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Dermaviduals Enzyme Peeling Mask VS Paula's Choice The UnScrub
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Updated on February 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe .They have a total of 0 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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DermavidualsEnzyme Peeling Mask
Wash Off Mask
Australian Brand 
Paula's ChoiceThe UnScrub
Face Cleanser
American Brand 
Ingredient Info
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DermavidualsEnzyme Peeling Mask8 ingredients
Paula's ChoiceThe UnScrub22 ingredients
Alcohol Free
Some harsh forms of alcohol can break down your skin's natural barrier with prolonged use.
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
Silicones are a colorless substance derived from the silicon mineral used to help boost the appearance and feel of a product.
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
Fragrances are the ingredients in your skincare that either neutralize bad scents or are used to make a product smell good. Fragrances come in 3 forms: synthetic, natural, or essential oils.
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
Sulfates are a type of salt mainly used as cleaning agents in skincare.
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
Parabens are a type of preservative to preserve shelf-life and prevent growth of bacteria in products.
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
Many factors affect if a product is reef safe, including the particle size of ingredients. We do our best to ensure our data is accurate, so please get in touch if you spot an error.
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
A list of the most-known allergic substances from the European Union’s Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
Vegan products are formulated without animal products including honey, dairy, eggs, and more.
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
Cruelty-Free is a label that certifies a brand is not testing products on animals.
This product is not not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
Some harsh forms of alcohol can break down your skin's natural barrier with prolonged use.
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
Silicones are a colorless substance derived from the silicon mineral used to help boost the appearance and feel of a product.
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Fragrance Free
Fragrances are the ingredients in your skincare that either neutralize bad scents or are used to make a product smell good. Fragrances come in 3 forms: synthetic, natural, or essential oils.
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
Sulfates are a type of salt mainly used as cleaning agents in skincare.
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
Parabens are a type of preservative to preserve shelf-life and prevent growth of bacteria in products.
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
This product is free of oils 🎉
Reef Safe
Many factors affect if a product is reef safe, including the particle size of ingredients. We do our best to ensure our data is accurate, so please get in touch if you spot an error.
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
A list of the most-known allergic substances from the European Union’s Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Cruelty Free
Cruelty-Free is a label that certifies a brand is not testing products on animals.
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
Ingredients in this product that match this:
- Jojoba Esters
- Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
- Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
- Glyceryl Stearate
- C13-14 Isoparaffin
Not Vegan
Vegan products are formulated without animal products including honey, dairy, eggs, and more.
This product is not not vegan 😥
At a glance
Click on any of the items below to learn more
DermavidualsEnzyme Peeling Mask8 ingredients
Paula's ChoiceThe UnScrub22 ingredients
Notable Ingredients
Exfoliators
Exfoliants help remove dead skin cells and may aid in unclogging pores, smoothing rough skin, and help to increase hydration of skin.
This product contains2 ingredientsthat may have this attribute:
- Kaolin
- Solum Diatomeae
Benefits
Good For Oily Skin
Oily Skin is determined by your genetics, but can also be influenced by factors such as stress levels, changing hormonal levels, and humidity.
This product contains1 ingredientthat may have this attribute:
- Kaolin
Acne Fighting
Common acne is known as Acne vulgaris. Acne forms when skin follicles are clogged by sebum, hair, skin cells, or oils. There are several types of acne: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.
This product contains1 ingredientthat may have this attribute:
- Kaolin
Notable Ingredients
Vitamin E
Vitamin E contains loads of antioxidants which help protect your skin from pollution and reduce hyperpigmentation.
This product contains1 ingredientthat may have this attribute:
- Tocopheryl Acetate
Benefits
Redness Reducing
Redness and irritation may be caused by several reasons, although there is no definitive answer. Reasons may range from physical exertion to sun exposure, allergies, or Rosacea.
This product contains1 ingredientthat may have this attribute:
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Reduces Irritation
Skin irritation can arise from a number of reasons: very dry skin, sensitivity to certain ingredients, allergies, dermatitis, bug bites, eczema, rosacea, and illness are common factors.
This product contains1 ingredientthat may have this attribute:
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Brightening
Dull skin is temporary; all it usually will need is a little perk-me-up, such as extra hydration, some exfoliation, and vitamin nourishment.
This product contains1 ingredientthat may have this attribute:
- Tocopheryl Acetate
Concerns
May Worsen Oily Skin
Oily Skin is determined by your genetics, but can also be influenced by factors such as stress levels, changing hormonal levels, and humidity.
