Comparison between Q+A Apple AHA Exfoliating Gel vs. IUnik Lime Moisture Mild Peeling Gel

Q+A

Apple AHA Exfoliating Gel

IUnik

Lime Moisture Mild Peeling Gel

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17 Ingredients 27

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Water

Glycerin

Propanediol

Steartrimonium Methosulfate

Panthenol

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Malic Acid

Butylene Glycol

Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract

1,2-Hexanediol

Succinoglycan

Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Fruit Extract

Glycolic Acid

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract

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Uniqueness12 out of 17

70.6%

Uniqueness22 out of 27

81.5%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

9 out of 17

53%

chemical

7 out of 17

41%

natural

16 out of 27

59%

chemical

8 out of 27

30%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 4Negative: 0

Glycerin^#2Panthenol^#4Allantoin^#12Betaine^#15

Oily skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Glycolic Acid^#8Allantoin^#12

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 3

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice Powder^#10Allantoin^#12Glycolic Acid^#8Lactic Acid^#9Citric Acid^#17

Dry skin

Positive: 5Negative: 0

Glycerin^#2Butylene Glycol^#51,2-Hexanediol^#6Allantoin^#13Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract^#21

Oily skin

Positive: 4Negative: 0

Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract^#11Allantoin^#13Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract^#19Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil^#25

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 3

Allantoin^#13Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract^#21Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract^#9Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract^#11Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil^#25

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Q+A Apple AHA Exfoliating Gel vs. IUnik Lime Moisture Mild Peeling 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

Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

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 3

#3Propanediol

Origin: chemical

Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent

Moisturizing

Hair conditioning

EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#3Steartrimonium Methosulfate

Origin: No information

Role: No information

Position 4

#4Panthenol

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning

Moisturizing

Soothing

Healing

Hair conditioning

Hair protection

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]

Good for dry skin

Panthenol is a proud member of a league of the best-performing components. It's a stable form of Vitamin B5 and is also known as Pro-Vitamin B5. It’s a very good and effective component for hydration, healing, and soothing irritated skin. It works so soft and gentle that it’s even recommended for people with skin problems like eczema.

In haircare products it’s used for protecting the fiber. It’s researched very well and doesn’t have any negative side effects.

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#4Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Origin: chemical

Role: Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Viscosity controlling agent

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

AcrylatesC10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic non-toxic gel used mostly for formulation purposes. It helps manufacturers to achieve the necessary texture of the product (it makes the product thicker). It also has sight healing and antistatic activity.

Position 5

#5Malic Acid

Origin: chemical

Role: Buffering agent, Fragrance ingredient

Antioxidants

Cleansing

Soothing

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

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#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

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.