Comparison between Y.O.U. You Hy! Amino AC-Ttak Anti Acne Facial Wash vs. Ponds Institute Japan Skin-protect Facial Foam

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37 Ingredients 27

1
Water
1
Myristic Acid
2
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
2
Glycerin
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
3
Water
4
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
4
Propylene Glycol
5
Sekken Soji
5
Stearic Acid
6
Sodium Chloride
6
Potassium Hydroxide
7
Glycol Stearate
7
Glycol Distearate
8
Decyl Glucoside
8
Lauric Acid
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Uniqueness31 out of 37
83.8%
Uniqueness21 out of 27
77.8%

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
6 out of 37
16%
chemical
25 out of 37
68%
natural
6 out of 27
22%
chemical
20 out of 27
74%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 3Negative: 2
Butylene Glycol#21Sodium Hyaluronate#321,2-Hexanediol#33Sodium Laureth Sulfate#2Sodium Laureth Sulfate#4
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#23
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Citric Acid#18Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#20Salicylic Acid#23
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Propylene Glycol#4
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 4
Salicylic Acid#14Myristic Acid#1Stearic Acid#5Lauric Acid#8Glyceryl Stearate SE#10
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 4
Salicylic Acid#14Hexyl Cinnamal#25Limonene#26Linalool#27

Detailed view

Y.O.U. You Hy! Amino AC-Ttak Anti Acne Facial Wash vs. Ponds Institute Japan Skin-protect Facial 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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#1Myristic 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 2

#2Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin
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#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.

Position 3

#3Cocamidopropyl 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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#3Water

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 4

#4Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin
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#4Propylene 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 5

#5Sekken Soji

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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#5Stearic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Moisturizing
Softening
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin

Stearic Acid doesn’t belong to aggressive acids. It’s a fatty acid that can be found in Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and many natural butters and oils. The component is mostly used for formulation purposes. It makes the product spread and feel better. It’s one of the most important fatty acids in our skin cells.

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