Pilgrim Korean Aloe Anti-Acne Gel Facewash vs The Derma Co 2% Cica-Glow Daily Face Wash with Tranexamic Acid & Licorice Extract

Pilgrim

The Derma Co

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

A face wash built around Centella asiatica and AHA, for hydration and barrier repair.

Face wash

24 ingredients

19 ingredients

Brand price

INR 365.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 349.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

At a Glance

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Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
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

Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract
AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid1
The smallest AHA, and so the most penetrating.
Glycolic Acid

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Glycerin, Niacinamide, PEG-50 Shea Butter
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Redness Reducing2
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
PEG-150 Distearate
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-150 Distearate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG-50 Shea Butter, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
PEG-150 Distearate
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Fragrance

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

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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
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Cleansing
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Glycerin
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate (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
Salicylic Acid
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Acrylates Copolymer
Film Forming
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (in both products)
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
- Centella asiatica (Cica)
- Barrier Repair
- Redness Reducing
- Reduces Irritation
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids
Cleansing
- Fatty acids (stearic, oleic, lauric)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant

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 →
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
Antistatic, Cleansing, Foaming, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate →
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
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Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering, Denaturant
Sodium hydroxide
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