Comparison between La Roche-Posay Effaclar Deep Cleansing Foaming Cream vs. Nivea Derma Skin Clear Wash Gel

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12 Ingredients 9

1
Water
1
Water
2
Glycerin
2
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
3
Myristic Acid
3
Propylene Glycol
4
Potassium Hydroxide
4
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
5
Glyceryl Stearate SE
5
Sodium Chloride
6
Stearic Acid
6
Citric Acid
7
Lauric Acid
7
Salicylic Acid
8
Palmitic Acid
8
Niacinamide
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Uniqueness10 out of 12
83.3%
Uniqueness7 out of 9
77.8%

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
3 out of 12
25%
chemical
8 out of 12
67%
natural
3 out of 9
33%
chemical
6 out of 9
67%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Palmitic Acid#8
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 4
Salicylic Acid#12Myristic Acid#3Glyceryl Stearate SE#5Stearic Acid#6Lauric Acid#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Salicylic Acid#12
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Propylene Glycol#3Sodium Laureth Sulfate#4
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#7
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Citric Acid#6Salicylic Acid#7

Detailed view

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Deep Cleansing Foaming Cream vs. Nivea Derma Skin Clear Wash Gel
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

#2Glycerin

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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#2Sodium Cocoamphoacetate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Foaming, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#3Myristic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
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#3Propylene 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.

Position 4

#4Potassium Hydroxide

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#4Sodium 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 5

#5Glyceryl Stearate SE

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Glyceryl Stearate SE is a nice moisturizing ingredient. It hydrates the upper layers of the skin and fills small wrinkles. In haircare products, it's used for making hair softer.

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#5Sodium 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.

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