Comparison between The Ordinary 2% Salicylic Acid Solution (2022) vs. The Ordinary Argireline Solution 10%

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11 Ingredients 11

1
Water
1
Water
2
Saccharide Isomerate
2
Propanediol
3
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
3
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
4
Salicylic Acid
4
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
5
Hydroxyethylcellulose
5
Gellan Gum
6
Polysorbate-20
6
Sodium Chloride
7
Citric Acid
7
Isoceteth-20
8
Sodium Citrate
8
Dimethyl Isosorbide
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Uniqueness8 out of 11
72.7%
Uniqueness8 out of 11
72.7%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
4 out of 11
36%
chemical
7 out of 11
64%
natural
2 out of 11
18%
chemical
8 out of 11
73%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#4
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 2
Salicylic Acid#4Citric Acid#7
Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

The Ordinary 2% Salicylic Acid Solution (2022) vs. The Ordinary Argireline Solution 10%
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

#2Saccharide Isomerate

Origin: chemical
Role: Humectant
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#2Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 3

#3Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine

Origin: natural
Role: Antistatic agent, Emulsifying agent, Hair conditioning, Surfactant
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
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#3Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 4

#4Salicylic Acid

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
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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#4Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Origin: chemical
Role: Chelating agent
Cleansing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 5

#5Hydroxyethylcellulose

Origin: chemical
Role: Binding, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Stabilising, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Hydroxyethylcellulose doesn’t provide any notable skincare benefits. It’s used for formulation purposes. It’s a very effective emulsifier and thickening agent. It also improves the product’s texture and feel. It allows manufacturers to use less surfactant making the product safer for your skin.

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#5Gellan Gum

Origin: No information
Role: Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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