5 in 1 Cleansing Water Cleanse + Glow Micellar
Works for
ExfoliationLactic acid, Glycolic acidWorks well
“Did we mention it's also a classic overachiever so likes to tone and gently exfoliate while it’s at it too.”
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: glycolic acid, lactic acid.
CleansingPoloxamer 184Can be harsh
“A micellar water that hydrates, removes makeup and cleanses?”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Benzophenone-4Medium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Poloxamer 184~5.5–8.2%
Glycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinBenzophenone-4~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Lactic acid~1.9–2.9%
- 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 acidSodium hydroxide~1.2–1.8%
Glycolic acid~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.35%
Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractIngredient list view
Water, Poloxamer 184, Glycerin, Benzophenone-4, Lactic acid, Sodium hydroxide, Glycolic acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract
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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.
| 5 in 1 Cleansing WaterCleanse + Glow MicellarYOUR PRODUCT | 5 in 1 Daily Cleansing WaterCleanse + Glow | Cinch SkinCleanse + Glow Micellar Water | CliniqueClarifying Do-Over Peel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 69% | 69% | 58% |
| Price | $16.00 | — | $14.01−$1.99 | $21.37+$5.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | — | — | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains 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 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Benzophenone 4: An emerging allergen in cosmetics and toiletries?pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 5
- 6Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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