This product contains1 ingredientthat may have this attribute:
- C13-14 Isoparaffin
Ingredients Side-by-side
found in both products
Enzyme Peeling Mask
KaolinAbrasive, Absorbent, Cosmetic Colorant
0/0
Exfoliant2 Benefits
Kaolin is a clay. It is used for oil control and to help minimize pores. Like other clays, kaolin has the ability to absorb excess sebum or oil. This can help clean out pores and mattify the skin.
0 Com./0 Irr.LikedFull details ->
Solum DiatomeaeAbrasive, Absorbent
Exfoliant
Solum Diatomeae is an exfoliant.
UnknownFull details ->
BentoniteAbsorbent, Emulsion Stabilising
0/0
Bentonite is an aluminium phyllosilicate clay with great absorbent properties. The name 'bentonite' comes from the area where the largest source is found: Fort Benton, Wyoming.
0 Com./0 Irr.LikedFull details ->
CI 77891Cosmetic Colorant
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
DislikedFull details ->
MaltodextrinAbsorbent, Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.
LikedFull details ->
Carica Papaya FruitSkin Conditioning
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract comes from the papaya fruit. Papayas were first domesticated in Mexico and Central America.
MixedFull details ->
Ananas Sativus FruitSkin Conditioning
Ananas Sativus Fruit is also known as pineapple.
UnknownFull details ->
CI 77492Cosmetic Colorant
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
MixedFull details ->
Kaolin, Solum Diatomeae, Bentonite, CI 77891, Maltodextrin, Carica Papaya Fruit, Ananas Sativus Fruit, CI 77492
The UnScrub
WaterSkin Conditioning, Solvent
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.
LovedFull details ->
Jojoba EstersEmollient, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
Not safe for Fungal Acne
Jojoba Esters is a wax created from Jojoba oil. It is an emollient and film-forming ingredient. In bead form, it is an exfoliator.
DislikedFull details ->
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideMasking, Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
MixedFull details ->
Peg-20 Methyl Glucose SesquistearateEmulsifying
Not safe for Fungal Acne
Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Very DislikedFull details ->
Methyl Glucose SesquistearateEmollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Not safe for Fungal Acne
Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Very DislikedFull details ->
Tocopheryl AcetateAntioxidant, Skin Conditioning
0/0
Vitamin EAntioxidantHelps brighten skin
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
0 Com./0 Irr.LikedFull details ->
Decyl GlucosideCleansing, Emulsion Stabilising
Decyl Glucoside is a glucose-based surfactant. Surfactants help clean the skin by trapping oil, sebum, and dirt to be washed away.
MixedFull details ->
Ppg-20 Methyl Glucose EtherSkin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Ppg-20 Methyl Glucose Ether.
UnknownFull details ->
Glyceryl StearateEmollient, Emulsifying
1/0
Not safe for Fungal Acne
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
DislikedFull details ->
Stearyl AlcoholEmollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
2/2
Fatty Alcohol
Stearyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol from stearic acid. It is a white, waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.
2 Com./2 Irr.Very DislikedFull details ->
Polyacrylamide
Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.
DislikedFull details ->
Solanum Tuberosum Peel ExtractSkin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Solanum Tuberosum Peel Extract.
UnknownFull details ->
Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractMasking, Skin Conditioning
2 Benefits
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
LikedFull details ->
Camellia Oleifera Leaf ExtractAstringent, Skin Conditioning
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Camellia Oleifera, Theaceae.
LovedFull details ->
Xanthan GumEmulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
DislikedFull details ->
C13-14 IsoparaffinEmollient, Solvent
2 Concerns
C13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.
Very DislikedFull details ->
Caprylyl GlycolEmollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
LikedFull details ->
Citric AcidBuffering, Masking
AHA4 Benefits2 Concerns
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
DislikedFull details ->
Disodium EDTA
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
DislikedFull details ->
Laureth-7Emulsifying
Laureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.
DislikedFull details ->
PhenoxyethanolPreservative
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
Very DislikedFull details ->
EthylhexylglycerinSkin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
MixedFull details ->
Water, Jojoba Esters, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Decyl Glucoside, Ppg-20 Methyl Glucose Ether, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Polyacrylamide, Solanum Tuberosum Peel Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Laureth-7, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredient Ratings
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Enzyme Peeling Mask
3
2
1
2
liked
mixed
disliked
not rated
The UnScrub
5
3
12
2
liked
mixed
disliked
not rated
When to use
DermavidualsEnzyme Peeling Mask8 ingredients
Paula's ChoiceThe UnScrub22 ingredients
4 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
100% use every day
11 Routines
55% use in am
45% use in pm
91% use every day
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