Comparison between Simple Micellar Gel Wash vs. Avene Cleansing Gel

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18 Ingredients 19

1
Water
1
Water
2
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
2
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
3
Propylene Glycol
3
Zinc Coceth Sulfate
4
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
4
Polysorbate-20
5
Sodium Chloride
5
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
6
Panthenol
6
Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol
7
Citric Acid
7
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
8
Disodium EDTA
8
Citric Acid
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Uniqueness13 out of 18
72.2%
Uniqueness14 out of 19
73.7%

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
5 out of 18
28%
chemical
13 out of 18
72%
natural
3 out of 19
16%
chemical
14 out of 19
74%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 0
Propylene Glycol#3Panthenol#6Glycerin#9
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Potassium Chloride#14
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#7
Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Lauric Acid#13
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Citric Acid#8

Detailed view

Simple Micellar Gel Wash vs. Avene Cleansing 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

#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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#2Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Position 3

#3Propylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Propylene Glycol is a useful componet with many positive effects. It’s a very good moisturizer. It helps to deliver ingredients into deeper layers of the skin. It creates a protective layer on the skin preventing water loss. The component is researched very well and doesn’t have notable side effects. It’s used even for making food.

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#3Zinc Coceth Sulfate

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

#4Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Origin: chemical
Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#4Polysorbate-20

Origin: chemical
Role: Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Nutrifying
Malassezia unsafe
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Polysorbate 20 doesn’t have any notable skin benefits but is used in cosmetics quite often. Manufacturers use it for formulation purposes. It improves the scent, texture, and feel of the product.

Position 5

#5Sodium Chloride

Origin: natural
Role: Flavoring agent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Sodium Chloride is a very famous ingredeint also known as Salt. Yes, it’s the same salt you can find on your table. In cosmetics, it is used as a preservative helping the product to live longer. It is also used as a peeling agent in different scrubs. Human contact with this element since ancient times and that's why it is 100% safe.

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#5Sodium Cocoamphoacetate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Foaming, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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