Comparison between Simple Micellar Gel Wash vs. Simple Kind To Skin Refreshing Face Wash

Find out which product is better for your skin.

18 Ingredients 14

1
Water
1
Water
2
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
2
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
3
Propylene Glycol
3
Propylene Glycol
4
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
4
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
5
Sodium Chloride
5
Panthenol
6
Panthenol
6
Disodium EDTA
7
Citric Acid
7
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
8
Disodium EDTA
8
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
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Uniqueness5 out of 18
27.8%
Uniqueness1 out of 14
7.1%

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 14
21%
chemical
11 out of 14
79%

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: 2Negative: 0
Propylene Glycol#3Panthenol#5
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Simple Micellar Gel Wash vs. Simple Kind To Skin Refreshing Face Wash
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.

#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.

Position 3
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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.

Position 4
Both products have the same component on this position.

#4Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Origin: chemical
Role: Antistatic agent, Binding, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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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#5Panthenol

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
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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