Works for
Anti-blemishSalicylic acidWorks well
“Black Wolf Charcoal Powder Body Wash for Men, 10 Fl Oz, Charcoal Powder and Salicylic Acid Reduce Acne Breakouts and Cleanse Your Skin, Rich Lather for Full Coverage and Deep Clean , Paraben-Free”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
CleansingSodium palmate, Sodium palm kernelate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Salicylic Acid cleansing bar”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium cocoate, sodium palm kernelate, sodium palmate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
ExfoliationNot advertised by the brand · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Citrus paradisi seed extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Salicylic acid~1.25–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidSodium palmate~11–16%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium palmateSodium cocoate~3.6–5.5%
Sodium palm kernelate~3.8–5.7%
Water~2.2–3.2%
Glycerin~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinCitrus paradisi seed extract~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium chloride~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePentasodium pentetate~0.1–0.5%
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Salicylic acid, Sodium palmate, Sodium cocoate, Sodium palm kernelate, Water, Glycerin, Citrus paradisi seed extract, Sodium chloride, Pentasodium pentetate
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| 111 MedcoSalicylic Acid cleansing barYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | MixaAnti-Imperfection Comfort Cleanser | colibri skincarePurifying Gel Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 82% | 82% | 81% |
| Price | $7.49 | $7.80 | $7.21 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Copper Gluconate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 3A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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