Gmeelan Orange Enzymes Exfoliating Brightening Gel Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant

Gmeelan Orange Enzymes Exfoliating Brightening Gel Versus Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel Exfoliant

This brightening exfoliator is formulated around Niacinamide and 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid to brighten dull-looking skin and refine skin texture.

This pore-care exfoliator is formulated around Salicylic Acid and Phytosphingosine to refine the look of pores and refine skin texture.

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Key Ingredients

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Water

Carbomer

Dipropylene Glycol

Dodecylbenzyltrimonium Chloride

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Parfum

Ethylhexylglycerin

Lactose

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate

Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract

Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract

Niacinamide

3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

Glutathione

Pearl Extract

Salicylic Acid

Hamamelis Virginiana Water

Glycolic Acid

Lactic Acid

Sea Salt

Jojoba Esters

Titanium Dioxide

Tocopheryl Acetate

Ascorbyl Palmitate

Carnosine

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root

Folic Acid

Cynanchum Atratum Extract

Ceramide As

Ceramide Ns

Ceramide Ng

Ceramide AP

Ceramide EOP

Sodium Hyaluronate

Cellulose

Microcrystalline Cellulose

CI 77891

CI 77499

Mannitol

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Zea Mays Starch

Disodium EDTA

Mica

Ethylcellulose

PEG-150

CI 77492

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Phenoxyethanol

Butylene Glycol

1,2-Hexanediol

Methylparaben

Caprylyl Glycol

Glycerin

Pentylene Glycol

Water, Carbomer, Dipropylene Glycol, Dodecylbenzyltrimonium Chloride, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lactose, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Niacinamide, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glutathione, Pearl Extract, Salicylic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Sea Salt, Jojoba Esters, Titanium Dioxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Carnosine, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root, Folic Acid, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Ceramide As, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide Ng, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, CI 77891, CI 77499, Mannitol, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Zea Mays Starch, Disodium EDTA, Mica, Ethylcellulose, PEG-150, CI 77492, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Methylparaben, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol

Methylpropanediol

Polysorbate 20

Phytosphingosine

Hydroxyethylcellulose

Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract

Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract

Epilobium Angustifolium Extract

Bisabolol

Tetrasodium EDTA

Sodium Hydroxide

Water, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Salicylic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Bisabolol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.

Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.

Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.

Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.

Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.

Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.

It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.

While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.

If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!

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