Deconstruct Vitamin C Brightening Face Wash vs The Derma Co 1% Salicylic Acid Gel Face Wash with Salicylic Acid & Witch Hazel

Deconstruct

The Derma Co

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

A face wash built around Lactic acid and BHA, for smoothing and controlling oil.

Face wash

24 ingredients

16 ingredients

Brand price

INR 419.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 329.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

At a Glance

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Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Titanium Dioxide
Sunscreen1
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Titanium Dioxide
Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid

Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Lactic acid1
An AHA that also acts as a humectant.
Sodium Lactate
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Anhydroxylitol, Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Xylitol, Xylitylglucoside
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycol Distearate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide, Stearic Acid, Xylitol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Menthol
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Menthol, Niacinamide

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Sodium Lactate
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Glyceryl Oleate
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Salix Alba Bark Extract

May Trigger Acne2
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycol Distearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Stearic Acid
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Stearic Acid, Triethanolamine
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Menthol

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamide MEA, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
1 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
PEG-100 Stearate
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
2-3 / 0
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Cocamide MEA
Foam Boosting
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Lactate
Humectant
- Lactic acid
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Skin Conditioning
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
- Reduces Irritation
Coco-Glucoside
Cleansing
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

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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Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Antistatic, Cleansing, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling
Cocamidopropyl Betaine isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl Betaine →
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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Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
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