Comparison between ROUND LAB Mugwort Calming Cleanser vs. MARY & MAY Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Cleansing Foam

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27 Ingredients 20

1
Water
1
Houttuynia Cordata (Tsi) Extract
2
Glycerin
2
Myristic Acid
3
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
3
Palmitic Acid
4
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
4
Glycerin
5
Butylene Glycol
5
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract
6
Coco-Betaine
6
Stearic Acid
7
Betaine
7
Potassium Hydroxide
8
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
8
Lauric Acid
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Uniqueness22 out of 27
81.5%
Uniqueness15 out of 20
75.0%

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
11 out of 27
41%
chemical
14 out of 27
52%
natural
7 out of 20
35%
chemical
12 out of 20
60%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Butylene Glycol#5Betaine#71,2-Hexanediol#18Allantoin#23Panthenol#25
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract#20Allantoin#23
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Allantoin#23Citric Acid#11Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil#21
Dry skin
Positive: 5Negative: 0
Palmitic Acid#3Glycerin#41,2-Hexanediol#14Butylene Glycol#16Sodium Hyaluronate#19
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 4
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract#5Myristic Acid#2Stearic Acid#6Lauric Acid#8Glyceryl Stearate SE#13
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

ROUND LAB Mugwort Calming Cleanser vs. MARY & MAY Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Cleansing Foam
Position 1

#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.

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#1Houttuynia Cordata (Tsi) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 2

#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.

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#2Myristic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
Position 3

#3Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Cleansing agent, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
Antioxidants
Cleansing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Palmitic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Palmitic Acid is an emulsion stabilizer. It reduces water evaporation from the surface of your skin. That’s why this component is good if you suffer from dryness. It also increases the efficiency of other surfactants in the formulation. It can be found in many organic oils including Avocado oil, Cocoa oil, Olive oil etc.

Position 4

#4Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Origin: chemical
Role: Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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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

#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
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.

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#5Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Soothing
Antifungal
Antiseptic
Anti dandruff
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin
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