Murad Clarifying Cleanser Value Size vs Pilgrim 24K Gold Gel Face Wash

Murad

Pilgrim

A face wash built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.

A face wash built around AHA and Lactic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.

Face wash

30 ingredients

23 ingredients

Brand price

USD 69.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 199.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

At a Glance

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AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Lactic Acid
Lactic acid1
An AHA that also acts as a humectant.
Lactic Acid

Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Inositol, Trehalose, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Betaine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Menthol
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Menthol

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Morus Alba Extract, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium PCA
Barrier Repair3
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Panthenol
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
PEG-150 Distearate
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-150 Distearate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
PEG-150 Distearate
May Worsen Irritation3
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Fragrance, Limonene, Menthol

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Parfum
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Parfum
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Parfum

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Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Water
Skin Conditioning
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Citric Acid
Buffering
0 / —
- AHA
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Urea
Humectant
0 / —
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
Yeast Amino Acids
Humectant
0 / —
Trehalose
Humectant
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Inositol
Humectant
Taurine
Buffering
0 / —

Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Lactic Acid
Humectant
- AHA
- Lactic acid
- Brightening
- Exfoliating
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Emollient
- Brightening
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Morus Alba Extract
Humectant
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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.
Learn more about Glycerin →
Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
Learn more about Phenoxyethanol →