This comparison sheet breaks down the ingredients in both products, focusing on their potential environmental impact on coral and marine life.
Marine & Coral Safety Comparison: Defrogger vs. Stream2Sea Defog
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Ingredient (Your Product: Defrogger) |
Function |
Environmental Effect on Coral & Marine Life |
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Distilled Water (98%) |
Solvent |
None. Safe and inert. |
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Plant Based (2%) |
Surfactant (Cleansing/Foaming Agent) |
Very Low Risk. Derived from plants and fruit sugar, it is 100% readily biodegradable and generally considered safe for waterways and aquatic life. It is commonly used in natural, "reef-safe" labeled products. |
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Key Stream2Sea Ingredient |
Function |
Environmental Effect on Coral & Marine Life |
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Deionized Water |
Solvent |
None. Safe and inert. |
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin |
Conditioners/Moisturizers |
Low Risk. Generally considered safe and natural. |
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Isopropanol (Isopropyl Alcohol) |
Solvent/Evaporant (small amount noted) |
Low to Moderate Risk. Isopropanol is a useful cleaner with low aquatic toxicity at the concentrations typically found in wastewater. However, at higher concentrations, it can contribute to the depression of dissolved oxygen (DO), which is crucial for marine life. |
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Coco Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate |
Surfactants (Cleansing/Foaming Agents) |
Varying Low-to-Moderate Risk. These are typically more gentle and biodegradable than harsh synthetic surfactants (like certain sulfates). However, studies on one, Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB), have shown that it and its metabolites can be intrinsically toxic to certain marine macroalgae at concentrations above 10 mg/L, potentially impacting the base of the food chain. Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate is also considered readily biodegradable with low toxicity to aquatic organisms. |
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Gluconolactone, Xanthan Gum, L-Arginine, Sodium Phytate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate |
Preservatives, Thickeners, Stabilizers |
Generally Low Risk. These ingredients are used to maintain the product's consistency and shelf-life. Preservatives like Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Benzoate are widely used, but all chemical preservatives have some potential to impact marine microorganisms in concentration, though their overall risk is typically low when used in products that are highly diluted in the ocean. |
Comparison Summary and Key Takeaways
Your product, Defrogger, has a significantly simpler formula, relying on only a single, well-regarded surfactant plant-based formula known for its high biodegradability and low toxicity.
The competitor's product, while marketed as eco-conscious and using generally "safer" surfactants compared to many conventional chemicals, contains a greater variety of chemical compounds including:
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Multiple Surfactants: The use of five different surfactants increases the total chemical load on the environment, even if each one individually has a low toxicity rating.
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Isopropanol: While a small amount is noted, it is a synthetic alcohol that is a solvent and can reduce dissolved oxygen, making it a point of difference from a purely plant-based/natural formula.
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Preservatives & Stabilizers: The list includes multiple preservatives and stabilizers (e.g., Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate) necessary for a complex liquid formula, adding more non-active ingredients to the marine environment.
Defrogger's competitive advantage: The 98% water and 2% plant-based formula represents a minimalist, ultra-low-impact solution with virtually no synthetic chemicals, preservatives, or alcohols. You can emphasize the purity of your two-ingredient solution versus the more complex chemical blend of your competitor, which will appeal to the most environmentally sensitive consumer.