Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Tartaric acid + 6 moreWorks
“It works to deeply moisturise your skin while reducing the risk of water loss throughout the day to ensure an increase in softness.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, glycerin.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
ExfoliationTartaric acid, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract + 2 moreNot delivered
“Clinical Exfoliator by 111skin”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with tartaric acid, lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, but These ingredients is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishAllantoinNot delivered
“Harness the impact of advanced ingredients to help clear skin of blemishes with the 111Skin Clarity Clinical Exfoliator, an innovative yet gentle exfoliator that cleanses and clarifies.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Tartaric acid, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil + 2 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (tartaric acid) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Limonene + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Rosmarinus officinalis flower/leaf/stem water~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Water~12–18%
Glycerin~4.4–6.6%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~3–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolLactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme-based exfoliant
More about Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extractCitric acid~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTartaric acid~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
More about Tartaric acidAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerHdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerLactic acid~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTapioca starch~0.55–1.25%
Sodium hydroxide~0.5–1.15%
Betaine~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilYeast extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractAllantoin~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinBisabolol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololDisodium edta~0.35–0.75%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.75%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilLeuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateColloidal silver~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Soy amino acids~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Soy amino acidsSilica~0.35–0.8%
Agastache mexicana flower/leaf/stem extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polymethylsilsesquioxane~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxanePotassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.3%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Rosmarinus officinalis flower/leaf/stem water, Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Lactobacillus/punica granatum fruit ferment extract, Citric acid, Tartaric acid, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Lactic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Tapioca starch, Sodium hydroxide, Betaine, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Yeast extract, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Colloidal silver, Soy amino acids, Silica, Agastache mexicana flower/leaf/stem extract, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| 111SKINClinical Exfoliator by 111skinYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeBlemish Control Gel Moisturiser with 2% Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin | ZO Skin HealthExfoliation Accelerator | SuperciliumPrep Peel Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 53% | 53% |
| Price | — | $11.89 | $69.99 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 9 | 2 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Retinyl Palmitate | Glycolic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Herbivore Botanicals Milky Way 10% AHA + Oat Soothing Exfoliating SerumHerbivore Milky Way Sérum Exfoliant 10% Acide Lactique
Product summary
"111SKIN - Clinical Exfoliator by 111skin" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (lactic acid 1.00% - 1.50%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants). Lactic acid is particularly good in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin and improving the skin barrier.
- Humectants (soy amino acids 0.15% - 0.65%, betaine 0.45% - 1.00% and glycerin 4.40% - 6.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 52.25£ up to 83.95£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.
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