Arencia Green Tea + LHA Deep Pore Rice Cake Cleanser vs The Derma Co 2% Niacinamide Gentle Skin Cleanser for Sensitive

Arencia

The Derma Co

A face cleanser built around Panthenol and BHA, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A face cleanser built around Niacinamide, for barrier repair and hydration.

Face cleanser

45 ingredients

19 ingredients

Brand price

USD 24.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 799.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

Brand from India

At a Glance

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Bakuchiol1
A plant-derived ingredient studied as a retinol alternative.
Bakuchiol
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

Fatty alcohol2
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Panthenol
Barrier Repair8
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Bakuchiol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Coconut Acid, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Panthenol
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Saccharide Isomerate
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Niacinamide
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Coconut Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyquaternium-67, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil

May Trigger Acne2
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis4
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Cetyl Alcohol

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Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Xanthan Gum (in both products)
Cleansing
0-1 / —
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
Polyquaternium-67
Film Forming
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Water
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Chelating
0 / —
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Coconut Acid
Emollient
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Isethionate
Cleansing
Water
Skin Conditioning

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
2 / 1
- Fatty alcohol
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Ethylhexylglycerin (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Xanthan Gum (in both products)
Cleansing
0-1 / —
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing, Hair Conditioning, Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate →
Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →