Comparison between PCA Skin Blemish Control Bar vs. CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser

- 16 components -
- 24 components -

Find out which product is better for your skin.

Ingredients in both products 2
Components only in CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser 22
Uniqueness: 91.7%

Face to Face

Components position by position
1
Glycerin
1
Water
2
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
2
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
3
Elaeis Guineensis (African Oil Palm) Oil
3
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
4
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
4
Glycerin
5
Water
5
Niacinamide
6
Sodium Hydroxide
6
Gluconolactone
7
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oil
7
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
8
Sorbitan Oleate
8
PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Acne fighting, Softening, Soothing, Anti-aging, Lightening, Lifting, Elasticity improvement, Antiseptic, Deodorant, Protection, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss
Effects unique for Blemish Control Bar:
UV Protection, Healing, Nutrifying, Rejuvenation, Tones up skin, Regeneration, Anti dandruff, Hair strengthening, Hair growth stimulating, Hair follicle nutrition
Effects unique for SA Smoothing Cleanser:
Cleansing, Pore Shrinking, Antistatic, Antifungal
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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
10 out of 16
63%
chemical
3 out of 16
19%
natural
4 out of 24
17%
chemical
17 out of 24
71%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Glycerin#1Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil#4Tocopherol#15
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil#2Sorbitan Oleate#8Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil#16
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder#14Eucalyptus Globulus#11
Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Glycerin#4
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#14
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Salicylic Acid#14

Detailed view

PCA Skin Blemish Control Bar vs. CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser
Position 1

#1Glycerin

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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#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

#2Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Masking, Solvent
Antioxidant
Softening
Soothing
Elasticity improvement
Nutrifying
Tones up skin
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil protects the skin from dryness. It’s a very effective organic moisturizer. In hair care, it creates a protective film around hair protecting it. It has slight comedogenic activity, meaning the product may clog pores if there is too much Coconut oil in it.

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#2Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Foaming, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 3

#3Elaeis Guineensis (African Oil Palm) Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Antistatic
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Moisturising, Smoothing, Solvent
Moisturizing
Acne fighting
Lightening
Healing
Antiseptic
Hair growth stimulating
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin
Castor Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient people know and use from ancient times. It was used in ancient Egypt for eyebrow and hair care. It’s a great moisturizer for people with dry skin. It helps to reduce small wrinkles and recover damaged skin. It fights bacteria and can be used to lower acne inflammation.
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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

#5Water

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.

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#5Niacinamide

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Hair conditioning, Smoothing
Antioxidant
Acne fighting
Pore Shrinking
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 and it’s a superman in cosmetics. This ingredient is researched very well. It has a lot of positive reviews from scientists and experts. It's very important for healthy skin. The lack of this vitamin can cause dryness, itching, and sun sensitivity. The component removes small wrinkles and fine lines, heals wounds, and prevents the forming of cancer cells. It also makes the skin tone even by removing dark spots. It increases ceramide synthesis which increases the overall health of your skin. It fights acne and lowers pores.

Researches say that 4-5% of Niacinamide is the most effective concentration for skincare use.

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