Comparison between Re'equil Oil Control & Anti Acne Face Wash vs. Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser

Find out which product is better for your skin.

16 Ingredients 14

1
Water
1
Water
2
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
2
Glycerin
3
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
3
PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
4
Decyl Glucoside
4
Butylene Glycol
5
Zinc PCA
5
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
6
Hexylene Glycol
6
Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer
7
Coco-Glucoside
7
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
8
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
8
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
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Uniqueness14 out of 16
87.5%
Uniqueness12 out of 14
85.7%

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 16
19%
chemical
9 out of 16
56%
natural
2 out of 14
14%
chemical
11 out of 14
79%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#13
Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 1
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#4Panthenol#11Sodium Laureth Sulfate#8
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Re'equil Oil Control & Anti Acne Face Wash vs. Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser
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

#2Cocamidopropyl 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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#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.

Position 3

#3Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Solvent, Surfactant
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
Position 4

#4Decyl Glucoside

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Surfactant
Cleansing
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Decyl glucoside is a surfactant. It provides degreasing and wetting effects. It removes dirt and sebum gently. It doesn’t irritate the skin but at the same time, it’s an effective cleanser. It’s considered to be the safest among all the other surfactants.

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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

#5Zinc PCA

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Humectant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#5Sodium 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 ]
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