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Paula's Choice 0.5% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Versus La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+ Global Acne Treatment

Paula's Choice 0.5% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Versus La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+ Global Acne Treatment This smoothing exfoliator is formulated around Salicylic Acid to refine skin texture and refine the look of pores. This acne treatment is formulated around Niaci

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Paula's Choice 0.5% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Versus La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+ Global Acne Treatment

This smoothing exfoliator is formulated around Salicylic Acid to refine skin texture and refine the look of pores.

This acne treatment is formulated around Niacinamide and Zinc PCA to clear breakouts and balance excess oil.

What's inside

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

Water

Methylpropanediol

Butylene Glycol

Salicylic Acid 0.5%

Polysorbate 20

Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract

Sodium Hydroxide

Tetrasodium EDTA

Water, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid 0.5%, Polysorbate 20, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA

Glycerin

Dimethicone

Isocetyl Stearate

Niacinamide

Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Silica

Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Poloxamer 338

Polysorbate 80

Mannose

Xanthan Gum

Zinc PCA

Isohexadecane

2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol

Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

Caprylyl Glycol

Piroctone Olamine

Myristyl Myristate

Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer

Sorbitan Oleate

Disodium EDTA

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Vitreoscilla Ferment

Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

Glyceryl Stearate Se

Parfum

Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Isocetyl Stearate, Niacinamide, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Silica, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Poloxamer 338, Polysorbate 80, Mannose, Xanthan Gum, Zinc PCA, Isohexadecane, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Piroctone Olamine, Myristyl Myristate, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Sorbitan Oleate, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Vitreoscilla Ferment, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Parfum

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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.

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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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Ingredients & structured notes

Ingredient index

Ingredients Explained

  1. 01These ingredients are found in both products.
  2. 02Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
  3. 03Azelaic acid is a multitasker ingredient that helps treat acne, pigmentation, and irritation. It is a great option for sensitive skin.
  4. 04What makes it special?
  5. 05OTC Azelaic acid is usually available in concentrations from 10-15% and anything over requires a prescription.
  6. 06Here's what each tier does best:
  7. 07Unlike other acids, azelaic acid will not make your skin more photosensitive/sun sensitive.
  8. 08Though this ingredient is naturally occurring in grains like wheat, rye, and barley, it is usually synthetically created for cosmetics to ensure stability and effectiveness.
  9. 09Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
  10. 10Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
  11. 11Though 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.
  12. 12Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
  13. 13It’s often used to:
  14. 14Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
  15. 15Water. 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.
  16. 16So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
  17. 17You'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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