Comparison between Stridex Maximum Strength Medicated Pads vs. Thayers Blemish Clearing Pads

Stridex

Maximum Strength Medicated Pads

Thayers

Blemish Clearing Pads

- 12 components -

- 15 components -

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Ingredients in both products 2

Citric Acid, Water

Components only in Stridex Maximum Strength Medicated Pads 10

Salicylic Acid, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Xylene-Sulfonate, Dmdm Hydantoin (Formaldehyde Releaser), Fragrance and 5 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 83.3%

Components only in Thayers Blemish Clearing Pads 13

Certified Organic Witch Hazel Extract Blend, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/leaf/twig Extract, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/leaf/twig Extract, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract and 8 more. Show.

Uniqueness: 86.7%

Face to Face

Components position by position

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Salicylic Acid

Water

Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate

Certified Organic Witch Hazel Extract Blend

Ammonium Xylene-Sulfonate

Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/leaf/twig Extract

Citric Acid

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract

Dmdm Hydantoin (Formaldehyde Releaser)

Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/leaf/twig Extract

Fragrance

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract

Menthol

Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil

PPG 5 Ceteth 20

Cymbopogon Flexuosus Oil

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Positive Effects

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Both products provide the following effects: Antioxidant, Cleansing, Soothing, Lightening, Lifting, Antiseptic, Hair growth stimulating

Effects unique for Maximum Strength Medicated Pads:

Acne fighting

Effects unique for Blemish Clearing Pads:

Moisturizing, Softening, Deodorant, Hair conditioning, Hair structure improvement, Hair gloss

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

3 out of 12

25%

chemical

6 out of 12

50%

natural

8 out of 15

53%

chemical

3 out of 15

20%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Oily skin

Positive: 2Negative: 0

Salicylic Acid^#1Menthol^#7

Sensitive skin

Positive: 0Negative: 3

Salicylic Acid^#1Citric Acid^#4Menthol^#7

Dry skin

Positive: 1Negative: 0

Glycerin^#9

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 0

Sensitive skin

Positive: 2Negative: 2

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract^#4Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract^#6Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil^#7Citric Acid^#12

Detailed view

Stridex Maximum Strength Medicated Pads vs. Thayers Blemish Clearing Pads

Position 1

#1Salicylic Acid (2%)

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative

Cleansing

Acne fighting

Soothing

Antiseptic

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Good for oily skin

Salicylic Acid is an amazing component for oily skin. It’s a famous BHA that chemically exfoliates dead cells, kills bacteria, and prevents acne. It works as a strong pores cleanser. AHAs are not effective for removing sebum from pores, while BHAs are leaders in this space. Salicylic Acid also helps to shrink pores, remove acne scars and make skin tone even. Pay attention: concentration matters! This ingredient is rather aggressive. It can lead to irritation in high concentrations. If your skin has never seen this component before test the product first.

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#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.