component is difficult to wash off! So make sure you did proper cleansing after using it.

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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#5Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

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