Clinique For Men™ Oil Control Exfoliating Tonic vs The Derma Co 5% AHA BHA Face Gel

Clinique

The Derma Co

A chemical exfoliant built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and controlling oil.

A chemical exfoliant built around Astringent and Niacinamide, for smoothing and controlling oil.

Chemical exfoliant

15 ingredients

12 ingredients

Brand price

USD 23.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 499.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate

Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Glycolic acid1
The smallest AHA, and so the most penetrating.
Glycolic Acid

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Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trehalose
Barrier Repair1
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Salicylic Acid
Acne Fighting1
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating1
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Niacinamide

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May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Dryness1
Can strip moisture and worsen dryness.
Alcohol Denat.

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
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Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Skin Conditioning
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Ammonium Hydroxide
Buffering
0-1 / —
Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Polyquaternium-10
Film Forming
Arginine
Skin Conditioning
0 / —
Phenoxyethanol (in both products)
Preservative
0 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
Learn more about Salicylic Acid →
Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
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