Comparison between Murad Clarifying Cleanser vs. Dermalogica Active Clearing Skin Wash

Find out which product is better for your skin.

32 Ingredients 33

1
Salicylic Acid
1
Salicylic Acid
2
Water
2
Water
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
3
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
4
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
4
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
5
Methyl Gluceth-20
5
PEG-3 Glyceryl Cocoate
6
PPG-26-Buteth-26
6
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids
7
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
7
Melissa Officinalis (Lemon Balm) Leaf Extract
8
Butylene Glycol
8
Quillaja Saponaria (Soapbark) Bark Extract
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Uniqueness24 out of 32
75.0%
Uniqueness25 out of 33
75.8%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
12 out of 32
38%
chemical
16 out of 32
50%
natural
15 out of 33
45%
chemical
11 out of 33
33%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Butylene Glycol#8
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 1
Salicylic Acid#1Menthol#12Glyceryl Stearate SE#17
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 4
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil#31Salicylic Acid#1Menthol#12Citric Acid#20Limonene#24
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#14Sodium PCA#22Butylene Glycol#26
Oily skin
Positive: 4Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#1Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract#13Camphor#24Menthol#25
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 5
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#14Salicylic Acid#1Eucalyptus Globulus#15Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#21Lactic Acid#23Menthol#25

Detailed view

Murad Clarifying Cleanser vs. Dermalogica Active Clearing Skin Wash
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Salicylic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative
Cleansing
Acne fighting
Soothing
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Salicylic Acid is an amazing component for oily skin. It’s a famous BHA that chemically exfoliates dead cells, kills bacteria, and prevents acne. It works as a strong pores cleanser. AHAs are not effective for removing sebum from pores, while BHAs are leaders in this space. Salicylic Acid also helps to shrink pores, remove acne scars and make skin tone even. Pay attention: concentration matters! This ingredient is rather aggressive. It can lead to irritation in high concentrations. If your skin has never seen this component before test the product first.

Position 2
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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.

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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#3Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foaming, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 4

#4Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foaming, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#4Cocamidopropyl 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 5

#5Methyl Gluceth-20

Origin: natural
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#5PEG-3 Glyceryl Cocoate

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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