Comparison between Mentholatum Acnes Oil-free Gel Lotion vs. Mentholatum Acnes Oil-control Moisturiser

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56 Ingredients 48

1
Water
1
Water
2
Propylene Glycol
2
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
3
Glycerin
3
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
4
PEG-400
4
Butylene Glycol
5
PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether
5
Polysorbate-60
6
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
6
Dimethicone
7
Phenoxyethanol
7
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/​vp Copolymer
8
Carbomer
8
Silica
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Uniqueness38 out of 56
67.9%
Uniqueness30 out of 48
62.5%

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
18 out of 56
32%
chemical
24 out of 56
43%
natural
17 out of 48
35%
chemical
29 out of 48
60%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 9Negative: 1
Propylene Glycol#2Glycerin#3Butylene Glycol#101,2-Hexanediol#23Sodium Hyaluronate#27Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#31Phospholipids#40Caffeine#48Tocopherol#51Alcohol Denatured#56
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract#17Salicylic Acid#28
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#31Salicylic Acid#28
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 1
Butylene Glycol#4Glycerin#12Betaine#16Propylene Glycol#18Beta-Glucan#35Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#44Alcohol Denatured#24
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Salicylic Acid#34Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract#19
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#44Salicylic Acid#34Citric Acid#36

Detailed view

Mentholatum Acnes Oil-free Gel Lotion vs. Mentholatum Acnes Oil-control Moisturiser
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

#2Propylene 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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#2Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#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.

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#3Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4PEG-400

Origin: chemical
Role: Binding, Emulsion stabilizer, Solvent
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#4Butylene 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.

Position 5

#5PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5Polysorbate-60

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Soothing
Antiseptic
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Polysorbate-60 is an emulsifier, foam stabilizer, and surfactant. It’s considered to be safe but if the product contains PEG ingredients, Polysorbate may produce 1,4-Dioxane which can be harmful to your health.

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